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Royal Air Maroc Status Match: Previous Offer & Current Waitlist

Royal Air Maroc previously offered paid matches to Safar Flyer Silver, Gold and Platinum. Applications are now closed. The terms below are a historical record, including the expired January 2026 Status Miles bonus.
September 7, 2026 · by Germán

SeatGuru is Gone: The 10 Best Alternatives for Choosing Your Seat (2026)

SeatGuru has closed, but you can still check whether a seat has a window, enough legroom, or a lavatory right behind it before you book. AeroLOPA and SeatMaps.com help with those details. The free AwardFares seat map tool shows current seat assignments and availability for supported flights, while ExpertFlyer can alert you when a preferred seat opens.
September 21, 2026 · by Germán

Best SkyTeam Business Class & Lounges (Ranked for 2026)

Let’s be honest: for years, SkyTeam was the alliance you flew when you had to. It was the land of inconsistent cabins and a few standout carriers propping up a mixed bag of products. That era is over.
March 30, 2026 · by Germán

Lufthansa's Free Status Match: Turn Your ITA Volare Status into Star Alliance Gold Until 2027

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.
October 1, 2025 · by Germán

Best Business Class Seats & Cabins: Complete 2026 Guide

Qatar Airways Qsuite is still our pick for the best Business Class seat, especially if you’re traveling as a couple or with friends. ANA’s THE Room gives you plenty of space to stretch out, and JAL’s A350-1000 suites are another strong choice for flights to Japan. For sleeping, we’d also put Finnair’s AirLounge high on the list.
September 11, 2026 · by Germán

Pokémon Planes (2026): Every Active Jet, Route & Schedule

As of July 2026, there are 12 active Pokémon planes flying for eight airlines. The fleet now includes two China Airlines jets and two Garuda Indonesia jets, while ANA is about to add three more aircraft for Pokémon’s 30th anniversary.
July 23, 2026 · by Germán

Frontier Status Match: Get Gold Status for $69 (2025 Guide)

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.
August 25, 2025 · by Germán

Best Ways to Use Atmos Rewards Points: 2026 Sweet Spots

The best ways to use Atmos Rewards points in 2026 are not always the same as the best prices shown on the award chart. We searched six months of live availability and found that some popular sweet spots remain easy to book, while others have become much more difficult.
July 17, 2026 · by Germán

Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards Guide (2026): Award Charts & Status

Atmos Rewards is the loyalty program for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. It replaced Alaska Mileage Plan and HawaiianMiles, bringing both airlines into one program with one points currency and one set of status tiers.
September 7, 2026 · by Germán

Instant SkyTeam Elite? Kenya Airways' New Status Match Explained

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.
September 7, 2026 · by Germán

The Million-Mile Gold Rush: Full List of Airline Million-Mile Challenges

When I was younger, airline loyalty programs were more fun. There were all sorts of secret rules and loopholes one could exploit to earn a ton of miles, qualify for elite status, and enjoy exclusive attention at the airport and in the air. Sure, every major program has changed drastically compared to 20 years ago, and they still do every year. However, most of those changes for some reason feel a bit boring. But then, in late 2024, an airline named SAS did something that shook things up. They launched their “Who Wants to be a EuroBonus Millionaire?” challenge, and it was a huge deal that kicked off what you might call a ‘gold rush’ for airline miles.
July 29, 2025 · by Germán