Southwest Airlines continues to align with the rest of the industry, adding checked bag fees for most passengers starting this summer.
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Southwest bucks the trend, eases elite status earning in Rapid Rewards
It is easy to read too much into small changes in airline loyalty programs. But this week’s announcement from Southwest Airlines – lowering the qualification requirements for some elite status tiers – could signal a significant shift for the carrier’s approach to frequent fliers.
Chase launches Air Canada Aeroplan as new co-brand & transfer partner
Starting today, eligible Chase cardmembers can transfer Ultimate Rewards points to Aeroplan, and redeem for travel and flight rewards with Air Canada and their more than 40 airline partners, including the entire Star Alliance network.
Aeroplan to add US credit card, Chase Ultimate Rewards
The new Air Canada Aeroplan program has some great sweet spots, but for non-Canadian members the earning options weren’t great. A new partnership with Chase announced today changes all that. Eventually.