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Let's unpack another element we considered when ranking the best airline rewards programs around the world: https://bit.ly/3zu4rhk 6️⃣ Routing rules (5% weight) We analyzed the fine print for each of the 62 programs, including details on allowed segments, connection points, and layover times. A scoring rubric awarded points for airline reward programs that allow stopovers of more than 24 hours for no additional charge, flexibility in routing, or the ability to book one-way and open-jaw itineraries. 🧮 How we ranked the top airline loyalty programs of 2024 ✈️ We used a mix of quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate aspects of each program as of August 1, 2024. Categories are weighted based on their impact on the everyday traveler. For 2024, a maximum of 100 points were possible for each program based on the following factors: 1️⃣ Ease of earning miles (25% weight) 2️⃣ Redemption rates (20% weight) 3️⃣ Availability on partner airlines (15% weight) 4️⃣ Ease of booking (12.5% weight) 5️⃣ Expanded availability on own airline (7.5% weight) 6️⃣ Routing rules (5% weight) 7️⃣ Ability to hold awards (5% weight) 8️⃣ Customer service quality (5% weight) 9️⃣ Change fees/policies (5% weight) 🔟 Non-factors

point.me's Gilbert Ott was on Morning Rush Scripps Networks Interactive today chatting about points and how they can help you save on holiday travel this year. From surprisingly affordable business class seats to the importance of flexibility, here are some of his tips.

Ready to explore the next factor that determined our World’s Best Airline Rewards Programs list? Let’s go! https://bit.ly/3zu4rhk 5️⃣ Expanded availability on own airline (7.5% weight) This is a binary score. A program either offers expanded availability to members of the loyalty program or it does not. You might be wondering, what does this mean, and why does it matter? Let Tiffany explain. #pointme 🧮 How we ranked the top airline loyalty programs of 2024 ✈️ We used a mix of quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate aspects of each program as of August 1, 2024. Categories are weighted based on their impact on the everyday traveler. For 2024, a maximum of 100 points were possible for each program based on the following factors: 1️⃣ Ease of earning miles (25% weight) 2️⃣ Redemption rates (20% weight) 3️⃣ Availability on partner airlines (15% weight) 4️⃣ Ease of booking (12.5% weight) 5️⃣ Expanded availability on own airline (7.5% weight) 6️⃣ Routing rules (5% weight) 7️⃣ Ability to hold awards (5% weight) 8️⃣ Customer service quality (5% weight) 9️⃣ Change fees/policies (5% weight) 🔟 Non-factors

Let’s take a closer look at the next factor behind our ranking of the World’s Best Airline Rewards Programs: https://bit.ly/3zu4rhk 4️⃣ Ease of booking (12.5% weight) Scores in this category were based on the accuracy of online flight information and pricing, along with the requirements to ticket a reward flight. The point.me team initiated reward flight bookings for local and international itineraries for each of the 62 programs and used a rubric to determine the relative ease of booking. Points were subtracted for programs that required phone or in-person ticketing. What does that really mean, and why is it a big deal? Tiffany’s here to break it down for you. #pointme 🧮 How we ranked the top airline loyalty programs of 2024 ✈️ We used a mix of quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate aspects of each program as of August 1, 2024. Categories are weighted based on their impact on the everyday traveler. For 2024, a maximum of 100 points were possible for each program based on the following factors: 1️⃣ Ease of earning miles (25% weight) 2️⃣ Redemption rates (20% weight) 3️⃣ Availability on partner airlines (15% weight) 4️⃣ Ease of booking (12.5% weight) 5️⃣ Expanded availability on own airline (7.5% weight) 6️⃣ Routing rules (5% weight) 7️⃣ Ability to hold awards (5% weight) 8️⃣ Customer service quality (5% weight) 9️⃣ Change fees/policies (5% weight) 🔟 Non-factors

Air Canada completely revamped their Aeroplan program in 2020, making it the most “modern” of the airline rewards programs on our list. With great partner availability and flexible routing rules, it’s easier than ever for travelers outside of hub cities to use their miles! ✈️✨ Plus, points from major credit card programs like Amex, Bilt, Capital One, Chase, and Marriott Bonvoy all transfer to Aeroplan. 💳➡️✈️ #pointme

Now, let’s break down the next criteria we used to determine the World’s Best Airline Loyalty Programs: https://bit.ly/3zu4rhk 3️⃣ Availability on partner airlines (15% weight) The best travel rewards programs have alliances and partnerships that expand the reach of their primary airline. These alliances include Oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance, though many programs have additional partnerships. While there are agreements around award space, programs have significant discretion as to what partner flights they make available to members of their own loyalty program and under what conditions. We analyzed 430,673,800 of our point.me award flight results to determine the % of potential partner award space that was available to each loyalty program. So, what does this all mean and why is it important? Let Cash walk you through it. #pointme 🧮 How we ranked the top airline loyalty programs of 2024 ✈️ We used a mix of quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate aspects of each program as of August 1, 2024. Categories are weighted based on their impact on the everyday traveler. For 2024, a maximum of 100 points were possible for each program based on the following factors: 1️⃣ Ease of earning miles (25% weight) 2️⃣ Redemption rates (20% weight) 3️⃣ Availability on partner airlines (15% weight) 4️⃣ Ease of booking (12.5% weight) 5️⃣ Expanded availability on own airline (7.5% weight) 6️⃣ Routing rules (5% weight) 7️⃣ Ability to hold awards (5% weight) 8️⃣ Customer service quality (5% weight) 9️⃣ Change fees/policies (5% weight) 🔟 Non-factors

Let’s explore an additional key factor that shaped our rankings for the World’s Best Airline Rewards Programs: https://bit.ly/3zu4rhk 2️⃣ Redemption rates (20% weight) We analyzed the outputs of the 8,000,000+ searches conducted by everyday travelers on point.me in 2023 to determine the average number of miles required for a free round-trip flight on the most popular medium and long-haul routes. Additionally, point.me considered median prices of short-haul flights from an airline’s hub or focus city (e.g., British Airways flights from London; Hawaiian Airlines flights from Honolulu) to account for regional variations and situations where travelers have fewer choices. Finally, we compared the points programs charged for a given flight with worldwide fare data from Cirium; a loyalty program had to offer a redemption value of at least $0.01 USD/mile in order to receive positive points in this category. But what does that really mean, and why should you care? Tiffany’s here to explain! #pointme 🧮 How we ranked the top airline loyalty programs of 2024 ✈️ We used a mix of quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate aspects of each program as of August 1, 2024. Categories are weighted based on their impact on the everyday traveler. For 2024, a maximum of 100 points were possible for each program based on the following factors: 1️⃣ Ease of earning miles (25% weight) 2️⃣ Redemption rates (20% weight) 3️⃣ Availability on partner airlines (15% weight) 4️⃣ Ease of booking (12.5% weight) 5️⃣ Expanded availability on own airline (7.5% weight) 6️⃣ Routing rules (5% weight) 7️⃣ Ability to hold awards (5% weight) 8️⃣ Customer service quality (5% weight) 9️⃣ Change fees/policies (5% weight) 🔟 Non-factors

The New York Times asked us about Turkish Airlines' business class. Our take: It's great, and surprisingly accessible through the points and programs travelers already have — no quid pro quo required 😅. Turkish Airlines is a member of Star Alliance, so it’s actually quite straightforward to redeem points and miles (including points you may already have with your credit cards!) for business-class tickets. Programs like Air Canada Aeroplan and United MileagePlus have access to Turkish Airlines inventory, and if you transfer your Amex, Chase, or Bilt points to those programs, you could expect to pay 70k-90k points each way in business class for flights between North America and Europe. Ironically, upgrading to business class on Turkish Airlines is vastly more expensive. Upgrades using Miles&Smiles are 65,000 from economy to business class (each way!).

That mom moment when you take a million photos in business class, because you know it’s all about capturing those memories! ✈️📸 Speaking of millions… what if you could earn 1 million @flyingblue miles for your next adventure? 🌍💺 Enter the giveaway and you could be snapping selfies from the skies too! https://bit.ly/3Zc5e0L

Let's dive into each of the factors we used to rank the World's Best Airline Rewards Programs: https://bit.ly/3zu4rhk 1️⃣ Ease of earning miles (25% weight) To determine the ease of earning the miles required for a trip, point.me analyzed the potential points awarded by co-branded credit cards in the United States, along with those of the major transferable credit card currencies, against the Bureau of Economic Analysis statistics on personal consumption expenditures. This provided benchmarks for US consumer spending and the average number of miles people could earn from non-flight activity. We also considered the relative frequency and ratio of credit card transfer bonuses and mileage sales promotions. Ok, but so what does that actually mean and why does that matter? Here's Tiffany to break it down. #pointme 🧮 How we ranked the top airline loyalty programs of 2024 ✈️ We used a mix of quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate aspects of each program as of August 1, 2024. Categories are weighted based on their impact on the everyday traveler. For 2024, a maximum of 100 points were possible for each program based on the following factors: 1️⃣ Ease of earning miles (25% weight) 2️⃣ Redemption rates (20% weight) 3️⃣ Availability on partner airlines (15% weight) 4️⃣ Ease of booking (12.5% weight) 5️⃣ Expanded availability on own airline (7.5% weight) 6️⃣ Routing rules (5% weight) 7️⃣ Ability to hold awards (5% weight) 8️⃣ Customer service quality (5% weight) 9️⃣ Change fees/policies (5% weight) 🔟 Non-factors