Delta is doubling down on the requirement that you not only fly a minimum amount to earn elite status, but spend a minimum amount with the airline, too. There are no changes to how much you need to fly – just how much you need to spend. And they’re updating choice benefits for Platinum and Diamond members.
Trial Date Set In American Airlines Vs. The Points Guy
American Airlines is suing The Points Guy over its app that tracks account balances, scraping data from the AA.com website.
Hyatt Adding Over 30 Properties In Europe With Lindner Hotels Deal
Hyatt is adding more than 30 hotels in 7 European countries, focusing on Germany and Central and Eastern Europe, by partnering with Lindner hotels to bring their properties into the Hyatt brand and loyalty portfolio.
Delta Devalues Its Gifts To Million Miler Elites
When you reach a million mile threshold with Delta SkyMiles, they offer you a choice of gift. It’s a really nice touch, or at least it was. The program was paused during the pandemic, and just re-launched. So everyone who earned million mile status since the program went on hiatus (or earned a selection, but their selection didn’t ship prior to Covid) was invited to pick a gift from the new program.
Marriott Deal Week: Rates And Redemption Stay Discounts, Bonus Points & Double Elite Offer
If you have any upcoming stays it could be a good idea to check on whether rebooking makes sense, or to reserve this week rather than waiting until a future week to make that reservation – see whether the rate discounts, award discounts, or double points and elite nights for home share stays make sense.
Mexico May Relaunch Mexicana, Airline To Be Run By The Military
Mexicana was one of the oldest airlines in the world operating under the same brand when it ceased operations on August 28, 2010.
The partially government-owned carrier went into bankruptcy, and several criminal cases emerged involving tax fraud and money laundering by key executives. The departure of the Star Alliance-turned-oneworld member left Mexico with airlines like Aeroméxico, Volaris and Interjet.
Fare Alert: Premium Economy To Europe From $520 Roundtrip
Airfares have been astronomical, but have been coming down a bit. Under $600 would be a very good coach fare of late, but right now it’s possible to travel to Europe roundtrip for under $600 in premium economy on Star Alliance member Scandinavian Airlines.
Bizarre Interview With Marriott’s CEO
Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano gave an interview and the whole thing struck me as.. strange?
He incorrectly claims Marriott had the first hotel loyalty program. He talks about resort fees as incredible for customers. And he talks about how much control is necessary over hotel stays, even as they defer more and more to individual owners.
Air Canada Aeroplan New Discount Hotel Redemption Option: HotelSavers
HotelSavers is Air Canada Aeroplan’s new product offering hotel redemptions, leveraging the airline’s buying power and ability to offer lower than public rates.
New: 80,000 American Miles And Statement Credit To Cover Annual Fee [Roundup]
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