The Best Programs to Earn Star Alliance Gold Status
This guide explains why many people might find Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles to be the best loyalty program for earning Star Alliance Gold status through flights in 2026.
Category: Global Airline Alliances
How (And Why) to Buy Virgin Atlantic Points for SkyTeam Flights
Buying points from Virgin Atlantic Flying Club and redeeming them for award travel across Virgin Atlantic’s partner airline network, including the SkyTeam alliance, can be great value. Plus, right now you can get up to 70% bonus points on purchases.
The Next Airlines to Join Oneworld & Star Alliance
Star Alliance is getting a new member and Hawaiian Airlines will join the Oneworld alliance on 22 April 2026. Meanwhile, four more airlines are eyeing Oneworld membership.
Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles Status Match
Receive four months of Star Alliance Gold status and an opportunity to easily extend this with the Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles status match.
You Still Can’t Earn Qantas Points or Status Credits on Oman Air
Although Oman Air joined Oneworld in June, Qantas Frequent Flyer members still can’t earn points or status credits flying with the Muscat-based airline. Why not?