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Best Western Rewards members who book by 15 September 2026 can take 40% off prepaid stays at 41 Asia-Pacific hotels through 31 March 2027.
American Airlines has put tickets on sale for new summer 2027 international routes, with Philadelphia to Reykjavik returning for the first time since 2019.
Japan Airlines bought an undisclosed stake in Hanjin KAL, Korean Air's parent, which is its first investment in a foreign airline.
Members who keep auto-renewal on by 30 September 2026 retain the current ALL Accor+ Explorer rate for one more year as fees rise worldwide on 1 October 2026.
Alaska Airlines now credits Atmos Rewards miles for Jetstar flights booked on alaskaair.com, but those miles cannot be redeemed on the carrier.
United will fly 13 new routes in 2027, with the first flights as early as March 27, including 10 cities it does not currently serve.
IHG signed a conversion deal for 14 Kyoto hotels with 1,063 rooms, and 12 will become Garner properties over the next 12 months.
GCP Hospitality will rebrand 14 Kyoto hotels totaling 1,063 rooms into IHG brands over the next 12 months, and 12 of those will become Garner.
Points travellers overnighting in Tokyo can encounter hotel earthquake alarms at 2 AM, with elevators working again about 20 minutes later.
ANA members have nothing to register or book after the 18 August 2026 memorandum with Riyadh Air, which is not a live commercial deal.
Accor Live Limitless is attaching a $30 dining voucher to Accor+ Explorer memberships purchased and activated from August 17 through September 7, 2026.
Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection now include more than 3,400 hotels across 116 countries after American Express added 351 properties.
Members of 50 frequent flyer programs can buy a Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles match from $129 on Statusmatch.com.
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.
Oman is introducing a free 14-day visa for nationals of more than 100 countries to boost tourism. Eligible travelers need a confirmed hotel, insurance, and sufficient funds
Effective September 1, 2026, ANA and JAL will standardize domestic checked baggage drop-off cut-off times at Tokyo Haneda Airport to 30 minutes before departure, up from ANA's previous 20-minute strict limit
Turkish Airlines is offering 20% off economy return fares for travel between September 1 and November 30, 2026. Passengers must use promo code TIME2FLY when booking between July 27 and August 3
American Express and ALL Accor announced a global partnership rolling out in 2026 across 12 countries, offering Amex Platinum members ALL Accor Gold status and a new Membership Rewards points transfer option
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
Marriott Bonvoy and Japan Airlines Mileage Bank have launched a new preferred partnership featuring reciprocal status match and challenge opportunities for elite members of both programs
Air France-KLM's Flying Blue has updated its paid status match to include members in India and added Air India as an eligible airline for matching
Accor is running a refer-a-friend promotion for ALL Accor+ Explorer memberships through August 28, 2026. Both referrer and referee receive a local F&B voucher, with values varying by country (e.g., AUD 50 in Australia, SGD 40 in Singapore)
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
Accor Plus membership (ALL Accor+ Explorer) launches in Japan on July 1, 2026, priced at 38,000 yen. Members receive Gold status, dining discounts, and 2,000 bonus ALL points if signing up by June 30
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
Choice Privileges has raised award night prices at several Japanese hotels by up to 200%, with Tokyo and Osaka properties seeing the steepest hikes from 8,000 to 20,000+ points
Philippine Airlines accepted an invitation to join the oneworld alliance, becoming its 16th member. Full integration is expected in 2027, allowing Mabuhay Miles members to earn/redeem across the alliance and access oneworld Priority lounges
Accor+ subscribers can access 40-50% discounts on 'Red Hot Rooms' across Asia-Pacific and the UAE for June 2026, with specific booking deadlines varying by property
Atmos Rewards launched its inaugural 'Members Day' on June 3, offering discounted award flights to destinations like Mexico City and Paris. The promotion runs through June 6 for travel between September and November 2026
Lufthansa is restoring free cancellation for Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Class Flex fares (including Miles&More awards) effective June 3, 2026, while First Class Flex retains an 800 EUR fee. Lower fare categories see fee reductions by June 10
Japan Airlines has banned all cabin crew from consuming alcohol during work trips, expanding the previous 12-hour pre-flight rule, following incidents of crew failing breath tests
JR West's famous Hello Kitty Shinkansen train has been decommissioned following its final ride on May 17, 2026, ending an eight-year run of the themed service
Guide on tipping hotel concierges, covering cultural norms, expected amounts ($5-10 per service or $20/day for luxury stays), and regional variations like Japan
United Airlines is launching seasonal nonstop service from San Francisco to Sapporo starting December 11 and adding daily year-round service from Chicago O'Hare to Tokyo-Narita beginning October 24
United Airlines will launch a 3x weekly seasonal flight between San Francisco (SFO) and Sapporo (CTS) from December 17, 2026, through March 26, 2027, operating on a Boeing 787-9
IHG is offering up to 20% off public rates and an additional 10% for IHG One Rewards members on stays in Asia-Pacific. Bookings must be made by June 9, 2026, for travel between May 19 and December 20, 2026
Air France and KLM are charging 300-500 EUR to refund Flex fares on specific long-haul routes starting April 21, 2026. La Première remains free to cancel
IHG One Rewards and ANA Mileage Club announced a partnership launching after October 2026. Benefits include status matching for ANA elites, two-way point transfers, and double-dip earning on select ANA flights to Japan
Didi Japan members can match their status to Hilton Honors and earn fast-track elite nights through April 30, 2026. Gold Didi members get Hilton Silver and a fast track to Gold; Platinum members get Hilton Gold and a fast track to Diamond
