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Air France – KLM Group appears to be struggling with its service resumption to Dubai, and KLM has already canceled all flights until March 27, 2027, which is the start of the IATA Summer Season
Qatar Airways and WestJet, based in Calgary, have started to codeshare each other’s flights
Emirates Skywards is offering 100% bonus miles on eligible Emirates and Flydubai flights for travel September 15–November 30, 2026. Members must register and complete ticketing by September 30, 2026 (Dubai time)
Lufthansa Group will restore Dubai service from late October 2026 after suspending UAE flights in March. Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, and Eurowings return on staggered dates through December; ITA Airways is not included
As of July 30, 2026, American Airlines has enabled AAdvantage members to book award flights on Oman Air directly via aa.com, with rates starting at 40,000 miles to Southeast Asia
Ascott Star Rewards and Cathay Pacific launched a partnership allowing Asia Miles members to earn 500 miles per stay with a $800 minimum spend, effective June 15, 2026
Hilton bundles multiple promotions for August 2026, including a 2,000-4,000 point per-stay bonus (ends Aug 15), double points in Middle East+ (ends Dec 30), and partner bonuses with Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines
Accor offers up to 7,500 ALL bonus points per stay in Africa, Europe, Middle East, and Asia. Book by July 31 for stays through September 13, 2026
Marriott offers 20% off Escapes for stays Aug 7–23, 2026, in select Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Africa locations. Book by Sunday; non-members get 15% off
Air Canada is introducing 'Business Class Basic' and 'Premium Economy Basic' fares in key markets. These fares earn 1x Aeroplan points per dollar, accumulate 4x SQC, and restrict eUpgrade usage
IHG is offering a 15% discount on its Best Flexible Rate for Visa MEA cardholders. Bookings must be made by September 30, 2026, for stays through October 7, 2026
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
Beond Airlines will shift its Malé to Europe flights from Dubai to Saudi Arabia's Red Sea International airport starting in December 2026, leveraging pick-up and drop-off rights
Accor and H World announced deeper cooperation, making H World hotels in Europe and the Middle East available via Accor’s platforms for booking and earning ALL points
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
Dusit Gold members get the second (or third) night free at participating hotels for stays through October 31, 2026. Booking deadline is July 27, 2026
Qatar Airways is offering up to 12,000 bonus Avios for flights between Doha and Australia. Book by July 29, 2026, for travel until March 31, 2027
Etihad Airways signed an MoU with Abra Group to add Avianca as an Etihad Guest partner and expand cooperation with GOL, including potential loyalty reciprocity and codeshare, launching late 2026
President Trump has announced the lifting of a 41-year ban on US airlines flying to Lebanon, reversing a policy in place since 1985. While the FAA is ready to implement, actual service launch remains uncertain due to safety and demand factors
Effective July 21, 2026, Aeroplan members can redeem points for Emirates Premium Economy. Additionally, Emirates First Class awards are now limited to Aeroplan 35K status holders
ALL Accor members earn 1,000 bonus points for eligible Mövenpick stays in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific from July 13 to October 13, 2026, capped at 3 million total points
Marriott Bonvoy is offering 20% off Escapes for stays between July 24 and August 9, 2026, in select regions excluding Greater China. Non-members receive 15% off
Etihad Airways and Fastjet Zimbabwe have signed an MoU for a codeshare and Etihad Guest loyalty partnership, allowing members to earn and redeem miles on Fastjet flights starting August 24, 2026
Etihad Airways has increased cash upgrade fees to The Residence on its A380 fleet by 50-100% across key routes like London and Paris
IHG offers a 36-hour stay rate (9 AM check-in to 9 PM checkout) for one night, including double breakfast and lounge access, valid until September 6, 2026 in select ME/Africa/India/South Asia markets
Qatar Airways Holidays stopover packages are operated by TUI, not the airline directly. Bookings made via the Qatar Airways website may face restrictive third-party change policies and limited airline support
Italy air transport sector strike on July 5, 2026, with protected flights between 7-10 AM and 6-9 PM, plus most long-haul services. EC 261 duty to care applies
Accor and H World Group announced an expanded partnership effective June 29, 2026, allowing reciprocal booking, earning, and status recognition between ALL and H Rewards members across China, Europe, and the Middle East
GHA Discovery is running a promotion from July 1 to August 31, 2026, offering double Discovery Dollars on eligible stays in Asia, Oceania, and Africa. Members must register before their stay and book direct
ALL Accor members earn 1,000–5,000 bonus points per stay (2+ or 5+ nights) in A/E/ME/Asia through Sept 13, 2026. Accor+ subscribers earn 1,500–7,500. Registration required by July 31
Minor Hotels offers a 3rd night free stay at participating properties in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Book by July 31, 2026, using code CMBCKP0626 for stays until December 31, 2026
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
A reader successfully claimed EU261 compensation from Eurowings after their Dubai-Berlin flight was cancelled due to the Israel-Iran conflict, covering hotels, transfers, and alternative flights via Oman Air
Visa Infinite cardholders in select Asia Pacific countries can receive a 6-month free preview of Accor+ Explorer membership, valid from June 5, 2026, through September 30, 2027
MyMillennium members earn 15,000 bonus points for 2-night stays or 30,000 for 4+ night stays at participating hotels. Bookings must be made by June 23, 2026, for stays completed by December 31, 2026
Lufthansa Group pushes its Dubai restart to October 24, 2026, while confirming Tel Aviv service begins in June-July across Austrian, Lufthansa, and SWISS, with Eurowings adding Hamburg and Düsseldorf
IHG One Rewards members can save 25-30% off Best Flexible Rates at select properties worldwide. Bookings must be made by June 28 for stays between June 26 and August 9, 2026
Emirates offers a free 1-night stay (Premium Economy/Economy) or 2-night stay (Business/First) at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai for eligible return flights traveling June 25–Sept 30, 2026
Qatar Airways is building two lounge spaces in Frankfurt's new Terminal 3 non-Schengen area, likely serving as the primary oneworld lounge given the lack of a dedicated alliance lounge
Hilton Honors members who are also Aura members can earn double points and save 20% plus get breakfast for stays in the Middle East and Egypt. Bookings must be made by September 3, 2026, for travel through December 30, 2026
Marriott Bonvoy is running a flash sale offering 25% off app bookings and 20% off website bookings for stays June 22–July 12, 2026. Book by June 21 for limited availability
Beond Airlines, a premium leisure carrier based in Dubai, is two months behind on staff salaries and has asked employees to continue working without pay while awaiting funding. The airline recently suspended regular commercial operations through the fall
This week's digest covers major Chase Sapphire Preferred changes, the October opening of St. Regis London, Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3 opening, and various airline route and status updates including Delta, United, and American Airlines
Emirates is offering insurance to cover rebooking or repatriation if flights are grounded due to the ongoing Iran War, aiming to boost transit traffic which remains down 60% despite the airline's return to profitability
Etihad Airways and Condor have signed a new frequent flyer agreement allowing Etihad Guest members to redeem miles across Condor's entire network. The deal coincides with Condor launching new Bangkok service via Abu Dhabi
Qatar Airways will begin daily Airbus A350-900 service from Philadelphia (PHL) to Doha (DOH) on August 1, 2026, replacing American Airlines on the route
New members joining Accor+ Explorer between June 10 and June 30, 2026, receive 2,000 bonus ALL Reward points. The paid subscription offers elite status and free nights at Accor properties
Qatar Airways will resume daily Doha-Philadelphia service on August 1, 2026, using Airbus A350-900 aircraft, taking over the route from American Airlines
GHA Discovery has added STORY Hotels & Resorts and Minor Hotels' Colbert Collection to its portfolio, effective late May and early June respectively, expanding the program's independent luxury footprint
ALL Accor+ Explorer membership pricing has increased from $229 to $249 in USD. Prices vary by country, ranging from $200 in Indonesia to $249 in the US and UAE
Riyadh Air opens ticket sales for five new destinations (Cairo, Dubai, Jeddah, Madrid, Manchester) and accelerates its London launch to June 10, 2026, following the arrival of its first three Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners
A roundup of current hotel loyalty promotions across five major chains, including IHG's double points and elite night offers, Hilton's summer bonus and Avios partnership, Best Western's global 1,000-point-per-night promo, Choice's 8,000-point offer, and Wyndham's…
Philippine Airlines accepted an invitation to join the oneworld alliance, becoming its 16th member. Full integration is expected in 2027, allowing Mabuhay Miles members to earn/redeem across the alliance and access oneworld Priority lounges
LoyaltyLobby compiles current bonus points and rate offers across six major hotel programs for June 2026, including Best Western's 1,000 points/night, Choice's 8,000 points for two stays, and GHA's double D$ on select brands
American Airlines is reportedly considering launching flights to Manila, Philippines, potentially replacing canceled Doha service, as Philippine Airlines joins oneworld in 2027
Marriott Bonvoy members earn 1,000 to 10,000 bonus points per 2+ night stay at EMEA hotels when booking code S2449 is used. Offer runs June 15 through September 7, 2026
Effective June 6, 2026, the UAE will deny entry to travelers who have been in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within the past 21 days due to Ebola measures
GHA Discovery members earn double DISCOVERY Dollars on eligible stays at select Minor Hotels properties. Registration and stays must be completed by August 31, 2026
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
IHG is offering 10,000 bonus points to members who complete their after-stay survey, with some members receiving up to 20,000. Registration is required to claim the bonus
Marriott offers 20% off Escapes for stays June 12–28, 2026, in select Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Africa locations. Bonvoy members get 20%, non-members 15%. Must book by Sunday
ALL Accor+ Explorer dining benefits at several Seoul, Dubai, and Singapore properties have been adjusted, with discounts dropping from 20% to 15% effective late May 2026
Qatar Airways is offering a 30% bonus Avios on transfers from select hotel and financial partners. The promotion runs from June 1 through June 30, 2026
Qantas and Philippine Airlines have launched a partnership allowing Qantas Frequent Flyers to earn and redeem Classic Reward miles on PAL flights, including 15 new island destinations
A national general strike by air traffic controllers in Italy on Friday, May 29, 2026, will disrupt most flights. Only flights departing between 7–10 AM and 6–9 PM, plus select intercontinental routes, are protected
IHG One Rewards members get every 3rd night free in Premium Rooms and Suites at participating hotels in Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Book by September 15, 2026, for stays through September 30, 2026
Thai Airways is cutting fuel surcharges by up to 30% on international award tickets issued and flown between May 25 and July 31, 2026. The reduction applies universally across partner programs like ANA and Lufthansa, not just Royal Orchid Plus
Etihad Guest and Bangkok Airways FlyerBonus have launched a partnership enabling members to redeem miles for award travel across both airlines' networks
Best Western Rewards members earn 5,000 bonus points for every two qualified nights (up to 20,000 total) on stays through September 7, 2026. Registration is required, and bookings must be made by May 10
Effective May 20, 2026, Emirates Skywards increases miles required for First, Business, and Premium Economy awards by 15%. It also introduces one-way Business Saver Classic Rewards at 50% of the return fare price
Accor's paid ALL Accor+ Explorer membership is expanding to the UAE, allowing members to use Stay Plus free nights and access dining discounts in the region
Qatar Airways has enabled Privilege Club members to redeem Avios for flights on Philippine Airlines worldwide, with business class pricing ranging from 18,000 to 154,500 Avios one-way
IHG One Rewards members can choose between earning 2,000 bonus points every 2 nights or 8,000 bonus points every 4 nights on paid stays from May 20 through August 31, 2026. Registration is required
Accor offers 25% off stays (20% + 5% for members) in APAC, MEA, and the US. Booking deadlines are June 29 for Pacific and July 31 for other regions; stays valid through September 30, 2026
Israel's Ministry of Transportation has proposed that Emirates launch seventh freedom flights from Tel Aviv to New York (JFK) and Bangkok (BKK), allowing transport between those cities without connecting in Dubai
Fairmont is offering 20% to 30% off stays at select properties worldwide. Bookings must be made by September 15, 2026, for travel between May 18 and December 30, 2026
Emirates flight EK213 from Dubai to Miami declared a fuel emergency after two go-arounds due to weather and ATC delays, landing on its third attempt with a 'mayday' call
Qatar Airways has updated its travel schedule through September 16, 2026, confirming restart dates for Helsinki and Tokyo Haneda (July 15), Bogota (July 22), and Caracas (July 26)
Hyatt's Miraval brand has opened its first international property, Miraval the Red Sea, on Shura Island, Saudi Arabia, as of May 15, 2026
Accor ALL members can earn 3X or 4X points on stays at Ennismore hotels by booking the ESCAPE DAYS rate. Registration and booking deadlines vary by region
IHG offers double points and nights through August; Hilton provides up to 15,000 bonus points and buy-points sales; GHA features multiple cash bonuses and status matches
Lufthansa Group has pushed its Dubai restart to September 13, 2026. Austrian Airlines resumes Tel Aviv service June 1, while Lufthansa, SWISS, and ITA Airways target July 1. Most other Middle Eastern routes resume late October
Roundup of limited-time hotel loyalty promotions for May 2026. Best Western offers 1,000 bonus points/night globally. GHA has multiple D$ bonuses and status matches. Other programs include Choice, Hyatt, Radisson, and Wyndham offers
RBC is offering a 30% transfer bonus on RBC Avion points to British Airways Avios, valid from May 11 through June 19, 2026. The effective transfer rate is 1:1.3 with a minimum transfer of 10,000 points
Qatar Airways launches a new route to Bogota and Caracas starting July 22, 2026, operating twice weekly on Boeing 777-200LR to manage payload constraints
Etihad is offering up to 30% off base economy and business fares for travel through October 2026. Bookings must be made by May 14, 2026
GHA Discovery offers a paid status match to Titanium ($150) or Platinum ($100) via statusmatch.com, valid through Dec 31, 2027. Applications close April 6, 2026, with $50-75 in Discovery Dollars included
An air traffic controller strike in Italy on April 10, 2026, from 1 PM to 5 PM will impact Rome and Milan airports and airspace. Approximately 27% of flights are canceled; EC 261 cash compensation does not apply, but duty of care is required
Marriott offers 20% off Escapes for stays April 17–May 3, 2026, in select Americas, Europe, ME, and Africa locations. Book by Sunday; prepaid, non-refundable
Chase Ultimate Rewards is offering a 20% bonus when transferring points to Flying Blue (Air France/KLM) through May 27, 2026. Transfers are typically instant and one-way
Emirates announced a record $6.6 billion profit for FY2025-26, surpassing Delta to become the world's most profitable airline, despite recent military disruptions in the Gulf
Hilton is offering 15% off (20% for Honors members) on weekend stays in Europe and Africa. Bookings must be made by September 3, 2026, for stays completed by September 7, 2026
IHG One Rewards members can get up to 35% off flexible rates in select Middle East, India, and Africa hotels. Bookings must be made by June 24, 2026, for stays through August 31, 2026
IHG One Rewards is offering 3,000 bonus points to new members who complete their first qualifying stay (min. $30/night) within 21 days of enrollment. The offer runs from April 1 to December 31, 2026
Etihad Guest has extended its Fast Track status offer. Book a return flight from Saudi Arabia to Abu Dhabi by May 7, 2026, to earn Silver (Economy) or Gold (Business) status for 12 months
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
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
Etihad offers a status match for travelers flying from Asia and the Middle East via Abu Dhabi. Book a return economy ticket by April 30 to earn Silver status; book business to earn Gold. Travel must occur between April 16 and July 15, 2026
Accor's ALL program has updated its financial partners, adding American Express Membership Rewards for Australia and New Zealand while ending partnerships with Standard Chartered in Brunei and the UAE
