Wednesday, October 8

North America

American Airlines gives AAdvantage members early access to FIFA World Cup 26™ tickets
North America

American Airlines gives AAdvantage members early access to FIFA World Cup 26™ tickets

American Airlines announced that AAdvantage® members will be able to redeem miles for FIFA World Cup 26™ match tickets starting October 13. The program provides exclusive early access to all tournament matches, depending on the member’s AAdvantage® status. Photo Courtesy of American Airlines As the Official North American Airline Supplier of FIFA World Cup 26™, American is offering tiered redemption access: Oct. 13 – Executive Platinum® and ConciergeKey® members Oct. 14 – Gold®, Platinum®, and Platinum Pro® members Oct. 15 – All AAdvantage® members In addition, American is hosting a sweepstakes where U.S. residents age 18 and over can enter daily for a chance to win final match tickets at aa.com/fwc26perks. AAdvantage® members can also earn miles and Loyalty Points ...
Aeroplan launches Points Matching Week to support air travel for children needing hospital care
Canada

Aeroplan launches Points Matching Week to support air travel for children needing hospital care

MONTRÉAL, QC – According to the Air Canada Foundation, Aeroplan’s annual Points Matching Week in support of its Hospital Transportation Program has officially launched and will run through October 12. Photo Courtesy of Air Canada Aeroplan and its partners TD, CIBC, and American Express will each match donated Aeroplan Points up to 10 million points. With Aeroplan also matching, members’ donations will be tripled, significantly increasing air travel support for families whose children require specialized medical treatment outside their home communities. The Hospital Transportation Program has been providing flights for pediatric patients and their guardians since 2003. In 2024, 379 flights were arranged for 129 families across Canada. The program works with Canada’s Children’s Hos...