 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY 01/30/2019 WINTER STORM UPDATE More winter weather is making its way through the country, disrupting travel throughout the Midwest and Northeastern United States. By Tuesday, airlines had canceled hundreds of flights from both of Chicago's airports, with delays and cancellations impacting major airports from Atlanta (ATL) to New York (LGA). For more insight into how snow and extreme cold impact flyers, see:
Some travelers actually actively seek out snow, as we discuss in this week's Miles Away podcast, but even if you're headed to the slopes, be sure to have a Plan B in mind before you head to the airport — from taking advantage of same-day change policies to using our go-to trick for skipping a long virtual queue, TPG's got you covered on good travel days and bad. -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.
 In the market for a new Apple computer, iPhone or tablet? Today's the day to buy. Both Alaska Mileage Plan and United MileagePlus are offering 6x miles per dollar spent — if you opt for Alaska, that's a whopping 10.8% return!
 In the words of TPG himself, "Qsuite really is the world’s best business-class product. The innovations that the product packs are incredible, the service is always top notch and the food and beverage program is strong," adding that "there’s no better way to enjoy traveling with your friends or loved ones." Yes — Qatar's new biz really is that good.
 While many Marriott members have experienced some frustration following the merger, at least one group of former SPG loyalists woke up to a very pleasant lifetime upgrade this week: what's soon to be Bonvoy Titanium Elite.
 This week, temperatures are expected to hit record-breaking lows as a band of cold air sweeps southward across much of the US. That can make even routine tire swaps quite tricky — as the pros let on, challenges only mount from there.
 With both Amex and Chase offering very similar Marriott cards — for now, at least — it can be a bit confusing to sort out which one's best. While the choice is clear for many travelers, there's just a couple weeks left to sign up. LOUNGE ACCESS Looking for a decent (and free) meal before you board the plane? TPG readers shared some foodie favorites, with their top lounge picks from around the world. While Anthony L. pointed out that "lounges not in the United States" are better than those that are, plenty of readers disagreed, offering up some pretty compelling picks of their own. Next time you're flying out of one of these airports, eat for free on the ground and sleep more on the plane! Have your own tips to share? Sound off in the TPG Lounge. NEWS YOU CAN USE • A Segment Run for Delta Status — Reader Success Story • It Could Take 300 Years for Joshua Tree to Recover From Shutdown-Related Damage • Meet the Car Seat That Converts Into a Stroller in Seconds: The Doona • AAdvantage Aviator Red Card Offering a 60k Sign-Up Bonus • Where to Stay in the Maldives Using Points and Miles • Norwegian Air Really Needs Cash — $350 Million, to Be Exact • Best Travel Destinations With Young Twins • David Neeleman Shares a Sweet Note From JetBlue Crew • Video of Deaf Couple Accusing Delta Air Lines of Discrimination Goes Viral • How Does the Polar Vortex Affect Aircraft?       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 |