Source: The Points Guy
Summary
Spirit Airlines has officially shut down operations, leaving travelers with questions about refunds, consumer protections, and reimbursements for canceled flights. For existing Spirit credit cardholders, accounts remain open and active, but Free Spirit points earned with these cards are no longer redeemable and cannot be transferred to another loyalty program. Cardholders can continue using their cards for everyday purchases, but it’s recommended to discontinue use and instead use alternative cards that offer rewards that can be actively used.
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The escape is carefully planned.
Bank of America’s Free Spirit Travel Mastercard and Free Spirit Travel More World Elite Mastercard are still open and active, but the cards earn Free Spirit points, which are currently not redeemable. Cardholders can continue using their cards for everyday purchases, but it’s recommended to discontinue use. The future of the loyalty program is still uncertain, making the value of continuing to earn points unclear. You can’t apply for a new Spirit credit card, and there’s no immediate reason to cancel your existing one. Plans for the Free Spirit loyalty program are expected to be determined through the bankruptcy process.
Travel loyalty programs are like relationships – they can end abruptly, leaving you wondering what to do with the points you’ve accumulated.
Author: Evan Null
