Award Travel News

United’s cheapest business class fares are turning out to be more punitive than first advertised: beyond losing Polaris lounge access, seat selection, and no changes, many travelers will also earn no redeemable miles and get no flight credit toward status.

Alaska Lounge SFO Joins Priority Pass…But Adds A Co-Pay. Travel-program update that could affect perks, costs, or booking strategy.

More Air Canada Cafes Open In Montreal & Vancouver, Bringing Network To Six

Hello from London, where my kids and I are chilling in the Lufthansa Lounge after a 10.5-hour flight from Los Angeles to London on a United Airlines 787-9 in row 56…the penultimate row on the aircraft

Aer Lingus says it will begin installing free Starlink Wi-Fi, starting with its A330 fleet. It is airline product news rather than points news, but it is material enough to merit a low-volume airline-news item.

Virgin Atlantic has refreshed its Heathrow Clubhouse and added new amenities. It is not a major program change, but it is relevant lounge/product news for premium award travelers using Virgin Atlantic or partners through London.

I’m Not Famous — Except In Airport Lounges

Priority Pass and Visa Airport Companion share many lounges but aren't identical. Here's what separates them and which you actually need.

A new source adds detail on United’s new Polaris Studio / next-gen Polaris rollout, including the higher-end front-row business-class concept and onboard perks. Together with today’s route coverage, it sharpens the picture of where United is positioning its newest premium product.

If you’ve ever wished someone could just handle every stressful step of getting to your gate — from the moment you walk out your front door to the second you sit down at your departure lounge — that vis