New U.S. Amex cards no longer pool Membership Rewards automatically
Newly opened U.S. Membership Rewards cards now create a separate rewards account instead of adding points to an existing pooled balance.
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Newly opened U.S. Membership Rewards cards now create a separate rewards account instead of adding points to an existing pooled balance.
Asiana members who link SKYPASS accounts will see miles transfer on December 17, 2026, and those miles remain a separate balance for up to 10 years.
Southwest elite status will shift to Silver, Gold and Platinum on January 1, 2027, with Platinum including unlimited Companion Pass at 140,000 TQPs.
Southwest said 135,000 points posted by December 31, 2026 would still produce a Companion Pass valid through December 2027.
American Express now puts each newly opened Membership Rewards card into its own rewards account rather than joining an existing pooled balance.
From January 1, 2027, Southwest Companion Pass will be a Platinum benefit requiring 140,000 TQPs, and credit card welcome bonuses will no longer count.
Paying DINR Premium members receive 1,000 bonus Aeroplan points in the first $95 year and at least 100 points per completed restaurant booking in Canada.
Through October 31, KrisFlyer members can book Singapore to Seattle economy Saver awards for 30,800 miles one way for November 2026 travel.
Members who received the email can buy LifeMiles at 1.35 US cents each at the 145% bonus through October 20, though many Latin American accounts are blocked.
EuroBonus members can book SAS Economy and Business Bonus awards at 20% off for travel from 1 November 2026 through 31 March 2027.
ALL Accor members can get 20% off prepaid stays booked by 11 December 2026 for travel through 19 April 2027 at participating hotels.
KrisFlyer members can book New York to Frankfurt premium economy for 39,900 KrisFlyer miles each way for travel from 1 to 30 November 2026.