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2026 Airline Status Matches Still Available: SkyTeam, Star Alliance, Oneworld & More

If you fly regularly, having elite status across Oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance can be a major advantage. Thinking of switching alliances? You don’t necessarily have to start from scratch.…
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The British Airways to Flying Blue Status Match is Back: Why It’s Worth it in 2026

For over a year, many of us have been reconsidering our loyalty to British Airways. Whether that’s meant watching and waiting,  switching to another Oneworld airline or looking more seriously…
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GUIDE: Your Guide to the Star Alliance: Top Airlines to Consider & Is it Worth Switching?

If you’ve been rethinking your airline loyalty lately, you’re not alone. Many readers are wondering whether to stick with their current programme, switch within the same alliance, or switch alliances…
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GUIDE: How to Earn and Redeem Emirates Skywards Miles for Best Value (Part 2)

Earning and redeeming Emirates Skywards miles is a little more complicated than with airlines that are part of an airline alliance, but there are still plenty of ways to collect…
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GUIDE: In-Depth Look at the Emirates Skywards Loyalty Programme: The Cheapest & Fastest Ways to Earn Status (Part 1)

Emirates Skywards is the global frequent flyer programme of Emirates and its sister airline, flydubai. Since launching in 2000, Skywards now has over 37 million members and is one of…
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GUIDE: How to Earn and Spend Aer Lingus Avios: Partners and The Best Value Options – Cheaper Than BA?

One of the best things about the Aer Lingus AerClub loyalty programme is that it uses Avios as its currency. There are multiple other ways to earn points besides flying…
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GUIDE: In Depth Look at the Aer Lingus AerClub Loyalty Programme – Top Tier Status for £2,556?

The Aer Lingus AerClub is a popular airline loyalty programme among readers and has become increasingly popular since changes were made to BA and programmes across the industry. Dublin-based, with…
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GUIDE: How to Earn and Spend Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles: The Best Value Options

There are still some great earning and redemption opportunities with Turkish Airlines miles (despite the 2024 devaluation), particularly for non-stop redemptions and routes where taxes remain low. While flying Turkish…
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GUIDE: In-Depth Look at the Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles Loyalty Programme – Is it Right for You?

If you’re looking for a Star Alliance loyalty programme, Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles is a standout option with more routes than any other airline, a European base featuring superb lounges and…
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GUIDE: Is MeliáRewards the Right Hotel Loyalty Programme for You? Earning, Redeeming & Status Benefits Explained

The MeliáRewards loyalty programme has gained plenty of traction in recent years. There are now over 17 million active members, fueled by complimentary Gold status via the American Express Platinum…
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China Airlines Lounge Taipei – Is It Worth Visiting Before Your Flight?

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JW Marriott Lima – Ocean Views, Elegant Dining and a Look Inside Lima’s Airport Lounge

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Iberia Business Class London to Lima (via Madrid) – A350 Comfort and Lounge Hopping in Madrid

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Singapore Airlines Business Class from Singapore to London Via Barcelona For Only £700

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Manon Les Suites hotel, Copenhagen – eco-friendly luxury

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