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Tag: Elite Status

United Premier Elite Status Buy-Up Offers Are Back. Here's How to Check Your Offer.
United Premier Elite Status Buy-Up Offers Are Back. Here's How to Check Your Offer.
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If you have United MileagePlus Premier status but haven't checked your email inbox in a few days, you might want to. United is sending out targeted offers to upgrade your Premier status to the next tier, but it comes with a cost. United is offering the ability to buy up to the next status tier, even if you're just a "member," allowing you to pay in miles or cash.

Tyler Glatt
Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Earn Airline Elite Status Without Flying: Status Match, Fast Track, Card Spending Opportunities
Earn Airline Elite Status Without Flying: Status Match, Fast Track, Card Spending Opportunities
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Earn airline elite status presents a conundrum. Status improves your travel, but airlines typically only reward those who fly (and suffer) a ton without it. But what if you could shortcut your way to elite status without paying your dues first? Here's how to earn airline elite status without stepping on a plane, from status matches to card spending.

Patrick StoufferJenna Hansen
Patrick Stouffer & Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by JT Genter

Southwest Airlines Is Selling A-List Elite Status — But Should You Buy It?
Southwest Airlines Is Selling A-List Elite Status — But Should You Buy It?
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Southwest Airlines is offering Rapid Rewards members the chance to buy their way to the top! Until December 30, 2024, Southwest is allowing members to buy enough Tier Qualifying Points to earn A-List elite status. But, this elite status isn't cheap. So is it even worth it, especially with coming changes to Southwest's seating policies? Let's take a look.

Andrew George BradshawJT Genter
Andrew George Bradshaw & JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Alaska Airlines Revamps MVP Gold 100K Elite Choice Benefits for 2025 (New Choices, Deadlines)
Alaska Airlines Revamps MVP Gold 100K Elite Choice Benefits for 2025 (New Choices, Deadlines)
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If you're loyal to the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan program and have earned your way to MVP Gold 100K, it's nearly time to choose your Choice Benefit. Alaska Airlines recently announced revised Choice Benefit options, but these aren't available quite yet. So, what are your choices and the deadline for choosing? Here's what you need to know.

Sam HelmyJT Genter
Sam Helmy & JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt