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.
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.
If you earn enough Qantas or Virgin Velocity status credits, you can gift an elite status membership card to a friend or family member.
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.
By booking flights as part of a Virgin Australia Holidays package, you’ll earn Velocity status credits based on the class and distance flown – potentially netting you a much higher return.
Jetstar flyers can now earn more Qantas Points and bonus status credits with a Qantas Frequent Flyer Extra subscription, costing $199 per year (in addition to the cost of a Club Jetstar membership).