NEWS & OFFERS: BA Start to Remove Error Status, 25% Off Oman Air and 10% Bonus on SLH Gift Cards
British Airways is correcting a recent mistake that granted tier extensions to thousands of Club members who were not eligible, with reversals being processed alphabetically today. The error could affect travelers who booked flights assuming the extended status. Meanwhile, Oman Air has launched a 25% discount on round‑trip flights to Bangkok and Phuket for bookings made between 28 April and 7 May, requiring at least two passengers. Small Luxury Hotels of the World is offering a 10% bonus on e‑gift cards for purchases of £500 (about $630) through 11 May, a deal that can be combined with Hilton points stays.
NEWS: Were the BA Extensions an Error?, And a Way to Beat Security Queues
British Airways unexpectedly emailed a mixed group of flyers with one‑year status extensions, a move many suspect stemmed from an IT glitch that favored low‑TP members and left long‑time Gold customers outraged. The airline’s customer‑service teams reportedly instructed agents to...
NEWS & OFFERS: IHG Flash 3 X Points Offer, Qatar Offers New Flexible Bookings but Cuts A380 and Win 1...
IHG One Rewards launched a limited‑time 3X points promotion for bookings made 7‑11 April, with stays required by 22 May and a minimum spend of $30 per night. Qatar Airways introduced flexible booking options, allowing refunds or free date changes for tickets...
NEWS & OFFERS: Air Fares Already Rising, Melia up to 40% Off and Club Eurostar 20% Off Reward Seats
Airline fuel costs have spiked dramatically after the Middle East conflict, with United reporting a 58% jet‑fuel price jump in a week and U.S. carriers abandoning most hedging strategies, prompting early fare hikes and potential surcharges on transatlantic routes. European...
NEWS & OFFERS: BA Leaks New A380 Seat Layout, AF/KLM Sale From £1483 and Virgin Adds Relaxation Pod
British Airways inadvertently published the seat map for its upcoming A380 refurbishment, revealing a full‑business‑class upper deck with 110 Club World suites and a reconfigured main deck of 12 First suites, 84 premium economy and 215 economy seats, though regulators...