Continental adds new benefits to OnePass FFP
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HOUSTON, Sept. 10, 2009 - Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) today announced changes to its OnePass frequent flyer program, adding new benefits for its customers. Some of the changes will occur in conjunction with the airline joining Star Alliance on Oct. 27, 2009.
Continental’s OnePass members will enjoy reciprocal mileage earning and redemption opportunities with Star Alliance’s 24 member airlines and will be able to connect to more than 950 cities all over the world.
“With our entry into Star Alliance along with several program changes, customers will find the OnePass program to be better than ever,” said Mark Bergsrud, senior vice president of marketing programs and distribution at Continental Airlines.
When Continental joins Star Alliance, OnePass Platinum and Gold Elite members will become Star Alliance Gold members, gaining recognition and rewards across all member airlines in addition to OnePass benefits. Platinum and Gold Elite members will have access to more than 800 worldwide lounges when traveling on an international itinerary with any Star Alliance member airline, regardless of class of travel. Additionally, Platinum and Gold Elite members will receive an extra baggage allowance of up to three bags or 44 additional pounds (20 kg) on both Continental and Star Alliance member airlines and will receive priority services including priority airport check-in, boarding and baggage handling across the network.
In addition to these benefits, upcoming changes to the OnePass program include fewer fees for Platinum Elite members, no more Saturday-night stay required for reward travel and 100 percent Elite Qualification Miles and Points earnings on any ticket regardless of where it was bought or issued.
“With change comes opportunity, and we’re working hard to ensure the transition to Star is smooth for our customers,” said Bergsrud. “We look forward to bringing new benefits, better global coverage and more good news later this year.”
Summary of Continental’s New OnePass Policies
Effective on Oct. 27, 2009
With Continental’s entry into Star Alliance, mileage requirements for reward travel will change, effective for travel booked on or after Oct. 27, 2009. View Travel and Upgrade Reward Charts.
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