Double promo to buy Miles&More: if you get the 30% now then you get the 50%, but watch out for depreciation

Accumulating Miles&More points is not an easy thing to do, but in Italy with ITA's entry into LH's orbit things are bound to change. Of course there is the Mastercard Gold Miles&More that allows you to turn your daily spending into miles, but otherwise there are no big bonuses although things may soon change.

One of the ways that can be taken advantage of is definitely to buy points. Specifically at Lufthansa, in order to be in compliance with German law, they came up with Bundle&Go. Basically. they sell you Mile&More miles along with other practically useless things, but so they are legal at 100%.

The double Miles&More promo

Until May 31, 2025 you have a chance to get up to 50% bonus miles. However, not right away because first you have to buy a bundle with the bonus 30% and you will have, then the chance to get a second bonus of 50%.

Basically, if you purchase one of the available bundles (XS, S, M, or L) during the promotional period, you immediately receive a 30% bonus on the miles in the bundle. The real treat comes later: if you choose a size S, M, or L bundle, you also get the right to a 50% bonus on miles on your next purchase made between June 5 and June 15, 2025.

What bundles are available

After purchase you receive an email with instructions to redeem benefits, and miles are credited within 5 business days. What to watch out for:

• You can purchase only one bundle per transaction
• Bundles are non-refundable (once purchased, it's yours)
• You cannot combine this promo with other offers (such as Priority Pass or Hotel & Cars discount codes)"

Important: During your purchase, remember to check the consent box to receive communications. It is the only way to get the email that unlocks your 50% bonus in June.

Why are we talking about this on TFC?

Because promos like this are one of the secret weapons of those who know how to maximize the benefits of loyalty programs. Of course, buying miles is not always a good deal - But with a 30% bonus today and a 50% in June, the €/mile ratio may become attractive, especially if you are already planning an award booking with Lufthansa, SWISS or other Star Alliance partners.

Yesterday we told about the Mileage Bargains, if, for example, you saw something that interests you, but you don't have enough points this might be a smart way to save money.

Beware of taxes--but there is a way out

There is a "but," however: bookings with Miles & More on Lufthansa First are often loaded with fuel surcharge And taxes that easily exceed 900€.

But even here there is a shortcut that few people know about: it is called the First Flex Plus.

With a little extra in miles, you can almost zero out your taxes. Here is a concrete example:

• ✈️ Chicago - Frankfurt with First Flex: 91,000 miles + 926.70 USD of taxes

• ✈️ Same route with First Flex Plus: 115,000 miles + 10.10 USD

Basically, with 24,000 extra miles, you cut almost $900 in extra costs. If you have enough miles or take advantage of a purchase promo like this, it's definitely worth the candle.

Beware of incoming devaluation

We've said it and we're saying it again. At the beginning of June will come the revolution for Miles&More award tickets, at the moment there is no information whether it will be a disguised devaluation or a simple paradigm shift: from fixed award to dimanic award with no big increases on the minimum price.

So if you are going to buy Better to do it knowing what you are up against.

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