37 signals tagged United States.
IHG is offering a 12% discount on the cash portion of Points & Cash bookings for stays through June 1, 2026. Members must book by May 18, 2026, to qualify for this limited-time offer
Spans 2 hotel programs (Accor Live Limitless, IHG One Rewards).
American Airlines' AAdvantage Business program is offering 10,000 bonus miles to new members who register with code BNS10K through December 31, 2026. No spending is required to earn the miles, but redemption requires qualifying activity
Affects American Airlines loyalty members and route planners. Relevant for World of Hyatt elites and award redeemers. Card-issuer angle via Citi.
Spirit Airlines has ceased operations, resulting in widespread flight cancellations
Affects 7 airline programs (Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines...). Relevant for Accor Live Limitless elites and award redeemers.
JetBlue is launching 11 new routes from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) starting in July, October, and November to replace capacity lost by Spirit Airlines' closure
Affects 4 airline programs (American Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest...). New route or product — useful for award booking and positioning flights.
Following Spirit Airlines' immediate cessation of operations, American, Delta, United, Southwest, and Frontier have announced rescue fare programs for stranded passengers. Delta and Frontier have capped discounted fares valid for five days, while American and Southwest have…
Affects 4 airline programs (American Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest...).
Spirit Airlines has shut down all service immediately after running out of cash, following failed bailout talks and an 80% surge in jet fuel costs. The budget carrier, which filed for bankruptcy twice since late 2024, is now liquidating
Affects 5 airline programs (American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue...). Relevant for Accor Live Limitless elites and award redeemers.
Best Western Rewards members can earn 1,000 bonus points per qualified night for stays in the US, Canada, and Caribbean from May 11 to September 7, 2026. Registration is required prior to the stay
Spans 2 hotel programs (Best Western, Best Western Rewards).
Chase is offering a 20% transfer bonus on points moved from Chase Ultimate Rewards to Air France/KLM Flying Blue, starting May 1, 2026
Affects 12 airline programs (Air France, Air France-KLM, Alaska Airlines...). Spans 5 hotel programs (Accor Live Limitless, IHG One Rewards, Marriott Bonvoy...). Card-issuer angle via American Express, Capital One, Chase.
Air Canada Aeroplan is updating its award pricing effective June 1, 2026. The changes include point increases for many partner and dynamic pricing routes, particularly in business and first class, though some short-haul and transatlantic economy fares see decreases
Affects 11 airline programs (Air Canada, American Airlines, British Airways...). Spans 3 hotel programs (Accor Live Limitless, Marriott Bonvoy, World of Hyatt). Card-issuer angle via American Express, Capital One, Chase. Likely a devaluation — book before any cutoff if applicable.
Capital One is offering a 20% bonus on transfers to Qantas Frequent Flyer for US customers. The promotion runs from May 1 to May 31, 2026, yielding 1,200 Qantas points per 1,000 Capital One miles
Affects 10 airline programs (Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines...). Spans 5 hotel programs (Accor Live Limitless, Choice Privileges, Hilton Honors...). Card-issuer angle via American Express, Capital One, Citi. Time-limited transfer bonus — confirm rate and end date before transferring.
SWISS is phasing out its in-flight duty-free trolley sales, effective September 30, 2026, moving the offering to the Miles & More Worldshop online
Affects 3 airline programs (Air France-KLM, Lufthansa, SWISS).
Air France KLM's Flying Blue program has launched its May 2026 Promo Rewards, offering 25% off standard award prices on select routes. Bookings must be made in May 2026 for travel through October 31, 2026
Affects 6 airline programs (Air France, Air France-KLM, British Airways...). Spans 2 hotel programs (Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy). Card-issuer angle via American Express, Bilt, Capital One.
Marriott Bonvoy Homes & Villas offers 40,000 bonus points for stays booked between April 27 and May 13, 2026, for travel through January 3, 2027. The offer requires a 2-night minimum and $2,000 spend
Spans 2 hotel programs (Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott Bonvoy Homes & Villas).
American Express is offering a 20% transfer bonus to Hilton Honors, resulting in 2.4 Hilton points for every 1 Membership Rewards point transferred
Affects 7 airline programs (ANA, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines...). Spans 4 hotel programs (Hilton, Hilton Honors, IHG One Rewards...). Card-issuer angle via American Express, Capital One, Chase. Time-limited transfer bonus — confirm rate and end date before transferring.
Air France-KLM's Flying Blue has expanded its paid status match program to include residents of Singapore and Thailand, allowing them to match elite status from Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways
Affects 7 airline programs (Air France, Air France-KLM, Delta Air Lines...). Card-issuer angle via Chase.
JetBlue is offering up to a 125% bonus on TrueBlue points purchases through June 10, 2026, allowing members to acquire points at a reduced effective cost
Affects 10 airline programs (ANA, Air France-KLM, American Airlines...). Spans 2 hotel programs (Accor Live Limitless, World of Hyatt). Card-issuer angle via American Express, Citi. New route or product — useful for award booking and positioning flights.
United has introduced Polaris business class branding on select nonstop domestic flights, including transcontinental and Hawaii routes. This change grants eligible passengers access to United Polaris Lounges
Affects 3 airline programs (American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines).
Cabo Verde Airlines resumes US service with a new route from Praia to Sal to Providence (PVD), launching May 4, 2026, increasing to twice weekly in June
Affects 2 airline programs (Cabo Verde Airlines, TACV).
Velocity members earn double miles on United-operated flights between Australia and US hubs (LAX, SFO, IAH). Offer must be activated and booked by May 12, 2026 for travel June 1–Oct 31, 2026
Affects 3 airline programs (Singapore Airlines, United Airlines, Virgin Australia).
The new U.S. passport will feature a portrait of Donald Trump, marking a significant design change for the primary travel document of U.S. citizens
Alaska Airlines has opened a new exclusive check-in facility at Seattle-Tacoma Airport for Atmos Titanium members and Business Class Suite travelers, featuring private security access and a concierge. Additional lanes are planned for other key hubs and international markets
Affects Alaska Airlines loyalty members and route planners.
As of late April 2026, Atmos Rewards Titanium members and one companion can receive day-of-departure business class upgrades on all global Alaska and Hawaiian flights without using points or certificates
Affects 2 airline programs (Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines).
Lufthansa has introduced a new stopover option for passengers traveling to or from Singapore and the United States, allowing them to extend their layover in Munich for up to seven days. The program is integrated into the booking process on lufthansa.com
Affects 2 airline programs (Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines). New route or product — useful for award booking and positioning flights.
Hilton Honors has rolled out a targeted promotion allowing members to earn up to 15,000 bonus points for completing five stays within six months of registration. Members must register by December 31, 2026
Spans 2 hotel programs (Hilton, Hilton Honors).
Fiji Airways is suspending its nonstop Nadi-Dallas service starting September 7, 2026, due to high fuel costs and changing demand. Impacted passengers will be rerouted to existing US West Coast destinations
Affects 2 airline programs (American Airlines, Fiji Airways).
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has confirmed that he approached American Airlines regarding a potential merger, which American declined to engage in. Kirby stated the combination was aimed at growth and customer experience rather than cost-cutting
Affects 2 airline programs (American Airlines, United Airlines).
Two months into the Iran War, Gulf carriers report stabilized but reduced operations. Qatar, Emirates, and Etihad have extended elite tiers, flexible rebooking policies, and adjusted route schedules through mid-2026
Affects 3 airline programs (Emirates, Etihad, Qatar Airways).
Spirit, Frontier, and Avelo executives met with the Transportation Secretary to propose a $2.5 billion aid package to cover high jet fuel costs, potentially in exchange for government equity stakes
Affects 3 airline programs (Avelo Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines).
Air Canada Aeroplan is adjusting its award chart effective June 1, 2026. Most flight awards will cost 10-20% more, with some increases reaching up to 67%
Affects 6 airline programs (ANA, Air Canada, Air France-KLM...). Spans 2 hotel programs (IHG One Rewards, World of Hyatt).
Wyndham Rewards is offering 15,000 bonus points for a qualifying 5+ night stay at Hawthorn or WaterWalk Extended Stay brands. Members must register by June 30, 2026, and complete their stay by September 30, 2026
Spans 8 hotel programs (Accor Live Limitless, Hawthorn, Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham...).
One Mile at a Time argues that current market conditions, including Spirit's potential government acquisition and JetBlue's financial struggles, create a favorable window for a United-JetBlue merger with minimal regulatory concessions
Affects 4 airline programs (JetBlue, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines...).
Portugal's government is advancing the privatization of TAP Air Portugal, inviting binding offers from Air France-KLM and Lufthansa Group for a 44.9% stake. This move follows stalled efforts and aims to improve profitability through strategic synergies
Affects 5 airline programs (Air France-KLM, IAG, Lufthansa...).
Hawaiian Airlines officially became the newest member of the Oneworld alliance on April 23, 2026, following its ownership by Alaska Airlines. This integration allows seamless miles earning, redemption, and elite benefits across the alliance network
Affects 7 airline programs (Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines...). Card-issuer angle via American Express.
Spirit Airlines is requesting hundreds of millions in emergency funding from the Trump administration to offset jet fuel costs and avoid liquidation, offering government equity in return
Affects 2 airline programs (JetBlue, Spirit Airlines). Relevant for Accor Live Limitless elites and award redeemers. Card-issuer angle via Department of Transportation, Federal Government, Trump Administration.
Alaska Airlines and American Airlines are exploring an expanded partnership that would include revenue sharing and potential entry into American's long-haul joint ventures, including transpacific and transatlantic alliances
Affects 8 airline programs (Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines...).
Citi is offering a 25% transfer bonus when moving points to Leaders Hotels of the World Leaders Club
Affects 6 airline programs (Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines...). Spans 4 hotel programs (Hilton Honors, Leaders Club, Leaders Hotels of the World...). Card-issuer angle via Citi. Time-limited transfer bonus — confirm rate and end date before transferring.
American Airlines has loaded its first resumed flight to Venezuela into its schedule, launching daily service from Miami (MIA) to Caracas (CCS) on April 30, 2026, operated by Envoy Air
Affects 2 airline programs (American Airlines, Envoy Air).
