United MileagePlus has rolled out major changes that heavily favor co-brand cardholders, and welcome offers on United cards have jumped significantly — but that's just the start. Air France-KLM Flying Blue quietly updated a key policy that could save your miles from expiring with almost zero effort. Spirit Airlines is officially gone, and if you held Free Spirit points or vouchers, the news isn't good — but there are status match opportunities with JetBlue, Southwest, and Avelo you need to act on fast. A sophisticated new hotel payment scam is targeting travelers using your real reservation details to look legitimate, and every traveler needs to know the red flags. Plus, Lufthansa's revamped long-haul cabin experience is now live, and United's upgraded 787-9 Elevate routes are expanding — here's how to find them when you book.

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