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American Airlines has announced several big updates for 2025. These changes will make travel better from the moment you book until you arrive at your destination. The updates include new airplane cabins, better coffee, and special perks for loyalty members.

Bill Kill has launched a new service in Norway called the +Biz Program, designed to help businesses manage their payments more effectively. This program enables registered companies to pay their largest expenses—from rent to taxes—directly through the Bill Kill app using a credit card. For savvy business owners, this unlocks a powerful way to earn credit card points (like SAS EuroBonus) on expenses that typically don’t generate any rewards.

Thai Airways recently caused a stir on social media by announcing a brand-new “Premium Economy Plus” cabin. The airline’s Facebook post promised “spacious seats, generous legroom, and exclusive services,” complete with images of a true lie-flat bed.

Lufthansa’s Miles & More program has launched a highly specific, no-fee status match, aimed exclusively at elite members of ITA Airways’ Volare program. The offer provides a direct path to Star Alliance elite status valid through February 2027, making it one of the most generous long-term offers currently available. The campaign is administered by StatusMatch.com.

Qantas Frequent Flyer has just dropped one of its most anticipated offers of the year: Double Status Credits or Double Qantas Points on all new bookings! This is a massive opportunity for members to fast-track their way to Silver, Gold, or even Platinum status.

Frontier Airlines has launched a new promotion offering elite status to members of other U.S. airline loyalty programs. For a one-time fee of $69, eligible members can receive FRONTIER Miles Elite Gold status valid through the end of 2026.

Alaska Airlines has officially launched Atmos Rewards, retiring the iconic Mileage Plan name and fully integrating the HawaiianMiles program into a single, supercharged platform. It’s rare to see frequent flyer programs going through such drastic changes or rebrands. This is a fundamental transformation that introduces new features, a new premium credit card, and aligns with Alaska’s plan to position the group as a global airline powerhouse.

On August 5th, Alaska Airlines did something huge. They announced a massive leap from being a beloved West Coast airline to a true global player. This isn’t just adding a few new flights, it’s a complete change in their business plan and model. It’s all built around three exciting things (at least for us): a new fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners, a new “Aurora” livery, and a bunch of new long-haul international routes.

In a move that’s sure to excite frequent flyers, Kenya Airways has launched a new, widely accessible status match campaign. This offer provides a fast track to elite status in their Asante Rewards program and, by extension, the valuable perks of SkyTeam. Unlike many restrictive matches, this one is quite broad, welcoming elite members from other airlines, major hotel loyalty programs, and even select travel rewards credit card holders. The campaign is managed in partnership with Loyalty Status Co, the company who owns and operates StatusMatch.com.

The acquisition is complete: Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are officially joining forces. This monumental deal creates a stronger #5 carrier in the U.S. and promises to reshape travel between the mainland and the Pacific. For millions of frequent flyers, the biggest question has been: what happens to my miles and status?

If you’re chasing elite status in the SkyTeam alliance but don’t qualify for a direct status match, Vietnam Airlines has just launched a new option: the Lotusmiles Status Booster. This new program isn’t an instant match. Instead, it’s a paid accelerator that allows you to earn double or triple qualifying miles on Vietnam Airlines flights for a 90-day period. It’s designed for travelers who are close to a tier or have a few big trips planned and want to fast-track their way to the perks of Lotusmiles and SkyTeam elite status. The Booster is offered in partnership with StatusMatch.com