(CNN) — As the US holiday travel season picks up, many people are noticing that their frequent flyer benefits aren’t going as far as they used to. On many airlines, there are two ways to earn status.

Buying this week’s groceries or paying for a full tank of gas with a credit card might contribute more to the profits of the airline industry than buying a one-way ticket. That’s because frequent ...

Participating in one of the best frequent flyer programs can be a smart way to earn miles for a dream vacation. But choosing the right frequent flyer program for you isn’t easy. You’ll want to sign up ...

Last night, American Airlines' AAdvantage frequent-flyer program took home more Freddie Awards than any other airline. What are the Freddies, you ask? They're the awards for the best frequent-flyer ...

Some frequent flyer programs allow customers to rack up points through everyday purchases. This has led some couples vying over who should get the points for household expenses. Some "friendly ...

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