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Singapore Airlines: KrisFlyer Programme Celebrates 25 Years!

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KrisFlyer is marking two major milestones as the Singapore Airline (SIA) Group's lifestyle programme celebrates it's 25th anniversary while also marking the milestone of crossing eight million members in January 2024.

The KirsFlyer reward programme introduced by SIA allows its loyal fliers to explore extensive dining, shopping and a variety of other experiences on top of earning and redeeming miles. As SIA puts it, ‘be rewarded for doing the things you love’. With this, KrisFlyers get to accumulate miles to redeem or upgrade their next flight as well as mix miles and cash to offset the cost of tickets. 

Marking 25 Years to KrisFlyers

SIA launched the frequent flyer rewards system all the way back in 1999, marking its 25th anniversary this year. On this happy occasion, SIA also announced another milestone as the membership programme reached eight million members in January 2024!

Today, KrisFlyer is a market-leading lifestyle-centric rewards programme thanks to the strong support of our members, who enjoy wide-ranging accrual and redemtopn opportunities beyond flights to various needs in their daily life. We look forward to celebrating out 25th anniversary and KrisFlyer’s membership milestone with these wide-ranging promotions. We will continue to find ways to enhance the programme’s value to our members in the coming years says Mr. Dai Haoyu, Acting Senior Vice President Marketing Planning, Singapore Airline.

In celebration of this major milestone, SIA has announced a range of offers and promotions that its KrisFlyer members can enjoy to mark the occasion!

Bonus Miles Promotions

KrisFlyer members are now welcome to enjoy a range of promotions which starts off this February. KrisFlyers members are to earn 50% more miles for all SIA flights booked on the website from 1 to 10th February 2024, for travel between July 1st to 30th November 2024. Members can make this offer even more enticing by using a Mastercard credit or debit, which makes them eligible to enter a lucky draw. Prices range from one million, 500,000, or 250,000 KrisFlyer miles up for grabs.

If you’re a KrisFlyer who loves the KrisShop, this is your chance to shop till you drop and earn miles. From February 1 to 14, 2024, KrisShop is giving away 250 bonus miles for every S$25 spent on the platform using a Mastercard credit or debit. If you spend a maximum of S$100 on a travel experience with Pelago, earn up to 2,500 bonus miles as well!

Members can also participate in a contest on KrisFlyer’s Facebook and Instagram pages from 5 to 25 February 2024. Share your KrisFlyer dream travel destination and one experience or item you would like to redeem with the KrisFlyer mile and stand a chance to win 25,000 miles!

Earn Status Credits Beyond the Skies with Singapore Airline

PPS Club and KrisFlyer members stand a chance to earn PPS Value and Elite miles for cash spending on Kirs+, KrisShop, or Pelago from March to May 2024. For every S$3 spent or 1 Elite mile for every S$1 spent on non-flight activities, members will earn 1 PPS value! This is capped at 2,500 PPS Value or 5,000 Elite miles. 

Discounts and Spending Offers for KrisFlyer Members

Last but not least, KrisFlyer members can also enjoy mile redemption discounts from 15 to 29th February 2024 for the following:

  • KrisShop: Up to 50% miles redemption discounts for selected product categories on rotation
  • Pelago: 25% mile redemption discounts for experiences 
  • KrisFlyer vRooms: 25% mile redemption discounts for hotel rooms and car rental bookings

Members who redeem their miles via Spontaneous Escapes can also enjoy an additional benefits of a one-month travel eligibility period. These benefits are applicable for flights redeemed between 15 and 29 February 2024.

There will also be more than 40 limited-time deals for purchase via Kris+, such as 25% discount dining and shopping vouchers. The first 2,500 users who spend a minimum of S$100 on Kris+ using a Mastercard credit or debit card will also receive an instant rebate of S$25 in KrisPay miles!

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21 Countries on the U.S. “Do Not Travel” List: What It Means and Why It Matters

U.S Do Not Travel List

As international travel continues to rebound, a recent update from the United States government highlights rising safety concerns in various parts of the world. The U.S. State Department now lists 21 countries under its highest travel advisory level — a Level 4 “Do Not Travel” designation. This classification warns Americans to avoid visiting these destinations due to severe safety risks, including conflict, crime, terrorism, and unstable political conditions.

The State Department added North Korea and Burkina Faso to this list in April, bringing the total to 21 nations. These updates reflect the department’s ongoing efforts to inform travelers about potential threats abroad.

What Is a Level 4 Advisory?

The U.S. State Department uses a four-tier system to guide travelers on the level of caution they should exercise in foreign countries:

  • Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
  • Level 2: Exercise increased caution
  • Level 3: Reconsider travel
  • Level 4: Do not travel

Officials designate countries as Level 4 when they identify life-threatening risks due to ongoing violence, instability, or legal complications that could affect foreign nationals, especially Americans. This warning serves as a serious alert to the unpredictable nature of local conditions.

The 21 Countries to Avoid

As of the latest update, the following countries fall under a Level 4 advisory:

  • Afghanistan
  • Belarus
  • Burkina Faso
  • Burma (Myanmar)
  • Central African Republic
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo
  • Haiti
  • Iran
  • Iraq
  • Lebanon
  • Libya
  • Mali
  • North Korea
  • Russia
  • Somalia
  • South Sudan
  • Sudan
  • Syria
  • Ukraine
  • Venezuela
  • Yemen

Authorities flag these nations for various concerns, such as armed conflict, political unrest, or the targeting of foreign nationals through kidnapping or arbitrary detention. In some regions, reports indicate that local authorities have detained U.S. citizens without clear cause or access to consular support, particularly in places like North Korea and Iran.

Travelers should also note that not all areas within a country carry the same risk. Some nations contain specific high-risk regions that raise the overall advisory level. For example, Mexico includes several states under Level 4 due to crime and kidnapping, while the rest of the country holds a Level 2 or 3 designation.

What Travelers Should Do

Although the list targets U.S. citizens, international travelers from other countries can benefit from reviewing multiple sources before finalizing travel plans — including their own national advisories, international news, and firsthand accounts.

Those who choose to travel to higher-risk areas should consider taking the following precautions:

  • Create a detailed emergency plan
  • Register with their embassy, if available
  • Monitor official government updates
  • Familiarize themselves with local laws and customs

Staying Informed While Planning Travel

Officials regularly review and update travel advisories to reflect global developments. A country listed under a higher advisory level today may shift to a lower level as conditions change. Travelers who stay informed and flexible can better navigate international travel. Whether preparing for business, leisure, or personal visits, understanding advisory updates allows travelers to make informed decisions. By staying aware of evolving conditions and available guidance, individuals can approach international trips with greater preparedness and confidence.

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