Star Alliance

When it comes to booking award flights to Asia, Star Alliance offers plenty of options. Airlines including ANA, EVA Air, Singapore Airlines, Air China and Thai Airways provide extensive service …

I’m going to start at the beginning, which, as I’ve heard, is a very good place to start. I’d been planning my wife Sharon’s milestone birthday trip for months. And …

We recently learned that just because an airline can through-check your bags on separate tickets doesn’t mean the process will be automatic. Earlier this year, I wrote about how interline …

You’ve probably seen credit cards tied to airlines you’ve never flown—and maybe never plan to. At first glance, they don’t seem all that useful. Why earn miles with Aer Lingus, …

While planning part of our upcoming trip through Europe, I needed to book a short flight on Austrian Airlines. Since Austrian is part of the Star Alliance network, that meant …

Did I waste my Chase Ultimate Rewards on a recent airline redemption? On paper, it sure looked that way. I booked a short intra-Europe flight using 24,000 United miles for …

When it comes to booking international award flights, flexibility is your best friend. And no, we’re not just talking about being flexible with your destination or travel dates. Sometimes, you …

Understanding what airline alliances are—and which airlines belong to each—is a key that unlocks the door to the next level of miles and points earning and usage. The basics of …

If you’re diving into the world of points and miles, one of the first things you’ll hear about is airline alliances—oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam. Each includes a collection of …

For beginners, booking an international business class award ticket is a milestone. It may be their first time in a lie-flat seat, getting real food when on a plane, and …