The Cathay Group has chosen to evolve and update its frequent flyer programme. Time to dig in a little. The new changes go into full effect from 1st January 2027, with them tapering in from 1st January 2026 as a transition period begins : Major changes include Status Points will no longer reset to zero after achieving an upgrade, allowing members to attain … [Read more...]
Cathy Group and Uber now allows earning on Asia Miles
For those who are travelling in Hong Kong and use the Cathay Group Asia Miles scheme, there's good news, as you can earn Asia Miles on your Uber Taxi trips. The partnersup is now live, with different points depending on the ride: Daily rides: Earn 20 Asia Miles on every Uber Taxi trip in Hong Kong Airport trips: Earn 40 Asia Miles on rides to and from the … [Read more...]
British Airways launches another “Avios-only” flight… to Cape Town
British Airways is launching another "Avios-Only flight", this time to Cape Town, South Africa. The airline will offer more than 500 seats for customers to spend their Avios on Members of The British Airways Club can travel to Cape Town over the Christmas period, from as little as 70,000 Avios and £150. All classes of travel are bookable in this … [Read more...]
Qatar Airways introduces Privilege Club Pro – Points Subscription Packages
It seems the quest for more money, whilst offering points continues, with Qatar Airways launching Privilege Club Pro. Privilege Club Pro allows members of the club to subscribe and earn Avios, as well as Qualifying QPoints, on a monthly basis. It marks the first time a loyalty programme with Avios has introduced a subscription that allows members to collect status … [Read more...]
Aer Lingus’s AerClub and Uber launch their Avios Earning Partnership
For those of you who are members of Aer Lingus' loyalty programme - AerClub and use Uber, there's good news, as you can now collect Avios when riding. Kieran Harte, Head of Uber Ireland (centre), with Sarah Taylor and Annemarie Leahy, Aer Lingus Cabin Crew, at Dublin Airport launching Aer Lingus’ new partnership between AerClub and Uber. Image: Aer Lingus Members of the … [Read more...]
Virgin Atlantic Holidays to offer double tier points for Flying Club Members
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club is planning to offer improved benefits when booking a Virgin Atlantic Holiday. Let's dive in. The big news is that from the 13th March 2025, Flying Club members will receive double Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic flights when booking a Virgin Atlantic Holiday. In addition, between 13th March and 30th September 2025, the lead booker will … [Read more...]
Lufthansa Group makes a play for British Airways and Iberia Club Members – Match to Miles and More
If you've been waiting for a Star Alliance status against your British Airways Executive Club Membership or Iberia Plus Membership, one has been launched at https://lufthansa.statusmatch.com/. The status match covers both British Airways Executive Club and Iberia Plus Memberships. You can match the following: Frequent Traveller - BA Silver, IB Plata Senator - BA … [Read more...]
easyJet goes on the poach for British Airways Executive Club Members
For those of you who hold British Airways Executive Club Bronze, Silver or Gold, easyJet may be in the mood to tempt you, with "No more tiers anymore" and a discounted status match to easyJet Plus. The airline has announced a deal, offering 51% off the first year of an annual easyJet Plus membership. The limited deal has been launched to provide frequent short-haul … [Read more...]
Miles and More Members can now earn frequent flyer status on ITA Airways
The Borgification of ITA Airways continues apace, with Miles & More members being able to earn Points for their frequent flyer status on ITA Airways flights in addition to miles. Passengers can earn Points, Qualifying Points and – in Business Class – HON Circle Points when flying ITA Airways The number of Points is awarded on ITA Airways flights according to the same … [Read more...]
Iberia to switch to a revenue-based loyalty earning programme
In a complete shock to no one, International Airlines Group subsidiary Iberia is to switch to a revenue-based loyalty programme, whilst rebranding it. The new changes are going into action on the 1st April 2025. The loyalty programme will be rebranded "Club Iberia Plus" (changing from the current loyalty naming scheme, Iberia Plus). Please note: At this time, we are … [Read more...]