In business travel, no decision is tougher than selecting a loyalty partnership. Today, that s just the start. As airlines form alliances and partner with hotels, car companies and charge cards, it almost takes an MBA to decide which combination will provide the best return on investment. But it s worth the effort.
Partnerships can pay off big time.
Not in cash, of course. In points, miles, perks, multi-mile bonus buying bonanzas and redemption opportunities. As programs lure travelers with a million miles or combinations of points and miles, as miles become currency for merchandise and merchandise earns points for purchase of who knows what, the key to program survival becomes liquidity. What follows is the latest news on hot ways to earn, convert and redeem today s unofficial currency of frequent travel. Please continue reading by clicking a button below.