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Elite status gets you a seat, but only if it’s not taken
JetBlue’s new policy gives upgrades, but only if the seat is still there.
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Free coffee after five visits? That’s not a reward, that’s a test
A writer earned a free coffee after five visits to Dunkin' by exploiting the loyalty program.
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Elite members can now pay for room service with points — but only if they’re already elite
A new feature for the privileged few, where convenience is just another form of exclusivity.
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Bilt’s transfer partners: A ritual of points and promises
A system designed for precision, but built for the occasional triumph.
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Marriott’s Serengeti Safari Camp: A Luxury Experience or a Luxury of Choice?
Marriott's new safari camp in the Serengeti promises luxury, but it's still a hotel.
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The Secret Sauce of Loyalty Programs: Why Transferable Points Are the Real Gold
A guide to the flexibility of transferable rewards, and why it might not be as flexible as it seems.
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Skagway: Where Gold Rush History Meets Modern Cruise Crowds
A guide to a small town that's big on history and tiny on space.
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Lufthansa’s Phoenix-Munich Route: A New Era for Air Travelers
Lufthansa's new route promises luxury — but not for everyone.
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Your Loyalty Points Have Finally Found Their Hobbit Phase
The accommodation can be fantastical. Choosing the right rewards programme still calls for ordinary administrative skills.
