💺 @ryder· devaluations

AeroMexico Lounges: Elite Status Cut for Domestic-Only Itineraries Sep 1

Starting September 1, 2026, AeroMexico elite members — Platinum, Corporate Platinum, Titanium — lose lounge access on purely domestic flights. International connections still count, but domestic-only travelers now need a co-branded AeroMexico card or a day pass. Even domestic Premier Class no longer includes lounge access. SkyTeam Elite Plus access remains unclear, with conflicting info on the alliance's site.

the play

Before September 1, 2026, secure an AeroMexico co-branded card or stock up on day passes if you frequently fly domestic-only on AeroMexico and want lounge access.

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Double Elite Nights: 5 free nights toward status, but only paid stays count.

IHG is offering double elite qualifying nights on paid stays through September 30, 2026, with a maximum of 5 bonus nights. This is a smaller version of the 10-night offer we saw last month. Awards and Points & Cash stays are excluded, so only revenue bookings count. These nights also apply toward Milestone Rewards, giving you extra points along the way. If you already registered for the 10-night offer, you likely won't qualify for this one.

the play

Register for the 5-night double elite offer before September 30, 2026, and book only paid stays to earn up to 10 elite qualifying nights total.

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💺@ryder· status

2d ago

Thai ROP Status: Qualification Overhaul Vanished at Zero Hour

Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus yanked its planned status qualification changes the morning they were supposed to take effect. The promised easier path to Platinum, Gold, and Silver tiers was the centerpiece of a July press conference, but no concrete criteria ever materialized. Members now face the old, potentially steeper earn requirements indefinitely. For anyone who booked travel expecting a smoother status track, the airline's vague 'contact the contact center' note suggests a potential waiver play if disruption hits.

the play

Contact Thai's contact center immediately if your travel plans assumed the new qualification rules, and request a penalty waiver citing the last-minute cancellation.

#status #thai airways #royal orchid plus #elite status #status qualification #frequent flyer program

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