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News and guides for Star Alliance airlines, frequent flyer programmes, partner awards, status benefits and ways to earn and redeem miles.

Award Flights

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Sep 15, 2026

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Singapore Airlines Spontaneous Escapes: 30% Off Award Flights for October 2026

Singapore to London from 30,800 miles and Premium Economy home for 52,150 - but this month the Europe deals only run one way

Jack Culpan

Star Alliance

Lufthansa's Miles & More Returns to the UK - And This Card Lets You Buy Status

Sep 7, 2026

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4 min read

Lufthansa's Miles & More Returns to the UK - And This Card Lets You Buy Status

The first Miles & More card in Britain since 2021 launches today. The welcome bonus is modest, but two of its benefits have no equivalent anywhere else in the UK market.

Award Flights

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Jul 17, 2026

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4 min read

Singapore Airlines Spontaneous Escapes: 30% Off Award Flights for August 2026

London to Singapore from 30,800 KrisFlyer miles and Bali in Business for 15,400 - plus the big change to how UK collectors now earn KrisFlyer miles

Jack Culpan

Award Flights

Jun 16, 2026

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4 min read

Singapore Airlines Spontaneous Escapes: 30% Off Award Flights for July 2026

Bangkok business class for 17,500 miles, Tokyo economy for 17,850 and a rare Frankfurt redemption - all bookable now until 30 June

Jack Culpan

Award Bookings

Singapore Airlines Returns to Madrid as Manchester and Gatwick Go Daily

May 8, 2026

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4 min read

Singapore Airlines Returns to Madrid as Manchester and Gatwick Go Daily

Big SIA Europe shake-up: 14th European destination from October 2026, plus daily flights from Manchester and London Gatwick, a new Munich frequency, and Milan going daily

Jack Culpan

Star Alliance

Apr 8, 2026

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11 min read

The Best UK Cards for Star Alliance Miles - Plus a Radisson Deal Worth Knowing About

Which UK card actually earns Star Alliance miles? We break down all four options - plus a 10,000 bonus Radisson points offer and a triple Avios Wine Flyer deal ending soon.

Star Alliance

Apr 6, 2026

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10 min read

A New UK Star Alliance Card Has Arrived - But Is It Actually Worth It?

United Airlines just launched the UK's first Star Alliance debit card. Here's how it compares to Amex and Marriott Bonvoy options - plus the Hyatt points deal ending today.

Jack Culpan

Star Alliance

Feb 23, 2026

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13 min read

From Oneworld Emerald to Star Alliance Gold & SkyTeam Elite Plus: My BA Gold Status Match Story

Why I paid to join two new alliances before my BA Gold downgrades — and what I'm hoping to get out of it in 2025

Jack Culpan

Award Flights

Feb 13, 2026

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10 min read

Singapore Airlines Spontaneous Escapes: 30% Off Award Flights for March 2026

London to Singapore from just 30,800 KrisFlyer miles, Bali business class for 15,400 miles, and more deals you can book right now

Jack Culpan

Star Alliance

Feb 13, 2026

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5 min read

Lufthansa Status Match Returns: BA Gold Members Can Get Star Alliance-Wide Lounge Access

Miles & More is offering Senator status to BA Gold members for just €99 – here's everything you need to know before applying

Jack Culpan

Star Alliance

Lufthansa Group Goes All-In on Starlink: Free High-Speed WiFi Coming to All 850 Aircraft

Jan 14, 2026

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6 min read

Lufthansa Group Goes All-In on Starlink: Free High-Speed WiFi Coming to All 850 Aircraft

The last major European airline group joins the Starlink revolution – and they're doing it properly

Jack Culpan

TAP Air Portugal

TAP Portugal's Status Match: A Realistic Look at Star Alliance Gold

Nov 11, 2025

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10 min read

TAP Portugal's Status Match: A Realistic Look at Star Alliance Gold

British Airways status holders can unlock Star Alliance benefits – but is €199 worth it?

Jack Culpan

Star Alliance

Free Lufthansa Gold Status Available Now (If You Have ITA Status)

Oct 8, 2025

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3 min read

Free Lufthansa Gold Status Available Now (If You Have ITA Status)

Get Star Alliance-wide lounge access until 2027 with this free status match from ITA to Lufthansa Miles & More

Jack Culpan

Star Alliance

🔥 URGENT: Double Bonus Alert - Get 10% More Aeroplan Points (Ends Oct 31st)

Oct 7, 2025

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13 min read

🔥 URGENT: Double Bonus Alert - Get 10% More Aeroplan Points (Ends Oct 31st)

Both transfer bonuses are live RIGHT NOW - here's how to maximise your UK Amex points before the 31st October deadline

Jack Culpan

Star Alliance

Collecting Points and Miles: Your Ultimate Get Started Guide

Sep 22, 2024

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12 min read

Collecting Points and Miles: Your Ultimate Get Started Guide

Everything you need to get started with airline and hotel loyalty programmes!

Star Alliance

25% Off Redemptions?! Snag Crazy Deals in the Singapore Airlines Sale!

Sep 16, 2024

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8 min read

25% Off Redemptions?! Snag Crazy Deals in the Singapore Airlines Sale!

Plus, A Deep Dive into the Singapore Airlines Loyalty Programme

Star Alliance

🟥 🟨 From Red to Gold: Master the Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Rewards Fast!

Sep 1, 2024

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8 min read

🟥 🟨 From Red to Gold: Master the Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Rewards Fast!

Plus Your Guide to the Star Alliance Lounges

Jack Culpan

Star Alliance

🇳🇴 Norwegian Airlines is offering a Status Match

Aug 26, 2024

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4 min read

🇳🇴 Norwegian Airlines is offering a Status Match

A great airline flying from Manchester, London Gatwick, Edinburgh and more

Jack Culpan

Star Alliance

🛫 Qatar Vs Emirates Vs Etihad: How to Get the Best Value Redemptions + Singapore Example

Aug 25, 2024

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8 min read

🛫 Qatar Vs Emirates Vs Etihad: How to Get the Best Value Redemptions + Singapore Example

⭐ Plus A Deep Dive Into the Star Alliance Loyalty Programme

Star Alliance

🛫 Ways to Buy Avios, Get a Free Stopover With Turkish Airlines, and Which Airline is Losing the Most Luggage?

Jul 7, 2024

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9 min read

🛫 Ways to Buy Avios, Get a Free Stopover With Turkish Airlines, and Which Airline is Losing the Most Luggage?

This weekend, we’ve got some exciting updates and tips to help you get the most out of travel rewards. If you've been thinking of topping up your Avios balance, you're in the right place!

Jack Culpan

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