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Score 1 Million Miles Flying to 6 Continents with Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines invited Miles&Smiles members to fly to all six continents and earn 1,000,000 bonus miles. In a surprising turn of events, the airline pulled the promotion early due to overwhelming demand. Here’s what happened and what you need to know if you managed to book in time.

JetBlue's 25 for 25 Challenge: How to Earn 25 Years of Mosaic Status (Strategy & Tool)
JetBlue is celebrating its 25th anniversary with one of the most exciting loyalty promotions we’ve ever seen: the “25 for 25” Challenge. This isn’t just about earning a few bonus points; it’s a shot at securing elite status for a quarter of a century.

American Airlines Expands Flagship Suite to More Winter Routes
American Airlines is rolling out its premium Flagship Suite seats on even more long-haul routes this winter. Travelers on select Boeing 787-9 flights to four continents will be able to book private suites, lie-flat seats and upgraded bedding starting July 7 via aa.com or the mobile app.

SkyTeam is 25: What It Means For Your Travel Points
SkyTeam, one of the world’s major airline groups, is celebrating 25 years. If you’re new to using points and miles for travel, this is a great time to understand what an airline alliance is and how it can help you.

Unexpected: China Eastern Will Fly To Buenos Aires via Auckland
China Eastern Airlines is set to bridge Asia and South America with a new trans-Pacific service via Auckland. Starting December 2025, the carrier will extend its daily Shanghai–Auckland flight onward to Buenos Aires, offering frequent flyers fresh award-booking opportunities and restoring a key route that’s been missing since the pandemic.

ANA Introduces THE Room FX Business Class for Boeing 787-9
On June 17, 2025, All Nippon Airways (ANA) unveiled “THE Room FX,” a new business class suite for its Boeing 787-9 fleet. Developed with Safran Seats and Acumen, the seat was announced at the Paris Airshow and is designed to be the widest and most private in its class.

SAS and Vietnam Airlines Launch Codeshare Agreement
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) and Vietnam Airlines have announced a new codeshare partnership, expanding travel options between Scandinavia and Vietnam. The agreement links major cities across both regions, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Oslo, Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh City, via better and smoother itineraries, frequent flyer benefits, and network coverage.

American Airlines Retires Upgrade Chart: Instant Upgrade With Miles or Cash Now Live
American Airlines is modernizing how you spend AAdvantage miles to move up a cabin. On June 12, 2025, the carrier launches Instant Upgrade, and by August 12, 2025, it will retire its long-standing mileage award upgrade chart. Frequent flyers should understand the timeline, benefits, and what stays the same.

SAS and WestJet Announce New Partnership and Transatlantic Codeshare
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) and WestJet are joining forces in a new partnership that aims to boost connectivity between Canada and Scandinavia, beginning with an interline agreement and expanding to a full transatlantic codeshare later this summer.

JetBlue '25 for 25' Giveaway: Free AwardFares Diamond for Challengers!
JetBlue’s “25 for 25” Challenge is the talk of the town: a great opportunity to earn up to 350,000 bonus points and lock in Mosaic 1 status for a staggering 25 years. This epic quest requires strategy, planning, and finding flights to 25 unique destinations. It’s a massive undertaking, and we’re here to help you conquer it.

China Airlines and Southwest Form New Partnership (But No Points or Miles Earned)
China Airlines has become Southwest Airlines’ first partner in Asia, linking Taiwan to over 30 US cities via four West Coast gateways. While it’s not a full loyalty tie-up yet, this interline agreement opens new routes and booking conveniences for award travelers. Here’s what you need to know.
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