 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY 01/31/2019 TODAY'S THE DAY Today is a very important day for frequent travelers. Points and miles enthusiasts don't only need to track their rewards balances and credit card payments — from benefits that expire at the end of the year to those that start anew, there are important dates to keep in mind, too. And, as of this morning, another notable deadline has arrived. This is your very last chance to:
It's also your last day to enter United's million-mile sweepstakes by mail, and time's running out to apply for Amex's premium business card before the fee jumps to $595 in February — if you've been planning to add that card to your wallet, now's the time to do so. -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.
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 United's smallest wide-body plane will soon have one of the airline's largest Polaris cabins. While plans are still being firmed up, the retrofitted 767-300s will likely fly some of United's most profitable transatlantic routes — and, given the high number of biz seats, saver awards and upgrades should be plentiful, too.
 The largest resort on Turks & Caicos will close its doors indefinitely, leaving tourists hunting for alternatives. Fortunately, there are some options, especially if you're looking to use Hyatt points for a Small Luxury Hotels stay.
 Our pick? Global and Regional Upgrade Certificates. If you earned Platinum and/or Diamond Medallion status for the 2018 flying year, remember that today is your very last chance to make selections!
 Depending on where you're flying, American's 757-200s can offer a very different experience up front. Fortunately, those aging recliner seats will soon be no more, with a lie-flat version becoming the new norm. LOUNGE ACCESS When it comes time to redeem your hard-earned points, it pays to know that you're getting the best of the best. We asked readers which points hotel has the best beach to help you narrow down your search. While we saw the expected St. Regis Maldives, Andaz Maui and Ritz-Carlton Aruba, reader Brian B. mentioned one attainable for most budgets: "The Quality Inn on the Beach in Clearwater, Florida. Not the fanciest hotel, but it's right off the beach (with its own private one) and has some of the most beautiful water I have seen. Honestly, with a beach that pretty there is no need for a fancy hotel." Have your own tips to share? Sound off in the TPG Lounge. NEWS YOU CAN USE • Earn up to 120k Avios With the British Airways Visa • This Video of a Tourist Unknowingly Holding Deadly Octopus Is Going Viral • Will My Credit Card Issuer Refund Me If My Airline Goes Bankrupt? • What Is World of Hyatt Elite Status Worth in 2019? • Why Timeshares Aren’t Always a Scam • When the Long Way is the Right Way: Swiss Air Lines’ A330 in Business, London to New York via Geneva • Drunk WestJet Passenger Ordered to Pay $21,000 • This Sandwich Served on Emirates May Be Worse Than Fyre Festival’s • Wall Street Is Begging Hawaiian Airlines for Basic Economy • What Today’s Snow Squall Looked Like In New York City       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 |