Turkish Airlines: "We are giving away additional 1923 Status Miles and 1923 Miles for all flights booked on October 29, 2023, the day we celebrate the 100th anniversary of our Republic. Book your ticket on this special date and let's celebrate our Republic together in the sky!"
"The campaign is valid for one-way and round-trip international flights arriving in Türkiye and domestic flights ticketed on October 29, 2023"
My Points Life: "TrueBlue members earn 1 TrueBlue point per dollar spent when they stay at a YOTEL property booked through eligible booking channels."
There are also a few YOTEL benefits available to True Blue members such as:
"TrueBlue Mosaic elite members can receive a complimentary upgrade to the next room type, subject to room availability. TrueBlue Mosaic members also receive a 2 PM late checkout, subject to availability."
JetBlue X YOTEL Partnership
Loyalty Lobby: "The airline promised expansion of a specific number of award seats on each flight and complimentary messaging on European short-haul flights and has now confirmed the rollout dates."
"Finnair previously didn’t confirm the rollout dates for the expanded availability, and it now is February 1, 2024, and you can book from November 1."
Points Wire Note: Traditionally, Finnair hasn't released much business class award space. Hopefully, this expanded availability will be bookable via oneworld partners such as American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, etc.
Loyalty Lobby: "Marriott offers various dining programs, including More Cravings in EMEA, Bonvoy Asia, and Latin America. Additionally, in the US and Canada, former SPG brands allow you to earn points for dining at affiliated outlets without staying simply by presenting your Bonvoy membership number."
"While Marriott is initially rolling out the program in Europe, there are plans to expand it to other regions. You can earn points in the UK for other expenses, such as spa treatments and golf."
Bilt's Rent Day promotion for November is insane. On November 1, you can take advantage of a 75-150% transfer bonus to Emirates Skywards. Your transfer bonus depends on your Bilt Rewards status:
Blue: 75% (1,000 Bilt points = 1,750 Skywards miles)
Silver: 100% (1,000 Bilt points = 2,000 Skywards miles)
Gold: 125% (1,000 Bilt points = 2,250 Skywards miles)
Platinum: 150% (1,000 Bilt points = 2,500 Skywards miles)
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Points Wire Note: I serve on a Bilt advisory panel. Let me know if you have any questions about the card or program.
Travel on Points: "There is a new Vacasa Wyndham redemption cap when using points that is a devaluation of the program. How much of a devaluation it is will depend on where you are wanting to redeem your Wyndham points."
"You used to be able to book any property that had a $500 or less average cost per room with points. That has now been dropped to $350 per night. That still sounds generous, but it does include any taxes and fees, which makes it a little less generous than initially thought."
Thrifty Traveler: "We can hardly believe our eyes but it's undeniable: Air France/KLM Flying Blue has decreased award rates between North America and Europe over the last several days, meaning you can (probably) book those flights for fewer miles."
View From The Wing: "Delta Air Lines has announced several changes to its frequent flyer program for 2024, to replace the changes they had announced to its frequent flyer program for 2024. In the midst of all of the rancor and chaos, there’s a change to who gets upgrades going forward."
"In most cases million-miler status becomes the number one tie-breaker for upgrades. A Diamond million miler trumps one who isn’t. But note that Delta says what matters is whether you are a million miler, not how many millions you have."
Delta Upgrade Priority Comparison
One Mile At A Time: "British Airways has a new promotion offering double Avios on 10 upcoming flights. You need to register, then book by November 21, 2023, and then fly by January 14, 2024, to be eligible. This is an offer we see every so often, so be sure you register if you have any upcoming flights."
US Registration Link
UK Registration Link
Points Wire Note: Keep in mind that BA Executive Club now has revenue-based earning so you'll earn Avios based on your status and how much you spend. With the promo, these rates will be doubled.
Blue: 6 Avios per £1 spent
Bronze: 7 Avios per £1 spent
Silver: 8 Avios per £1 spent
Gold: 9 Avios per £1 spent
View From The Wing: "Following this same path, Frontier Airlines is adding to its elite program. Towards that end they’re moving from 3 elite tiers (20k/50k/100k) to four tiers (Silver/Gold/Platinum/Diamond)."
"What’s amazing alongside a greater investment in status is that they are still offering one of the most generous status matches I’ve ever seen."
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