Lufthansa owns SWISS International Airlines and is in the process of acquiring most if not all of bmi and has bought a 45 percent stake in Brussels Airlines. And now, the Austrian government holding company… Continue Reading

Qantas has expanded its online store to include 1,000 products and experiences in Australia and over 500 products and experiences in New Zealand. You can choose from travel and travel accessories, over… Continue Reading

Local governments in Japan have taken differing stances on the collection of frequent flyer miles. In June, the central government instructed all its employees to stop collecting or using miles. But a… Continue Reading

Until the end of February 2009, when you stay at a Golden Tulip hotel, you can earn double miles in the airline partner FFP of your choice. Double miles will be awarded on rack, public corporate and preferred… Continue Reading

Hainan Airlines/Grand China Air are now partners in the airberlin topbonus program. Members of topbonus earn miles depending upon the booking class and distance flown. Discount coach fares earn 25 percent… Continue Reading

In the current economic downturn, more airlines are considering consolidation to help reduce operating costs. British Airways is in talks with Qantas about a potential merger. A spokesperson for British… Continue Reading

The Web site “India Today” reports that the Indian government has stated that any miles earned by government employees on official travel must also be spent on official travel. The article… Continue Reading

Membership in Flying Returns is now free of charge and new members will get a startup bonus of 1,000 points along with 500 more points when they register a valid email address. A membership card will… Continue Reading

As of Jan. 1, 2009 mileage requirements for award travel on Thai in Royal First Class and Royal Silk Class will increase in zones 4 to 7. The amounts needed for roundtrip awards range from 13,000 more… Continue Reading

The U.K.’s Jet2.com airline has launched the myJet2 customer loyalty program. Points will be earned from buying flights and other services online such as baggage charges that can then be used to… Continue Reading