JetBlue, Qatar Airways plan earn-and-burn reciprocity with expanded codeshare
Buried in a release about an expansion of codeshare routes between JetBlue and Qatar Airways is news that the pair will also establish recipocity for frequent flyer points earning and redemption....
View ArticleBig elite earning boost from United (but it’s probably not your best option)
Nearly half way to elite status with just one flight? That's what United Airlines is offering to members of its MileagePlus program with the new Pick Your Path promotion. And it might not be the best...
View ArticleDLD 332: I always feel like somebody’s watching me
Maybe we went a little too far off the rails talking about privacy and ad tech and where they intersect. Including on board JetBlue's newest A220 fleet. The post DLD 332: I always feel like somebody’s...
View ArticleJetBlue, American announce frequent flyer earning reciprocity
American Airlines and JetBlue passengers can now earn points flying on the other carrier. The two airlines announced details of their frequent flyer earning reciprocity plans today, part of their...
View ArticleDLD 336: Woohoo!
Many things are happening in the aviation and travel world. We're talking about some of them in this week's show. The post DLD 336: Woohoo! appeared first on Wandering Aramean.
View ArticleElite earning bonuses and adjustments for American, JetBlue
American Airlines and JetBlue recognize that elite requalification thresholds remain a challenge for many travelers. The carriers have come up with shifts in earning means and promotions to help boost...
View ArticleBilt Loyalty launches, adding points & travel options for paying rent
Is it really loyalty if you're just paying rent? And does it matter if you're earning a lot of points as part of that experience? The post Bilt Loyalty launches, adding points & travel options for...
View ArticleCathay Pacific giving away "Plane for a Day" in vaccination push
Cathay Pacific is getting in on the vaccination prizes game in a big way. Among other things, Hong Kongers can win access to one of the company's planes for a joy ride with friends. The post Cathay...
View ArticleAmerican, JetBlue announce elite status reciprocity
With their new Northeast Alliance continuing to grow, American Airlines and JetBlue confirmed the initial elite status benefits for travelers using the partner airline. Don't expect too much, however....
View ArticleDelta Air Lines extends Medallion status another year
Got Status? For Delta Air Lines' SkyMiles Medallion members, that status just extended another year. The carrier announced today that member status for the 2022 program year will not be lower than it...
View ArticleAmerican takes stake in JetSMART, adding ULCC partner in South America
In yet another sign that US carriers are looking past the pandemic recovery process, American Airlines intends to invest in Chilean ULCC JetSMART, expanding its footprint in South America. JetSMART is...
View ArticleChase launches Air Canada Aeroplan as new co-brand & transfer partner
Starting today, eligible Chase cardmembers can transfer Ultimate Rewards points to Aeroplan, and redeem for travel and flight rewards with Air Canada and their more than 40 airline partners, including...
View ArticleFrontier’s new vaccine promotions don’t require vaccination
Frontier Airlines wants travelers to get vaccinated. That's the message being sent with a pair of new promotions out today. There's just one problem: Neither promotion actually requires passengers to...
View ArticleDLD 345: Teaming, trimming & traveling
More airline partnership and a key route trimmed. Plus, cool new trains and airlines and loyalty plays. The post DLD 345: Teaming, trimming & traveling appeared first on Wandering Aramean.
View ArticleAllegiant revamps loyalty with Allways Rewards
A new loyalty program is coming soon for Allegiant Airlines. The ultra low cost carrier wants to enhance and expand its appeal to repeat customers, while also delivering a simple and relatable...
View ArticleDLD 346: Multiple meltdowns
Airline meltdowns happen form time to time, but this past week's performances are surprisingly ugly. The post DLD 346: Multiple meltdowns appeared first on Wandering Aramean.
View ArticleRavn Alaska joins Mileage Plan as an earn & burn partner
Ravn Alaska is joining Alaska Airlines' Mileage Plan loyalty program. The new partnership will allow travelers to earn Mileage Plan points on Ravn's network of flights to small Alaskan communities from...
View ArticleAllegiant’s Allways Rewards launches targeting Gen Z and Millennial travelers
Frequent redemptions and earnings on literally everything available for sale on the website are two key components of the new Allways Rewards program from Allegiant, officially launching this week. The...
View ArticleQantas making big moves, looks to restart international travel
The financials are, expectedly, not great for Qantas. But with the carrier's latest earnings report it also expressed optimism in the reopening of international markets later this year. And,...
View ArticleAlitalia Due (a/k/a Italia Trasporto Aereo) applies for US service
Come October 15th Alitalia will cease operations; Italia Trasporto Aereo (ITA) will take its place as Italy's flag carrier. Except that Alitalia will still probably be in business. ITA confirms that it...
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