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Cover image for Alaska & Hawaiian Merger (2025): What It Means for Mileage Plan, HawaiianMiles & Atmos Rewards
August 22, 2025 · by Germán

Alaska & Hawaiian Merger (2025): What It Means for Mileage Plan, HawaiianMiles & Atmos Rewards

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?

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July 21, 2025 · by Germán

Vietnam Airlines Status Booster: A Shortcut to SkyTeam Elite 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

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July 17, 2025 · by Germán

Corendon Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hotel Review: A Boeing 747 in the Backyard

On one of my recent trips, I had the chance to plan a quick stopover in Amsterdam, a city I love. I was looking for a hotel near Schiphol Airport, as my flights were both landing late at night and departing very early in the morning. That’s something I’ve done many times, and there are plenty of options to choose from, even inside the airport terminal. However, this time one caught my attention: Corendon Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, a Tribute Portfolio hotel that was recently opened, and has a large 747-400 sitting in its yard. Without overthinking, I booked it right away and got excited about testing this out. Here’s my experience, let’s dive in!

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July 16, 2025 · by Germán

The End of SAS EuroBonus? The Definitive Guide to the Air France-KLM Takeover

The news is out: Air France-KLM plans to become the majority owner of SAS by the second half of 2026. This move, while securing SAS’s future, has sent a wave of uncertainty through the frequent flyer community, especially among the 8 million members of SAS EuroBonus.

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July 10, 2025 · by Germán

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.

Cover image for JetBlue's 25 for 25 Challenge: How to Earn 25 Years of Mosaic Status (Strategy & Tool)
August 22, 2025 · by Germán

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.

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July 3, 2025 · by Germán

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.

Cover image for KLM Business Class 787-9 Review (2025): EZE-SCL Fifth Freedom Flight
July 1, 2025 · by Germán

KLM Business Class 787-9 Review (2025): EZE-SCL Fifth Freedom Flight

This is one of KLM’s fifth freedom flights that runs 7x a week between Buenos Aires and Santiago. I had to go to Chile for business. When considering all the options, I was not only curious to try KLM’s service on this route and compare it to the long-haul version, but I also saw that there was a lot of availability on these flights with EuroBonus points. At a great rate, given that EB still has a region-based award chart, you can pretty much travel across the entire South America for the same price.

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June 30, 2025 · by Richard

JAL Business Class Review: Are The Sky Suites on the 777 Worth It?

Japan Airlines markets its Business Class as “Sky Suites,” a name that promises privacy and luxury. But on a long-haul flight from Tokyo to Helsinki, does this flagship product live up to the hype, or is it falling behind competitors? I put it to the test to find out.