[Kerwin at Passrider] Current Offers January 15, 2025

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DELTA AIR LINES STATUS MATCH CHALLENGE

Airlines are always trying to poach flyers from each other. Now it’s Delta’s turn. Check out this status match.

From Delta:

Determine if you are eligible

You are eligible to participate in our Status Match Challenge if you meet all of the following criteria:

• You have not received a Status Match, promotional Medallion Status or complimentary Medallion Status in the past 3 years, unless the complimentary Medallion Status was through your Million Miler Status.

• You currently have elite status with a qualifying airline, Go to footer note, that was earned through that airline’s published requirements (complimentary status or status earned through a promotion does not qualify).

• You are able to present both 1) a valid, current elite physical or digital membership card or credential with your name on it and 2) a statement showing your earned elite status with an airline and the corresponding activity with that airline that made you achieve that Status, with your name on it (for both materials, you may upload a photo, screenshot of your app or computer screen or other file format as long as it clearly shows the required information, your elite status level and your name).

• You are a SkyMiles Member who 1) has been enrolled in the SkyMiles Program for at least 30 days prior to enrolling for the Status Match offer and 2) solely for non-U.S. based members, within the last 3 years as a SkyMiles Member have flown on at least 1 Delta-marketed flight on a fare class higher than Basic Economy.

Unfortunately, if you do not meet the above requirements, you are not eligible for our Status Match Challenge.

FIJI AIRWAYS SALE

Fiji Airways has several U.S. gateways such as LAX, DFW and SFO. These fares won’t last long so check them out.

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MILES/POINTS TIP OF THE WEEK

Leverage Open-Jaw and Multi-City Bookings for More Value

Did you know that many airlines allow you to book award itineraries with an “open-jaw” (flying into one city and departing from another) or add a stopover—often without significantly increasing the miles cost? This can help you visit multiple destinations on a single trip while getting more out of your hard-earned miles.

How It Works:

1. Open-Jaw Booking

   • Example: Fly from Houston to London, then return from Paris back to Houston.

   • You only need separate transportation (train, bus, drive or a flight) between London and Paris, allowing you to visit more places without booking another full award ticket.

2. Multi-City or Stopover Booking

   • If your airline’s award chart or dynamic pricing allows, you can often add a stopover for a few days (or even weeks) in a connecting city, turning it into a mini vacation en route.

3. Check Airline Policies

   • Each airline has its own rules about how many stopovers or open-jaws are permitted on an award ticket. Familiarize yourself with these guidelines to maximize your itinerary.

4. Pricing Your Itinerary

   • Compare the award price of a simple round-trip ticket versus adding a stopover or open-jaw. Sometimes, the mileage difference is minimal or even the same, giving you more travel for your miles.

Pro Tip: When planning a big trip, experiment with your airline’s booking engine by selecting “multi-city” or “advanced search” options. You may uncover creative route combinations that deliver better value than a standard round-trip!

PS: You can get lots more information about frequent traveler programs for airlines, hotels, and car rental companies in my frequent traveler course at https://cruisinaltitude.newzenler.com/courses/frequent-traveler-101.

HOTELS

If you book directly with the hotels, head over to https://www.passrider.com/hotels for links, and if you prefer to use an online travel agency, head over to https://www.passrider.com/expedia, my hotel booking partner.

STANDING STATUS MATCHES

Here are some more status match offers from other airlines. Remember that you cannot status match within the same Alliance. So if you have say American Airlines AAdvantage status, you can’t status match to British Airways:

Airlines

• Air France/KLM (SkyTeam)

• Alaska Airlines (oneworld)

• American Airlines (oneworld)

• British Airways (oneworld)

• Delta Air Lines (SkyTeam)

• jetBlue

• United Airlines (Star Alliance)

• Virgin Atlantic (SkyTeam)

Cruise Lines

• Virgin Voyages

BILT REWARDS MASTERCARD

CURRENT CREDIT CARD OFFERS

Here are a few credit card offers that came across my desk. They have points sign-up bonuses so you can use them in your travels. Usually, a minimum spend is required before you get the points, so ensure you read the terms and conditions and abide by them.

Click on the bolded titles for the card in which you’re interested.

Capital One Credit Card

Capital One has several cards. See if you qualify for any of them.

IHG One Rewards Premier credit cards

• Earn 4 free nights with the IHG One Rewards Premier credit card.

• Earn 80,000 bonus points with IHG One Rewards Traveler credit card.

• Earn 140,000 bonus points with the IHG One Rewards Premier Business credit card.

I can be rewarded if you apply here and are approved for the card.

Note: If you do get approved for any of these cards, I will earn points from the partner. Thank you in advance.

FREQUENT TRAVELER COURSE

You can get a lot more information about frequent traveler programs for airlines, hotels, and car rental companies in my frequent traveler course at https://cruisinaltitude.newzenler.com/courses/frequent-traveler-101.

And if you have any questions about credit card offers or any other travel questions, please hit reply and let me know.

Thank you!

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