# May 2, 2026

11 signals merged on this day.

## AAdvantage Business Offers 10,000 Bonus Miles to New Members Through Dec 31, 2026

May 2 · 1 source · American Airlines, AAdvantage, AAdvantage Business, Citi / AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard, Citi, Canada, promotion, airline, loyalty program, credit card

Register for AAdvantage Business with code BNS10K to earn 10,000 bonus miles through December 31, 2026. No spending required to earn, but redemption requires qualifying activity or the Citi AAdvantage Business Card

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/free-aadvantage-business-program-10k-bonus-miles-new-member-promotion)

## Chase Updates Eligibility Rules: Sapphire Reserve and Preferred Now Stackable for Bonus

May 2 · 1 source · Chase Sapphire Preferred, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Chase, credit card

Chase updated its eligibility rules for the Chase Sapphire Reserve and Preferred cards, allowing customers who hold one to also hold the other and still qualify for the respective welcome bonuses

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/chase-just-simplified-who-can-get-a-sapphire-sign-up-bonus-here-are-the-new-rule)

## JetBlue adds 11 new routes from Fort Lauderdale to replace Spirit Airlines

May 2 · 1 source · American Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Colombia, Fort Lauderdale, Puerto Rico, US Domestic, United States

JetBlue is launching 11 new routes from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to replace service lost by Spirit Airlines' collapse, including new markets like Baltimore, Charlotte, and Barranquilla

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/jetblue-moves-quickly-to-fill-spirit-s-gap-adds-11-routes-from-fort-lauderdale)

## Miles & More Expands ITA Airways Benefits: Premium Economy Awards, Upgrades, and Elite Perks Starting May 2026

May 2 · 1 source · ITA Airways, Lufthansa, Miles & More, loyalty program, policy change, airline, devaluation, award redemption, partnership, program change

Miles & More is expanding its partnership with ITA Airways starting in May 2026, adding Premium Economy award bookings, mile-based upgrades, and enhanced status privileges for Senators and HON Circle members

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/more-miles-more-benefits-on-ita-airways-flights)

## Hyatt Double Points for Stays and Triple for F&B at Gulf Area & Jordan Hotels Through August 31, 2026

May 2 · 1 source · Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences Emirates Pearl, Grand Hyatt Al Khobar Hotel and Residences, Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel & Villas, Grand Hyatt The Red Sea, Hyatt House Jeddah Sari Street, Hyatt Place Dubai Wasl District, Hyatt Place Riyadh Al Sulaimania, Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights, Jabal Omar Hyatt Regency Makkah, Miraval The Red Sea

World of Hyatt members earn double points on stays (max 20K) and triple points on F&B at participating Gulf and Jordan hotels from April 20 to August 31, 2026. No registration required

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/hyatt-double-points-for-stays-triple-for-f-b-at-gulf-area-jordan-hotels-between)

## Chase Sapphire Reserve Welcome Bonus Increased to 150,000 Points

May 2 · 1 source · Chase Sapphire Preferred, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Chase, credit card, devaluation, promotion

The Chase Sapphire Reserve is now offering 150,000 bonus points after spending $6,000 in the first three months. Current Sapphire Preferred holders are eligible if they haven't previously earned the Reserve bonus

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/chase-sapphire-preferred-vs-sapphire-reserve-which-is-better-for-you)

## Airlines Announce Rescue Fares Following Spirit Airlines Cease of Operations

May 2 · 1 source · American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit Airlines, United, United Airlines, Latin America, United States

Following Spirit Airlines' immediate cessation of operations, American, Delta, United, Southwest, and Frontier have announced rescue fare programs for stranded passengers. Delta and Frontier have capped discounted fares valid for five days, while American and Southwest have also implemented support measures

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/american-airlines-delta-frontier-jetblue-southwest-united-offer-rescue-fares-for)

## Spirit Airlines Shuts Down Operations, Cancels All Flights

May 2 · 3 sources · American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit Airlines, United, U.S., United States, airline, award redemption

Spirit Airlines has officially ceased operations and canceled all flights following a failed government deal. The DOT has coordinated with major airlines to offer rescue fares and support for ticketholders and employees

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/spirit-airlines-ceases-operations-flights-cancelled)

## Spirit Airlines Shuts Down Operations Immediately

May 2 · 1 source · Spirit Airlines, airline, safety & operations, deal alert, industry news

Spirit Airlines has ceased all service immediately after running out of cash, marking the end of the budget carrier. The shutdown leaves thousands of travelers stranded and employees jobless

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/spirit-s-bright-yellow-planes-are-grounded-for-good-a-sad-ending-for-the-storied)

## Accor ALL Double & Triple Points for Stays in Asia, Middle East & Africa

May 2 · 2 sources · Accor, Accor Live Limitless, ALL Accor, Africa, Asia, Middle East, promotion, hotel, loyalty program, app & tech

Accor ALL members can earn 2X points for 1-2 night stays and 3X points for 3+ night stays in participating Asia, Middle East, and Africa hotels. Registration is required by May 3, 2026, with stays valid through August 31, 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/accor-double-triple-points-for-stays-in-asia-middle-east-africa-april-20-august)

## Best Western Rewards Summer 2026 Promotion: 1,000 Bonus Points Per Night

May 2 · 1 source · Best Western, Best Western Rewards, Canada, Caribbean, United States, promotion, hotel, loyalty program, promo

Best Western Rewards members can earn 1,000 bonus points per night for qualified stays in the US, Canada, and Caribbean from May 11 to September 7, 2026, with mandatory registration

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/best-western-rewards-summer-2026-promotion-1-000-bonus-points-per-night)

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