Nov. 1983 — Marriott launches its first loyalty program, called Honored Guest Awards. Nov. 1986 — The Continental TravelBank frequent flyer program becomes the first program to offer a direct… Continue Reading
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British Airways Executive Club – October, 28 2005
British Airways Executive Club members who reside in the United Kingdom or Ireland have the opportunity to get an upgrade from Club World to First on their next flight. That’s right: From now until… Continue Reading
Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus – October, 28 2005
Thai Airways has announced that Royal Orchid Plus Award eligibility has changed with the advent of the new Award Nominees program. The Award Nominees program will allow Royal Orchid Plus members to redeem… Continue Reading
Hawaiian Airlines HawaiianMiles
Booking award travel can often be a difficult and frustrating process, but HawaiianMiles members may be able to breathe a sigh of relief, because now there are three levels of online E-Awards: SuperSaver,… Continue Reading
Letters – October, 28 2005
High Praise For Hyatt Some comments on your August issue pertaining to the review of Gold Passport. First a correction: the 3,000 point and 6,000 point upgrades for Regency Club and suites respectively… Continue Reading
Intelligence – October, 28 2005
InterContinental Hotels Group has added Southwest Airlines as Priority Club Rewards’ newest airline partner. Members can now earn a half-credit for each qualifying stay at any InterContinental,… Continue Reading
Langham Hotels Launches Planner Reward Program
Langham Hotels International is launching a new rewards program, OUIDA, for the group’s partners who make reservations of room accommodations or banquets for their corporate travel and company functions… Continue Reading
SAS Offers Internet Services Over the Phone
SAS has become the first airline to offer Internet services to passengers via mobile phone. With the SAS “MobilePortal,” passengers can check-in, check flight times and manage their EuroBonus… Continue Reading
Aeroflot Holds the Cards
Aeroflot Bonus has ceased sending membership cards to new enrollees until they have reached 2,000 miles. A temporary account number and membership card are now provided online immediately after registration,… Continue Reading
Miles & More To Offer Incentive Miles
This fall, Miles & More will offer a new “Incentive Miles Programme,” giving small and medium sized companies the chance to distribute Miles & More miles to customers, business partners… Continue Reading