Singapore-based low-cost carrier Valuair has launched a new frequent flyer program, called “Valupoints,” under which each boarding pass will be worth a set number of points. Valupoints members… Continue Reading
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Taiwan: JAA/JCB Issue New Credit Card
JCB, Taiwan’s Macoto Bank and Japan Asia Airways have announced a strategic alliance resulting in Macoto issuing the JAA/JCB Card. JAA, a subsidiary of Japan Airlines Corporation, selected the JCB… Continue Reading
Europe: SWISS TravelClub Discount Miles
SWISS TravelClub has lowered the price of miles in its “Buy Miles” program by a full 17.5 percent. Miles, which must be purchased in increments of 2,000 up to a maximum of 10,000 in a year,… Continue Reading
Australia: Tax Official Going After Loyalty Programs
Business executives who use credit cards to collect large amounts of frequent flyer points will be subject to special tax inquiries, according to the Sydney Morning Herald. Tax Commissioner Michael Carmody… Continue Reading
China: Starwood, Air China Get Together
Starwood has announced a frequent traveler partnership with Air China. Members of Air China’s Companion program can now earn 800 base kilometers for all qualifying stays at Starwood properties… Continue Reading
BA/Emirates Tie-Up to End
British Airways and Emirates will terminate their frequent flyer partnership on Saturday, Oct. 30. British Airways Executive Club members and Emirates Skywards members will continue to earn miles on flights… Continue Reading
India: Jet Airways Enhances Frequent Flyer Program
India’s Jet Airways has revamped its Jet Privilege program, and in the process has made a radical departure from traditional program models. Jet Airways has labeled its new approach the Dynamic… Continue Reading
Intelligence – August, 31 2004
At the same time British Airways announced the end of its relationship with Sixt Car Rental (effective Oct. 31), the European giant teamed up with Points.com to allow Executive Club members the opportunity… Continue Reading
The End of Paper?
Beginning Jan. 1, 2005, printed statements will no longer be available to members of the Starwood Preferred Guest program; 250 bonus points to those who switch to e-statements by Sept. 30. Continue Reading
Best Western's Double Up Promo Returning
Beginning Sept. 1, Gold Crown Club International members will earn double points or miles with every qualified stay at Best Western from Sept. 1 to Nov. 30. Registration is required. Continue Reading