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Virgin Atlantic rejoins the status boost and match party for BA Club Members

11/02/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 on final approach to London Heathrow - Image, Economy Class and Beyond

It appears that the final major player has joined the status match party to attract passengers awayfrom  British Airways. And, in no surprise, Virgin Atlantic is offering a limited-time status boost and match.   Until 23 February 2026, members of The British Airways Club can level up with an enhanced status match: BA Bronze steps up to Flying Club Silver … [Read more...]

Miles and More Status Match opens for British Airways, Iberia and ITA Airways status members

02/02/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Lufthansa opens a new status match programme for BA, IB and ITA customers

It seems Lufthansa Group is making another play for those affected by British Airways' "The Club" changes, with them relaunching a status match programme. Let's go through this quickly. Where can I apply? At https://lufthansa.statusmatch.com/ Who can apply, and what status can you get? A table solves everything: In summary: BA Silver, IB Plata, IB oro and … [Read more...]

Emirates Skywards loyalty programme partners with Jet2 for flight rewards

22/01/2026 by Kevincm Leave a Comment

Emirates to offer a spending partnership with UK Airline Jet2 - Images, Economy Class and Beyond

Whilst not many things beat a Jet2 Holiday, Emirates passengers can use their Skywards Miles to redeem them for Jet2.com Flights. The move opens up new rewards for Skyward customers to 75 destinations across the Jet2 network. Prices will start from 8,000 Skywards Miles (including all fees & charges, depending on the route). Skywards members can now enjoy … [Read more...]

Flying Blue Status match returns for UK Residents

14/01/2026 by Kevincm 2 Comments

Flying Blue Status Match

So it's been... just over 12 months since British Airways did the dirty on its Club members, even though there has been a little backtrack. And most of us have a view if we are on track to retain our frequent flyer status with British Airways. Or not in some cases. Well, a new lifeline has been launched, with a paid status match with Air France-KLM's frequent flyer … [Read more...]

Cathay Group to update their frequent flyer programme, with full changes starting 2027

16/10/2025 by Kevincm

Cathay earning 2006-2007 requirements

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

05/10/2025 by Kevincm

a woman and child walking on the beach

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

31/07/2025 by Kevincm

British Airways Boeing 777-300ER taking off from London Heathrow - Image, Economy Class and Beyond.

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 

13/07/2025 by Kevincm

Qatar Airways Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner taxiing at Hamad International Airport

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

09/06/2025 by Kevincm

Pictured are 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. From today, members of the airline’s loyalty programme will collect 1 Avios for every €1 spent on any journey taken on the Uber app in Ireland and the UK. Photo: Aer Lingus

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

12/03/2025 by Kevincm

Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350-1000 arriving at London Heathrow Airport - Image, Economy Ckass and Beyond

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...]

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