How to get the new AAdvantage year off to a rewarding start

The new AAdvantage® status qualification year has started. Besides that, with so many ways to earn Loyalty Points, the path to status and rewards is straightforward.

In order to access Loyalty Point Rewards, which start at 15,000 points, Loyalty Points must be accrued toward status. Each March 1, the Loyalty Points balance is reset to zero. Not to mention, this has no impact on AAdvantage® miles balances, which can still be used for future travel and experiences.

Every year on March 1st, the Loyalty Points balance is reset to zero. Now let us start the games. Members can work toward status and Loyalty Point Rewards for a full year.

Being an AAdvantage® member makes travel better, and having status makes it even better. Achieving AAdvantage® status and earning Loyalty Point Rewards can enhance travel experiences by offering free upgrades, priority boarding, free checked baggage, and additional benefits. Hence, this guide covers five simple ways to travel on American and qualified partner airlines, as well as convert regular spending into Loyalty Points and miles. In fact, the most beneficial travel companion is the AAdvantage program. So, if you are not already a member, you can join for free at aa.com.

5 Ways To Convert Your Everyday Spending Into Loyalty Points And Miles

Activate your AAdvantage® credit card for regular expenses.

By making purchases with one of these credit cards, you can begin accruing miles and Loyalty Points1, hastening the process of achieving AAdvantage® status. In fact, depending on the card they use, cardmembers can benefit from mileage multipliers in certain categories.

Shop:

Purchasing groceries, remodeling your house, planning a vacation, or even funding your impending wedding are all excellent ways to accrue loyalty points and miles toward an incredible journey. Therefore, shop at more than 1,200 online retailers with the AAdvantage eShoppingTM program to accrue miles and Loyalty Points for each dollar spent. After all, with a linked Mastercard®, you can earn extra miles with SimplyMiles® on purchases made in-store and online from a selection of brands.

Dine Out:

When dining out, use your linked credit or debit card to make payments. Moreover, with the AAdvantage DiningTM program, you can accrue miles and Loyalty Points for each dollar spent at participating restaurants.

Pro tip:

When you go out to eat with family and friends, offer to pay the bill so they can return part of the money and earn even more.

Make Hotel Reservations:

With every hotel stay, you can accrue up to 15,000 Loyalty Points and miles. Not to mention, you can find out further about AAdvantage HotelsTM.

Obtain Tickets For Plays, Concerts, Sports, And Other Events:

Members can get closer to status or a dream vacation the more events they participate in. Furthermore, when buying tickets for events on aadvantageevents.com, AAdvantage® members can accrue miles and Loyalty Points for entertainment. Hence, you can access all of Ticketmaster’s offerings, including theater, concerts, sports, and other ticketed events, on the new platform.

Use Loyalty Point Rewards To Enhance The Status Journey’s Satisfaction

In 2023, American launched Loyalty Point Rewards, which provide members with additional benefits prior to, during, and following status levels. In fact, members can tailor their rewards based on their preferences, including system upgrades, free status with travel partners, and more, by using Loyalty Point Reward levels.

Members can now select Loyalty Points as their Loyalty Point Reward, which will expedite their advancement toward status and additional benefits. Additionally, there are three reward levels to choose from: 15,000, 175,000, and 250,000 Loyalty Points.

Visit aa.com to find out more about how to achieve new AAdvantage® status tiers and Loyalty Point Rewards, which will allow you to experience the best of travel.

Get the American Airlines app on your phone to monitor your advancement towards AAdvantage® status. Not to mention, participation in the AAdvantage® program is subject to the terms and conditions, which are available at aa.com. Finally, for further information, please review the terms and conditions that apply to each American Airlines AAdvantage® Mastercard® credit card.