Marriott Elites Can Claim Singapore Elite Status, Earn Star Alliance Gold With Just Four Flights by Ryan Smith and Harrison Pierce December 26, 2025 3 There are plenty of ways to earn elite status with your favorite hotel or airline without meeting a spending requirement or completing a minimum number of nights or flights. In a somewhat unique partnership, you can status match your Marriott Bonvoy elite status to Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer — or match in the opposite direction if you have KrisFlyer status. Here's what to know.
JetBlue and Japan Airlines to Terminate Partnership — Here’s the Last Day to Book Awards by Tyler Glatt December 26, 2025 0 JetBlue’s partnership with Japan Airlines is coming to an end. Earlier this year, AwardWallet was the first to notice that JetBlue began offering award flights on Japan Airlines bookable with TrueBlue points. However, the partnership won’t even make it to its first anniversary before officially ending for good. Here's what to know.
Alaska Airlines to Debut New Earning Charts for Select Flights Booked Through Partners in 2026 by Anthony Cave December 24, 2025 0 Starting in 2026, booking a premium cabin flight directly through a partner airline’s website will earn you significantly more Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards points than it does today. Here's just how much more you'll earn in these cabins.
Southwest to Partner With Turkish Airlines — Here’s What to Expect Starting Early 2026 by Harrison Pierce December 19, 2025 0 A year ago, Southwest didn't have a single international airline partner. This week, Southwest announced its sixth international airline partnership: Turkish Airlines. Beginning January 2026, you will be able to book an itinerary that includes flights operated by both Southwest and Turkish Airlines. Here's what you need to know about this new partnership.
Air Canada Adds airBaltic as a Redemption Partner — Here’s How (And Why) You Should Take Advantage by Harrison Pierce December 19, 2025 0 Air Canada has just added airBaltic as a redemption partner. Although you still won't earn Air Canada Aeroplan points on airBaltic flights, you can now redeem your points on flights operated solely by airBaltic, or by airBaltic and other Aeroplan partners. Here's what you need to know.
Hilton Expands Small Luxury Hotels Partnership to 500+ Properties — Here Are the Latest Additions by Tyler Glatt and JT Genter December 17, 2025 2 The 500th Small Luxury Hotels (SLH) property just joined the Hilton Honors portfolio. Here's a look at the properties Hilton added in December, what your Hilton Honors points are worth towards SLH stays, and the benefits you'll get as an elite member at one of these hotels and resorts.
Bilt Adds Spirit Airlines as a Transfer Partner — Book Flights Starting at Just 2,500 Points by Harrison Pierce December 17, 2025 1 Bilt is making history by becoming the first transferable point currency to partner with Spirit Airlines, effective December 17, 2025. It is also the loyalty program with the most 1:1 transfer partners. Here's everything you need to know.
Hawaiian Airlines Will Officially Join Oneworld in April — Here’s What It Means for You by Cameron Laufer December 16, 2025 0 Hawaiian Airlines will be joining the Oneworld alliance beginning April 22, 2026. Hawaiian will be the newest Oneworld member, following the lead of Fiji Airways and Oman Air earlier this year. Here's what to know and why it matters.
Hilton Honors Joins the Luxury Cruise World: How to Earn and Redeem Points with Explora Journeys by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea December 11, 2025 0 Hilton announces a new partnership with luxury cruise liner Explora Journeys -called Hilton Honors Adventures- that lets you earn and redeem your Hilton Honors points for cruise ship sailings. Here's all you need to know about it, including an early preview offer to start enjoying perks on bookings for next year.
New: Earn and Redeem Hyatt Points for Luxury Safaris Through New Mr & Mrs Smith Partnership by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea December 11, 2025 0 Hyatt has announced the addition of 15 Asilia Africa properties in East Africa through its existing Mr & Mrs Smith partnership. Most of them are luxury lodges and camp sites near national parks and reserves in the most sought after adventure destinations. Here's what it means for your next safari.
Aeroplan Launches a Loyalty Partnership With Harbour Air, North America’s Largest Seaplane Airline by Tyler Glatt December 10, 2025 0 Air Canada Aeroplan's partner airline network includes all kinds of unique carriers, and it just added another one: Harbour Air. For the unfamiliar, Harbour Air is North America's largest seaplane airline. It operates up to 200 daily flights to more than a dozen destinations across British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest. And now, you can earn Aeroplan points on these scenic short-hop flights.
You Can Now Earn American Airlines Miles and British Airways Avios on Select LEVEL Flights by Harrison Pierce December 5, 2025 1 You can now earn British Airways Avios and American Airlines miles on select flights operated by LEVEL, a low-cost long-haul airline operating flights to 7 hubs in the Americas from its base in Barcelona. Here's what you need to know about this change.
United Cardholders Can Now Earn 2X MileagePlus Miles on Rent Paid Through Bilt — Here’s How by Skye Class December 4, 2025 4 Rarely does a day go by when Bilt Rewards doesn't add a new partnership or expand on an existing one. And the Bilt partnership news du jour is an expansion of its relationship with United Airlines. Effective immediately, your United MileagePlus credit card just became more rewarding for paying rent. Here's the latest.
Citi ThankYou to Lose Aeromexico Rewards as a Transfer Partner — Here’s the Timeline by Harrison Pierce December 3, 2025 1 In early 2026, Citi ThankYou® Points will lose Aeromexico Rewards as a transfer partner. Luckily, this won't have a huge impact on most travelers, as Aeromexico makes it difficult to book award redemptions. Here's what you need to know about this development, and when the partnership is winding down.
Wyndham and Caesars Temporarily Increase Transfer Limit — Here’s Why It Matters by Harrison Pierce and Sam Helmy January 1, 2026 2 Wyndham Rewards and Caesars have temporarily increased the cap on the number of points you can move between programs annually. You can transfer up to 60,000 between programs at a 1:1 ratio through December 31, 2025. Here's how this transfer option can be really useful, including for avoiding point expiration.
Marriott Bonvoy Week: Earn Triple Bonus Points on Starbucks Purchases Through November 23 by Tyler Glatt November 17, 2025 0 The Marriott-Starbucks reciprocal rewards partnership offers an easy way to earn a little extra. You can pick up double Stars during stays at Marriott hotels and 300 bonus points during the current Marriott Bonvoy Week, which runs through November 23, 2025. Here are all the details and how to link your accounts.
Etihad Adds Mileage Earning and Redemptions to Partnership With Ethiopian Airlines by Harrison Pierce November 14, 2025 0 You can now earn and redeem Etihad Guest Miles on flights operated by Ethiopian Airlines. Here's what you need to know about this expanded partnership.
Korean Air Ending Hawaiian Redemptions, Restricting Alaska Awards in 2026 by Cameron Laufer January 2, 2026 0 Despite being a member of the SkyTeam alliance, Korean Air has long maintained a partnership with Oneworld member Alaska Airlines and previously had one with Hawaiian Airlines until earlier this year. However, Korean Air's partnership with Alaska Airlines is about to change. Starting January 1, 2026, this partnership will look quite different and there will be two new key limitations. Here’s what you need to know.
Marriott Bonvoy Abruptly Terminates Partnership With Sonder — Guests Being Kicked Out of Current Stays by Mark Jackson November 10, 2025 0 Although the ink barely dried on the Marriott-Sonder partnership, Marriott has abruptly ended its partnership with Sonder. The sudden end to the partnership is causing travel disruptions, with some guests reportedly being kicked out of their stay!
Hyatt and Chase Expand Partnership: New Hyatt Card, Status Shortcut Opportunities Coming in 2026 by Harrison Pierce November 7, 2025 1 Hyatt and Chase just announced an expansion of their partnership. As part of the partnership, Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardholders will be able to spend their way to Explorist status and book additional Hyatt luxury brands through The Edit. Plus, new Hyatt credit cards are on the way. Here's what to know.
Southwest Announces Partnership With Philippine Airlines — and You Can Already Book Flights by Tyler Glatt November 5, 2025 0 After years of going it alone, Southwest Airlines has flipped the script and started launching partnerships with international carriers like there's no tomorrow. Late on November 4, 2025, the Dallas-based airline announced its fourth partnership, this time with Philippine Airlines. Here’s what to know about Southwest’s newest partner.
Aeroplan Adds Redemptions on Bearskin Airlines: Use Points to Save On Flights to Rural Canada by Sam Helmy November 3, 2025 0 Aeroplan has announced the addition of Bearskin Airlines as a redemption partner. If you're wondering what Bearskin Airlines is, where it flies, and what awards through Aeroplan cost, you've come to the right place. Here's everything you need to know.
Miles & More Adds First-Ever Points Transfer Partnership With 1:1 Transfers From Rove Miles by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea November 3, 2025 2 Rove is bursting onto the points and miles scene and just yet announced a new transfer partner. Miles & More (the loyalty program for airlines like Lufthansa and SWISS) joins Rove — marking its first-ever points transfer partnership. Here's why this is such a big deal.
Wells Fargo Rewards Expands, Adds JetBlue TrueBlue as Its Eighth Transfer Partner by Tyler Glatt November 1, 2025 1 If you’re one to collect transferable Wells Fargo Rewards points, there’s now another way to redeem them. The bank just added JetBlue TrueBlue as a transfer partner, which marks the bank’s eighth transfer partner overall. Here’s your brief on Wells Fargo’s newest transfer partner, JetBlue TrueBlue.
Wyndham Announces End of Vacasa Partnership — Here’s the Last Day to Book by Tyler Glatt December 1, 2025 1 It’s nearly Halloween, so it’s as good a time as any to pay a quick visit to the graveyard of award travel deals. Soon, you’ll find the Wyndham–Vacasa partnership among the many that have disappeared in recent years. Vacasa is set to stop participating in the Wyndham Rewards program entirely in 2026. Here's what to know.
Air France–KLM Adds Redemptions on Bangkok Airways — Here’s the Award Chart by Cameron Laufer October 29, 2025 0 A new partnership has been announced between SkyTeam member Air France–KLM’s Flying Blue program and Bangkok Airways, a small independent regional carrier. With this tie-up, travelers can now earn and redeem miles through both Flying Blue and FlyerBonus, Bangkok Airways’ loyalty program. Here's what to know.
Bilt Rewards Adds Partnerships With Venmo, UWM, GoPuff, and More — Here’s How You’ll Earn Points by Mark Jackson October 29, 2025 0 Over the past month, Bilt Rewards has introduced several new ways to earn Bilt Points, including parking, home delivery, and mortgage payments. Here’s a look at each new addition so you don’t miss any earning opportunities.
United and JetBlue Add Miles Earning and Redeemptions as Part of Expanded Blue Sky Partnership by Tyler Glatt October 23, 2025 1 JetBlue and United just massively expanded their Blue Sky partnership and you can now earn and redeem miles on both airlines! Here’s an overview of which parts of the partnership are live now, how you’ll earn and redeem miles, and what other perks and benefits of this tie-up are still to come.
How To Transfer Avios Between British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, Qatar, Finnair, Loganair & Vueling Accounts by Sam Helmy and Harrison Pierce October 12, 2025 21 You can now transfer Avios for free between all seven participating airlines: British Airways, Qatar Airways, Iberia, Finnair, Aer Lingus, Vueling, and Loganair. This flexibility adds a significant amount of value to all the programs. Not only can you use it to consolidate small balances into one account, but you can also transfer Avios into the account that will give you the best value for a specific award. Here's how.
Bilt Rewards Expands Again, Adds Etihad Airways as Its 22nd Transfer Partner by Tyler Glatt October 7, 2025 0 Few things in life are certain: death, taxes, and Bilt Rewards adding new transfer partners every quarter. The latest addition is Etihad Airways, which becomes Bilt’s 22nd partner. Starting today, you can transfer your Bilt Points to Etihad’s Guest loyalty program. Here’s your briefing on Bilt’s newest transfer partner. Here are the sweet spots this adds to the Bilt Rewards program.
