airline loyalty

Every travel-related entity out there has written about the upcoming Southwest changes ad nauseam. And to be perfectly honest, we here at Your Mileage May Vary are no exception to …

Southwest Airlines used to be the quirky darling of the skies. You’d get two free checked bags, no change fees, and a boarding process that was either brilliantly efficient or …

I originally wrote this post in 2019, and then updated it in 2020, when airlines and hotels were practically giving away elite status due to the pandemic. Back then, I …

When it comes to Delta SkyMiles, I tend to be more forgiving than most. I should clarify—I love flying Delta, but their loyalty program has nothing to do with that. …

The concept of pooling frequent flyer miles began a few years ago. Depending on the program, you can combine your miles with those of family and/or friends into a joint …

One of the biggest advantages of collecting transferrable points is flexibility—you can transfer them to different programs when needed. Imagine you’re eyeing a last-minute JetBlue flight for a weekend getaway, …

In 2024, my wife Sharon and I spent less time traveling than we did in 2022 and 2023. I didn’t think we were part of the revenge travel trend, but …

When it comes to travel, many of us stick to certain brands for hotels, airlines, or car rentals. But there’s a key difference between loyalty and preference. Understanding this can …

Airline loyalty programs have two main parts that serve different purposes. The first part is all about earning points for free flights, which I’ll call the “awards side.” The other …