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Update: The offers mentioned below have expired and are no longer available. Spirit Airlines has launched a new co-branded credit card from Mercury Financial and First Bank & Trust. The new Free Spirit^® Points Plus Mastercard^®, along with the Free Spirit^®…

Virgin Atlantic has announced that it will be shaking up its frequent flyer program — Flying Club. At a time when airlines, hotels, and the travel industry are still adapting in unprecedented ways, it’s refreshing to hear of positive news,…

American Express, known for its premium and co-brand credit cards accepted worldwide, has launched a small- to medium-sized business checking account and its first-ever Amex-issued debit card. American Express currently offers personal savings accounts but is expanding into the business…

From groundings and storage to complete scrappage, the much-loved Airbus A380, along with the Boeing 747, has taken the brunt of aircraft bad news over the course of the last 18 months or so. It’s therefore with great pleasure that…

United Airlines is now an official partner with the Avis Budget Group. The news came just days after the airline announced it would end its partnership with rival car rental agency Hertz. Let’s take a look at what this means…

If you’ve flown Lufthansa with any regularity over the past few years, you’ll know that its business class product has something to be desired. With a 2-2-2 configuration, it’s a tight squeeze and uncomfortable. Now, Lufthansa will be leasing 4…

Exciting news for Floridians, Alaska frequent flyers, and U.S. aviation in general: Alaska Airlines has announced it will be starting nonstop flights to Miami International Airport (MIA) from its base at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). This will be the airline’s 100th…

One of the best benefits of Delta SkyMiles Diamond Medallion status is the ability to choose Global Upgrade Certificates (GUCs) as one of your choice benefits upon qualifying for the status. For the uninitiated, Global Upgrade Certificates allow you to…

Update: The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. We all know that the world runs on coffee. This truth is perhaps this is why American Express has added its newest benefit to all its cards, consumer…

JetBlue continues its foray into the European market. The New York-based airline has announced that it will expand its codeshare with Icelandair to 7 new destinations in Europe. “We are thrilled to expand our partnership with Icelandair to offer our…

In an internal email sent to Singapore Airlines employees, it was announced that the Singaporean flag carrier has signed a memorandum of understanding with United. It’s hoped the move will help to increase travel between the 2 nations as international…

British Airways has confirmed that the majority of its long-haul aircraft will feature the Club Suite by the end of 2022. Club Suite is the best and most modern version of its business class offerings. Having first been introduced in…

ITA Airways is the replacement Italian flag carrier of its predecessor Alitalia, which ceased to operate as of October 14, 2021. On Friday, October 29, 2021, it was announced the start-up airline would officially join the SkyTeam airline alliance. “We…

Travelers are likely surprised (and excited) to hear that Hertz has announced a $4 billion deal with Tesla that will add 100,000 Model 3 electric vehicles to its North American and European fleet by the end of 2022. The troubled…

Update: The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. If you’re been looking to make some award bookings with Singapore Airlines, you’re in luck as Singapore is now offering a 12% to 15% bonus when you transfer…

Mastercard, the world’s second-largest card network, has announced that soon all banks and merchants that are a part of the Mastercard network will be able to integrate crypto into their products and services. Here is a look at what this…

Update: The offer information mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. The Bank of America^® Business Advantage Unlimited Cash Rewards credit card has just been launched, adding another solid cash-back credit card option for small business owners. Here are…

Southwest Airlines has announced the launch of its new business traveler-focused rewards program, aptly named Rapid Rewards Business. The announcement comes as aviation emerges from the worst of the pandemic and business travel is starting to return. The new rewards…

American Airlines has rocked the points-and-miles world. The airline has shared that its AAdvantage program will be ditching its current set of elite-status requirements, which consist of Elite Qualifying Miles (EQMs), Elite Qualifying Segments (EQS), and Elite Qualifying Dollars (EQDs),…

The Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program eliminated its existing award charts and transitioned to “Flexible Point Redemption Rates” on March 29, 2022. This means guests can expect dynamic award pricing, similar to Hilton Honors and IHG One Rewards, where award rates…

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouses are some of the best airport lounges you can visit. From cocktail hours and pool tables to top-notch food and Pelotons, they certainly have something for everyone. As of early October, 2021, cardholders of The Platinum Card^®…