As the end of the year approaches, your time to qualify for elite status with most loyalty programs is coming to a close.
Check your favorite programs to see how you’re progressing toward elite status. Even if you didn’t have any plans to earn elite status, you might find yourself close to reaching a higher tier.
If you are, the question becomes how to reach the next status tier and whether it is worth doing so. Check out our guides to earning last-minute elite status for tips on leveling up:
In my case, I decided to book a four-day trip to Dubai, with just one full night in the city, to requalify for Asiana Airlines Diamond status (which gives me Star Alliance Gold status).
I knew I’d get a lot of value from free checked bags, priority check-in and lounge access for the next two years when flying Star Alliance airlines. So I jumped on a $1,724 premium economy fare that would give me the earnings I needed and get me back to the U.S. in time for Thanksgiving.
Check back later this week to learn how I used an expiring credit card benefit during my time in Dubai. But for now, check out the following stories:
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