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Much like Air France-KLM Flying Blue Promo Rewards, Lufthansa Miles & More has a regular promotion offering discounted reward redemptions for flights on Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings Discover Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, and SWISS. Lufthansa has launched its newest…

Domestic first class in the U.S. is very different from international first class flights, known for their lie-flat seats and Champagne. However, it’s still usually a pleasant upgrade from economy. On a recent flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)…

Aeroplan’s HotelSavers program offers a unique way to redeem Aeroplan points for hotel stays, with the potential to save up to 30% at select properties. For 2025, the program’s standout benefit — getting a fourth night free on award stays…

Update: Flying Blue has provided an update, saying there was no devaluation but simply a tech problem. You can read the full update here. Ho, ho, ho. What worse Christmas gift could you get than a devaluation of your Flying…

I’m this close to reaching United’s Premier Gold status. It would offer more perks than what I currently get as a Premier Silver member. I could qualify with just 1 more trip this year, but I’m not booking it. For…

This holiday season, Etihad Airways is getting into the spirit with special amenities, themed cuisine, and seasonal entertainment for its travelers. Known for its dedication to guest experience, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is working hard…

The integration of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines continues to evolve, and frequent flyers now have another reason to celebrate. Following the merger confirmed earlier this year between the 2 airlines, Alaska Mileage Plan and HawaiianMiles have introduced reciprocal elite…

American Airlines is shaking up its route network with exciting new additions and some strategic changes. The Fort Worth-based carrier has announced 5 new routes that will appeal to outdoor enthusiasts and leisure travelers, while also making adjustments to its…

Hilton Honors has quietly increased the number of points required for award redemptions at some of its most sought-after properties. This change, which took place late on December 20, 2024, should frustrate loyal members, and it further highlights the challenges…

My wife and I recently visited relatives in Brazil and took 3 domestic flights with GOL. Thanks to GOL’s partnership with American Airlines, I enjoyed several extra benefits on these flights using my AAdvantage elite status. From a generous checked…

United’s route expansions for next year just won’t stop. The latest addition to its 2025 flight plans: Los Angeles to Beijing. United already serves Beijing from multiple U.S. airports and offers service to other Chinese gateways. As of May 1,…

A new circular from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) answers the question of whether credit card companies are violating the law if they devalue their rewards programs. In short, the answer is, “They could be.” The answer is nuanced,…

United Airlines is expanding its route network from its Denver hub, offering 8 new flights from the Mile High City. Among them, United will offer its first nonstop service from Denver to Rome. With the new flights, United will serve…

After 9 long years, it’s once again possible to redeem your AAdvantage miles for Hawaiian Airlines flights between the U.S. mainland and Hawaii. Sure, other options exist, but the reason this is such good news is the wide-open award space…

Hyatt originally launched the Caption by Hyatt brand in Tennessee back in 2022. Now, it’s got another property in the state. Coincidentally, this is just the second Caption by Hyatt property in the U.S. The original Memphis property now has…

I’m a big fan of the classic Hyatt Regency hotel with the large, open atrium in the center of the hotel. I stayed at 2 of them recently, and this was the second. Coincidentally, both stays were at properties hosting…

San Diego is the busiest U.S. airport without a direct flight to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). That’s set to change, however, as the Department of Transportation (DOT) approved nonstop flights between the 2 airports. The lucky carrier: Alaska…

Southwest Airlines is offering discounts of up to 25% if you book your flight soon. The booking window for the sale is short: You need to book by December 19, 2024. You can travel in the first few months of…

A new promotion from All Nippon Airways (ANA) offers flyers up to a 50% discount on economy award bookings through December 20, 2024. Sadly, the only U.S. destination included in this promotion is Honolulu, and the offer only applies to bookings in…

Under new Department of Transportation (DOT) rules, airline and airport personal will need training on how to properly handle mobility equipment for passengers, prompt notifications of what’s happening with their equipment, and fare-matching when passengers must book a more expensive…

Today only, you can get bonus airline miles when purchasing a new iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods, Mac, and more. With these offers, you can earn up to 4x bonus miles on your purchase. This offer is available only today, Monday,…