 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY 02/01/2019 SHUTDOWN STILL LOOMS When President Trump abruptly ended the government shutdown following extensive delays at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) a week ago today, one thing was clear: funding could run out in three weeks, and, without a permanent solution in place, it likely will. In the meantime, we continue to learn about more ways the shutdown is impacting the country, even with a temporary measure in place. For example:
Even with the government back up and running, we'll be dealing with the last shutdown's effects for some time to come — our country, and its travel infrastructure, will be even worse off should one start again. -Zach Honig, Editor-at-Large Posts in this newsletter contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our Advertising Policy, visit this page.
 After a lengthy hiatus, Citi Prestige has finally returned for new sign-ups, this time with a 50,000-point bonus. The card's phenomenal 4th Night Free perk remains uncapped for now, giving you several months to use that benefit as much as you wish.
 Having high expectations can be a double-edged sword when it comes to premium travel, as it amplifies the disappointment of even the smallest mishaps. Even so, first class on Korean Air's 747 lived up to the hype, making for a very good use of Marriott points.
 Once or twice a week, Disney is offering early risers the opportunity to spend extra time in Magic Kingdom's Fantasyland before the park's normal 9am opening time. You will pay dearly for the privilege.
 If there's a Southwest trip you know you want to take on the newly extended schedule, now's a great time to book. And nope, Hawaii is not on the airline’s published schedule... at least not yet.
 Airlines around the world launch and announce dozens of new flight routes and service changes every month. From more JetBlue service from Boston to a new American Airlines nonstop to Mexico, we look at what took flight during the first few weeks of 2019. LOUNGE ACCESS There are countless ways to determine whether it makes more sense to use cash or points to book a trip. In a recent TPG Lounge thread, readers weighed departure and arrival airports, aircraft type, cab fares, potential delays and more. As member Art S. explains,"Normally I like a nonstop flight. However, I have found fares that were too good to resist by flying to another airport on a separate ticket and then on to the planned destination. If I can save several hundred or more, I do it." Have your own tips to share? Sound off in the TPG Lounge. NEWS YOU CAN USE • The Airbus A380 Might Find a New Savior: British Airways • Elephant Seals Took Over This Popular California Beach During Shutdown • Which Marriott Bonvoy Credit Card Is Right for You? • Using the Wrong Award Search Engine — Reader Mistake Story • Disneyland Paris to Host First Magical Pride Event • Is Nepal a Family-Friendly Destination? • Air New Zealand Axes ‘Unbearable’ Hip Hop Flight Safety Video • Parents With Infants Can Buy 1, Get 2 Free Via Southwest Companion Pass • Up There With the Best of Them: A Review of the Strata Lounge at Auckland International • Choosing the Best Credit Card for Delta Flyers       You are receiving this email because you opted in at thepointsguy.com. The credit card offers that appear on the website are from credit card companies from which ThePointsGuy.com receives compensation. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site (including, for example, the order in which they appear). This site does not include all credit card companies or all available credit card offers. Please view our advertising policy page for more information. Editorial Note: Opinions expressed here are author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities The Points Guy © All rights reserved 2019 |