234 signals tagged devaluation.
A devaluation is any change that makes points or miles worth less: higher award prices, removed award charts, new surcharges, weaker transfer ratios or cut benefits. Stories here state the old and new terms, the effective date and whether existing bookings are protected. The tag is applied when the sources describe a price or benefit getting worse.
The second hike of 2026 applies to tickets bought from November 3, while Mosaic members and JetBlue Plus and Premier cardholders still get a free checked bag.
The new Subscribe to Miles tier credits 30,000 Flying Blue miles each month, with a 3-month commitment and no elite-qualifying credit.
Flying Blue members again pay €10 per XP for SAF and charity after a hike without notice, but the rate still rises to €15 on 1 December 2026.
Capital One cardholders receive a 20% bonus on miles transferred to Flying Blue through November 30, 2026.
Flying Blue members offsetting Air France KLM flights with sustainable aviation fuel now earn one XP for every €15 spent, up from €10.
TrueBlue and Mosaic members face smaller Perks You Pick bonuses from February 1, 2027, including a TrueBlue point award that falls from 5,000 to 1,000.
Alaska Airlines raised the non elite Atmos Rewards annual purchase cap to 250,000 points and is paying bonuses as high as 110 percent through November 7, 2026.
British Airways will raise Silver to 8,000 tier points from 1 April 2027 and cut Club World bonuses from 500 to 200 for bookings from 25 November 2026.
Eligible Citi AAdvantage Executive cardholders began receiving a $100 inKind dining credit each half year on October 25, 2026.
Citi is paying 1,100 Asia Miles per 1,000 ThankYou Points on transfers to Cathay Pacific from October 25 through November 14, 2026, for premium ThankYou cards.
The AAdvantage Executive World Legend Mastercard now includes a permanent $200 a year in inKind dining credits for primary cardholders as of October 25.
Cash and Mileage Club award tickets issued before November 1, 2026 keep current ANA fuel surcharge rates instead of the 12 to 15 percent increase.
Eligible IHG One Rewards members received 73,500 points for $350 from October 10 through October 13 after a 100 percent bonus and a gift of 3,500 points.
Delta said 2027 Medallion qualification will match 2026 for SkyMiles members, keeping Silver at 5,000 MQDs and Diamond at 28,000 MQDs.
American Express Platinum cardholders will need Fine Hotels + Resorts stays of at least 2 nights from January 1, 2027 to trigger the $600 lodging credit.
IHG One Rewards began letting targeted members buy points on October 21 with a bonus of up to 100% through November 5, 2026.
Alaska Airlines will start flying Seattle to Osaka 4 times a week from May 14, 2027, and Seattle to Papeete 3 times a week from June 11, 2027.
Cardholders who first activate DashPass from September 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027 get a $10 DoorDash non-restaurant credit every month instead of every quarter.
United MileagePlus members will earn 2027 Premier status on Premier Qualifying Points only, and the Silver through Platinum bars do not move.
MileagePlus members will qualify for 2028 Premier status on 2027 Premier Qualifying Points only, with a 4-flight United minimum still required.
Brilliant by Langham members have until 11 January 2028 to redeem unused award points, which then expire with no grace period.
IHG One Rewards is selling points with a 100% bonus and a 3,500 point gift through October 13, 2026 to members shown a personalized offer after signing in.
Hilton Honors members get a 120 percent bonus on point purchases of 5,000 or more from October 7 through November 21, 2026.
Some First Class Miles & More awards to the United States now cost up to 71% more in fuel surcharges after the latest Lufthansa increase.
Chase Aeroplan cardholders can now redeem Pay Yourself Back at 2 cents per point against the $195 annual fee, up from 1.25 cents.
IHG One Rewards members who see a personalized offer can buy up to 300,000 points at 0.5 U.S. cents each with a 100% bonus through October 5, 2026.
Holders of Chase's IHG Premier Select and Premier cards cannot use the new food and beverage credits unless they are checked in to an eligible stay.
A 100,000-point Hyatt stay will cost 134,000 Bilt points after January 1, 2027, a 34% increase that applies to every card and every member.
Some WestJet Rewards members get a 60% bonus when they buy points through October 9, 2026, while others are offered a 40% discount.
Turkish Airlines now charges Miles&Smiles members 25,000 extra miles to upgrade EcoFly tickets to business on Far East and North America routes.
The 1:1 Ultimate Rewards transfer to World of Hyatt ends October 1, 2026 for Sapphire Preferred and Ink Business Preferred, while Sapphire Reserve stays at 1:1.
Members who see the personalized IHG One Rewards offer can buy up to 300,000 points at 0.5 U.S. cents each through October 5.
All Marriott Bonvoy members can buy up to 200,000 points with a personalized bonus of at least 40% through September 9, 2026.
Members without elite status pay 20% to 25% more miles for Flying Blue awards after the September 8, 2026 change to Light, Standard or Flex tickets.
Non elite Flying Blue members who need a bag or a changeable ticket will pay 20% to 25% more miles for Standard awards from September 8, 2026.
Flying Blue members who are not elite lose lounge access and cannot change or cancel the cheapest newly issued Air France and KLM awards from 8 September.
From September 8, 2026, Flying Blue will offer its cheapest Air France and KLM awards only as Light tickets that generally cannot be changed or refunded.
Returning visitors from 31 extra unnamed nationalities could use automated immigration at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi by the end of August 2026.
Choice Privileges has raised award prices at more of its 101 Japan hotels, and two Comfort hotels now cost 25,000 points a night, up from 15,000.
Hilton Honors members can buy 300,000 points and receive 600,000 points at 0.5 U.S. cents each through September 25, 2026.
Marriott Bonvoy is offering a 40% or higher bonus on points purchases with an increased limit of 200,000 points through June 23, 2026
Through July 31, 2026, RBC Avion cardholders redeeming points for RBC Direct Investing contributions get a 1 cent per point value (up from 0.83 cents), requiring 10,000 points for a $100 contribution
Cathay Pacific is increasing fuel surcharges on all routes effective August 1, 2026, citing rising jet fuel prices. Long-haul surcharges rise 41% to HK$1,362 per sector
Cathay Pacific is reconfiguring its Airbus A321neo fleet to remove seven seats for increased comfort, including better economy pitch and spacious lavatories, with completion expected by end of 2026
United Airlines is terminating senior flight attendants who are selling their lucrative trips to junior colleagues for cash, a practice known as trip trading. The union AFA-CWA reports a significant increase in these terminations and is pushing back on the cases
Alaska Airlines will replace Hawaiian's aging Boeing 717 fleet with Boeing 737-800s for inter-island flights starting in 2028, offering more seats and premium amenities
The World of Hyatt Business Card welcome bonus has increased to 70,000 points after spending $7,000 in the first 3 months, featuring a lower spend threshold than the previous offer
Delta Air Lines will launch nonstop LAX-MNL service starting March 27, 2027, operating 3x weekly on an A350-900 before switching to daily service in June 2027
United Airlines reports that a new FAA approach could increase landing rates at SFO within 2-3 weeks, offering relief from a 60% surge in delays caused by runway construction and side-by-side landing bans
Choice Privileges has raised point costs for additional hotels in Japan, following an earlier increase in early June. Rates now range from 10,000 to 30,000 points per night for affected properties
Allegiant Air flights are now bookable on Expedia under an exclusive one-year distribution agreement. While fares are visible, extras like bags and seats must be purchased directly on Allegiant's site
American AAdvantage is offering up to 50% off purchased miles from July 15 to July 22, 2026. The tiered bonus structure allows members to buy up to 500,000 miles (increased from the standard 300,000 cap) during the promotion
Brazilian carrier Gol has launched its first flights to New York JFK from Rio de Janeiro and announced upcoming long-haul routes to Lisbon and Orlando with specific start dates in 2026
Choice Privileges is offering a buy points flash sale with up to 45% off, bringing the cost to roughly 0.57 cents per point. The promotion runs through July 20, 2026, with a 6,000-point minimum purchase
Delta executives revealed that its new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners, arriving in 2031, will feature over 50% premium seating, a significant increase from the 30% on current 767s
The DHS is launching 'ICE Air,' a government-owned but contractor-operated deportation fleet, with a target launch by July 2027. The initial fleet includes six Boeing 737-700s and two Gulfstream G650ERs
Etihad Airways has increased cash upgrade fees to The Residence on its A380 fleet by 50-100% across key routes like London and Paris
Delta CEO Ed Bastian told investors that structural fare increases are sustainable even if fuel prices drop, citing strong Q2 2026 revenue growth driven by premium and economy segments
Accor is raising prices for ALL Signature subscriptions effective August 10, 2026. The update applies automatically to renewals, with specific new monthly rates listed for Essential, Discover, and Explorer tiers
The EU has pushed the launch of its ETIAS travel authorization system from the fourth quarter of 2026 to 2027, citing technical issues with the parallel EES biometric entry system
American Airlines has raised the AAdvantage mile cost for First Class awards from the US to Asia 1 and 2, with business class pricing also showing volatility
Delta is adding new nonstop leisure service to Fort Myers and Glacier Park from its Austin focus city, alongside a 85% increase in departures over three years and a new terminal Sky Club
Marriott Bonvoy has increased award costs across many properties, with highest-tier rates up ~13% year-over-year. Luxury brands like St. Regis and Ritz-Carlton saw the largest hikes
Marriott Bonvoy has quietly increased award night costs by an average of 5-10% across its network, marking a mild but widespread devaluation of points
Air France has opened its new lounge at London Heathrow Terminal 4 as of July 7, 2026. The 750 sqm facility features a Clarins spa, a dedicated La Premiere section, and access for SkyTeam Elite Plus members
Tokyo will implement a 3% accommodation tax on hotel rates exceeding 13,000 Yen starting April 1, 2027, replacing the previous flat fee. Award stays will be exempt from the tax
Wyndham launches a new $395 premium card and refreshes its lineup, while Hyatt adds a new 45,000-point top tier to its award chart effective September 15. Chase also reduces its Pay Yourself Back bonus on Sapphire Reserve from 25% to 20%
Accor raises the price of its ALL Signature subscription to 9,120 BRL (~€1,531) for new sign-ups effective July 1 and renewals from August 1. Early sign-ups retain preferential rates
Chase has updated its Pay Yourself Back categories for Q3, removing grocery and pet stores from the 1.25 cents per point tier and capping public transit and gas at 1.2 cents per point for Sapphire Reserve holders
United Airlines is overhauling its co-branded credit card portfolio, adding new perks and increasing annual fees, effective March 16, 2026
American Express is surveying cardholders on potential revamps to the Hilton Business Card, including a fee increase to $195–$395 and new benefits like a $150 business services credit and Gold status
SAS announced its largest-ever investment, ordering up to 40 Airbus wide-body aircraft: 18 firm A330-900neos and to acquire 12 used A330-300s, signaling major long-haul fleet growth centered on Copenhagen
Thai Airways is reviewing crew regulations and tightening security controls after a flight attendant was arrested for smuggling heroin in Melbourne, potentially leading to stricter screening for crew and passengers
Chase Sapphire Preferred welcome offer increased to 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 in first 3 months. Sapphire Reserve also offers 100k points after $6,000 spend
Chase Sapphire Preferred increases earning rate on eligible Airbnb bookings to 3 points per dollar, effective June 15, 2026, up from 2x
IHG and Revolut launch two UK debit cards (Essential, Elite) on June 30, 2026, offering IHG One Rewards status and points. A launch offer runs until August 25, 2026
Delta CEO Ed Bastian told Fox Business that high airfares are driven by ATC congestion limiting supply, and that fares will fall once the skies are opened up
Wyndham Rewards will expand its fixed award chart from three to four tiers effective Sept. 15, 2026, introducing a new 5,000-point bottom tier and a 45,000-point top tier for elevated properties
United Airlines is launching new fare buckets for its Polaris and Premium Plus cabins that come with fewer benefits than the previous versions
Wyndham Rewards is expanding its award chart from three to four tiers. The cheapest tier drops to 5,000 points, while the top tier rises to 45,000 points, effective September 30, 2026
Chase is offering new applicants 100,000 Ultimate Rewards points on the Sapphire Preferred card after spending $5,000 in the first three months, marking the highest bonus seen since 2021
American Airlines is retrofitting its A319 and A320 fleets, increasing first class seats from 8 to 12 on A319s and 12 to 16 on A320s while tightening economy cabins
Marriott Bonvoy points purchase promo ends June 23, 2026, offering 35%+ bonus at 0.89 cents/point and increasing the annual limit to 150,000 points
Chase is lowering the transfer ratio from Chase Ultimate Rewards to World of Hyatt from 1:1 to 4:3 for Chase Sapphire Preferred Card holders. Existing cardholders see the change on Oct 1, while new applicants since June 15 are already affected
Chase Sapphire Preferred's welcome bonus has increased to 100,000 points for new cardholders who spend $5,000 in the first three months, a rare 25,000-point jump from the standard offer
IHG One Rewards is offering a 100% bonus on purchased points through July 16, 2026, lowering the cost to 0.5 cents per point for purchases of at least 5,000 points
Porter Airlines has nearly tripled in size over three years, adding US routes to Austin and Nashville and opening a new base at Montreal's MET airport
JetBlue is operating its largest-ever Mint schedule from Fort Lauderdale (FLL), expanding access to its premium business-class product from this key hub
Chase is refreshing the Sapphire Preferred in June 2026, doubling the annual hotel credit to $100, adding emergency evacuation coverage, and including a Global Entry/TSA PreCheck credit
Hilton Reykjavik Nordica will leave the Hilton Honors portfolio on September 1, 2026, causing Hilton to refund points for existing award stays and potentially increasing costs for rebooking at sister properties
ALL Accor+ will raise prices for its Signature subscription product starting July 1, 2026. Existing subscribers will receive a discount based on tenure rather than paying the full new rate
Effective June 2026, both the Chase Sapphire Reserve and Sapphire Reserve for Business earn 8 points per dollar on rental cars booked through Chase Travel, up from the standard travel rate
Marriott Bonvoy has partnered with Palisociety, adding over 20 boutique hotels from brands like Palihouse and Arrive to its Design Hotels portfolio for points redemption
Japan Airlines CEO Mitsuko Tottori and other executives are taking pay cuts following another crew alcohol violation, marking the third time in a year executives have been penalized for similar incidents
Citi is offering a 50% transfer bonus for ThankYou Points to ALL Accor from June 14 through July 18, 2026. Premium cards transfer at 1,000 TYP = 750 ALL Accor points; other eligible cards at 1,000 TYP = 525 ALL Accor points.
Chase is lowering the transfer ratio from Chase Sapphire Preferred to World of Hyatt from 1:1 to 4:3. The change takes effect June 15 for new cardholders and Oct. 1 for existing ones
Chase has launched new best-ever welcome offers for the Ink Business Cash and Ink Unlimited credit cards, updating the sign-up bonus terms for these popular business cards
Hilton Honors is offering a 100% bonus on point purchases through July 24, 2026, with the purchase limit raised to 240,000 points per calendar year
Chase is reducing the Sapphire Preferred's transfer ratio to World of Hyatt, effective at the end of September 2026, devaluing the card for Hyatt redemptions
World of Hyatt is devaluing its award chart with costs up to 67% higher for top properties. Additionally, the Chase Ultimate Rewards to Hyatt transfer ratio is dropping from 1:1 to 4:3 for most cards
