Lockdowns and quarantine regulations everywhere.

A return to normal air traffic still seems a long way off.

But when the time comes again, ticket costs will rise, predicts miles expert Alexander Koenig - and recommends passengers to stock up on miles now.

WORLD:

Lufthansa is under strong economic pressure and has therefore postponed the planned new Miles & More status program for an indefinite period and announced new status goodwill rules.

What exactly is it about?

Alexander Koenig: In

2021 you will earn double status miles on all Lufthansa Group flights, for example with Swiss and Eurowings as well as with partner airlines such as the Polish LOT.