American Airlines Welcomes Fiji Airways to AAdvantage Program

By Ivan PetrenkoJun 29, 2024 09:30 AMNews
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Fiji Airways joins American's AAdvantage rewards program. Source: unsplash

American Airlines has announced that Fiji Airways, Fiji’s national carrier, will join the prestigious AAdvantage® travel rewards program in the upcoming year. This integration will allow AAdvantage® members to earn and redeem miles while enjoying exclusive benefits when flying with Fiji Airways.

The collaboration promises a seamless experience for travelers, including priority check-in, boarding, complimentary baggage allowance, and preferred seating. Enhanced award redemption options will also be available, making travel more rewarding for members of both airlines.

AAdvantage®, launched in 1981, is renowned as the world's longest-running travel loyalty program. Over the decades, it has evolved to offer members unparalleled travel experiences, with numerous ways to earn and use miles along with diverse rewards and status benefits. Anmol Bhargava, American’s Vice President of Partnerships, highlighted the strategic move: "We are taking our partnership with Fiji Airways one step further by offering our mutual customers the opportunity to unlock more destinations and travel experiences through the AAdvantage® program."

Fiji Airways serves 26 destinations across 15 countries and territories and will become a full member of the oneworld alliance in 2025. This partnership is expected to enhance the airline's connectivity, bringing more American travelers to the South Pacific paradise. Andre Viljoen, Managing Director and CEO of Fiji Airways, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating it marks a significant milestone that will benefit millions of travelers with new perks.

The alliance is poised to significantly boost tourism in Fiji. Viljoen noted, "With this partnership, Fiji Airways is set to gain access to a vast network of American travelers, potentially increasing visitor arrivals to the enchanting destination of Fiji." The islands' pristine beaches, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality are anticipated to draw more American tourists, contributing to Fiji's thriving tourism industry.

Overall, this new collaboration between American Airlines and Fiji Airways aims to enrich travel experiences and expand destination options for travelers, cementing the importance of loyalty programs in modern air travel.

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