# Jul 31, 2026

19 signals merged on this day.

## Lufthansa and Emirates Restrict First-Class Award Availability; Top First-Class Seats to Book with Miles

Jul 31 · 1 source · ANA, Emirates, Lufthansa, Qantas, Emirates Skywards, Qantas Frequent Flyer, Chicago, Honolulu, London, Los Angeles

Lufthansa has cut off partner airlines from booking first-class awards, while Emirates now requires elite status for Skywards members to book first class. The article highlights five specific first-class products and routes to target for award bookings

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/lufthansa-and-emirates-restrict-first-class-award-availability-top-first-class-s)

## Marriott Bonvoy American Express Cards: Earn Up to 110,000 Points

Jul 31 · 1 source · Air Canada, Cathay Pacific, Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card, Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card, American Express, Canada, Asia, promotion, airline

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/marriott-bonvoy-american-express-cards-earn-up-to-110-000-points)

## Sheraton Maui Offers Marriott Bonvoy Moments Package for 200,000 Points

Jul 31 · 1 source · Marriott Bonvoy, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, United States, Hawaii, promotion, hotel, loyalty program, promo

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/sheraton-maui-offers-marriott-bonvoy-moments-package-for-200-000-points)

## Chase Sapphire Preferred 100,000 Point Offer Ends July 30

Jul 31 · 2 sources · Air France-KLM, Chase Sapphire Preferred, FlyingBlue, Bank of America Air France/KLM FlyingBlue Card, Bank of America, Chase, promotion, airline, loyalty program, credit card

The Chase Sapphire Preferred 100,000 point welcome offer is confirmed to end on July 30, 2026. This is a key deadline for applicants seeking this high-value transferable-points bonus

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/chase-sapphire-preferred-100-000-point-offer-ends-july-30)

## Delta Jets Have Close Call at ATL After ATC Sends Planes on Collision Course

Jul 31 · 1 source · Delta, Frontier, Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson, airline, industry news

Two Delta aircraft had a close call at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport after an air traffic controller issued a sharp right turn to a departing plane, putting it on a collision course with an arriving plane performing a go-around

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/delta-jets-have-close-call-at-atl-after-atc-sends-planes-on-collision-course)

## Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business Welcome Bonus Reverts to 200,000 Points

Jul 31 · 1 source · Chase Ultimate Rewards, Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business, Chase, credit card, loyalty program

Chase has restored the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business welcome bonus to 200,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points after spending $30,000 in the first six months, reversing a previous reduction to 150,000 points

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/chase-sapphire-reserve-for-business-welcome-bonus-reverts-to-200-000-points)

## United's New 'Elevated' Dreamliner, Polaris Suites Coming to 4 More International Routes

Jul 31 · 1 source · United Airlines, Polaris, Polaris Base, Houston (IAH), London (LHR), Sao Paulo (GRU), Seoul (ICN), Tokyo (NRT), Zurich (ZRH), route network

United is deploying its new Boeing 787-9 'Elevated' Dreamliner with Polaris suites to four new long-haul routes starting Oct. 24 and Jan. 5, 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/united-s-new-elevated-dreamliner-polaris-suites-coming-to-4-more-international-r)

## Trump Administration Weighs Changes to Airline All-In Pricing Rule

Jul 31 · 1 source · policy change, service policy change

The DOT is considering allowing airlines more flexibility in displaying base fares versus total ticket prices, and may even repeal the current all-in pricing rule entirely

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/trump-administration-weighs-changes-to-airline-all-in-pricing-rule)

## Riyadh Air 787 Business Class Review: Product Quality and Service

Jul 31 · 1 source · Riyadh Air, Madrid, Riyadh, other, airline, other relevant news

A review of Riyadh Air's Boeing 777-9 business class on the RUH-MAD route, praising the Safran Unity seats and cabin design but noting broken Wi-Fi and service inefficiencies

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/riyadh-air-787-business-class-review-product-quality-and-service)

## IHG Offers 20% Off FoundersCard Partner Rate for Worldwide Stays

Jul 31 · 1 source · IHG One Rewards, FoundersCard, Worldwide, promotion, hotel, loyalty program, promo

IHG One Rewards is offering a 20% discount on the Best Flexible Rate for FoundersCard members on stays including a Thursday-Sunday night. The rate allows flexible cancellation up to 7 days before arrival

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/ihg-offers-20-off-founderscard-partner-rate-for-worldwide-stays)

## Best Time to Apply for Atmos Rewards Cards Based on Offer History

Jul 31 · 1 source · Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Atmos Rewards, credit card, airline, loyalty program

The article outlines the best times to apply for Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines' Atmos Rewards cards by analyzing historical welcome offers, noting that the Ascent and Business cards currently offer 80,000 points plus a companion fare

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/best-time-to-apply-for-atmos-rewards-cards-based-on-offer-history)

## Cathay Pacific Unveils New 'Aria Studio' Regional Business Class for A330s

Jul 31 · 2 sources · Cathay Pacific, Aria Studio, airline, loyalty program

Cathay Pacific revealed its new regional business class product, 'Aria Studio,' a reverse herringbone seat without privacy doors. It will retrofit A330-300s starting late 2026 and appear on new A330-900neos by 2028

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/cathay-pacific-unveils-new-aria-studio-regional-business-class-for-a330s)

## Southwest to Board Most Domestic Flights 35 Minutes Before Departure Starting August 1

Jul 31 · 1 source · Southwest, Southwest Airlines, Domestic US, Hawaii, International, policy change, airline, service policy change

Effective August 1, 2026, Southwest Airlines will board Boeing 737-800 and MAX 8 aircraft 35 minutes before departure (up from 30) to accommodate longer boarding times due to new checked bag fees

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/southwest-to-board-most-domestic-flights-35-minutes-before-departure-starting-au)

## Trump’s “Patriot Passport” Goes Nationwide Due To “Overwhelming Demand”

Jul 31 · 1 source · US Passport, other, loyalty program, other relevant news

The State Department is making 250,000 additional Trump commemorative passports available nationwide by appointment, expanding from the initial Washington Passport Agency rollout

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/trumps-patriot-passport-goes-nationwide-due-to-overwhelming-demand)

## WestJet Flight Attendant Strike Begins August 2, 2026 Unless Agreement Reached

Jul 31 · 1 source · Air Canada, WestJet, Canada, Europe, airline, safety & operations, industry news

WestJet's 4,400+ flight attendants have issued a 72-hour strike notice, with a potential work stoppage beginning at midnight on August 2, 2026. The airline has issued flexible rebooking and refund policies for travel between July 30 and August 4

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/westjet-flight-attendant-strike-begins-august-2-2026-unless-agreement-reached)

## Wyndham Rewards Points Purchase Bonus: 80% Extra Through August 14

Jul 31 · 1 source · Wyndham Rewards, US, promotion, hotel, loyalty program, promo

Wyndham Rewards is offering an 80% bonus on points purchases through August 14, 2026. The annual purchase limit is temporarily raised to 100,000 points

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/wyndham-rewards-points-purchase-bonus-80-extra-through-august-14)

## Emirates Installs Starlink, Enabling In-Flight Video Calls

Jul 31 · 1 source · Emirates, policy change, airline, promotion, service policy change

Emirates is rolling out Starlink internet to its fleet, which supports faster streaming and video calls. The article discusses whether the airline should implement guidelines for this new feature

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/emirates-installs-starlink-enabling-in-flight-video-calls)

## Delta SkyMiles Starter Pack: Up to 5,000 Bonus Miles for New Members

Jul 31 · 1 source · Delta Air Lines, Delta SkyMiles, SkyMiles Dining, US, promotion, airline, loyalty program, promo

Delta is offering new SkyMiles members up to 5,000 bonus miles for completing three activities (email opt-in, $30 SkyMiles Dining spend, app flight booking) within 90 days. Registration must be completed by December 31, 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/delta-skymiles-starter-pack-up-to-5-000-bonus-miles-for-new-members)

## Air France-KLM and Lufthansa Submit Binding Bids for TAP Portugal Stake

Jul 31 · 1 source · Air France-KLM, British Airways, IAG, ITA, Iberia, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Group, TAP Portugal, SkyTeam, Star Alliance

Air France-KLM and Lufthansa Group have submitted binding bids for a 44.5% to 49.9% stake in TAP Portugal, with the Portuguese government aiming to finalize the sale by September

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/air-france-klm-and-lufthansa-submit-binding-bids-for-tap-portugal-stake)

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