 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY 02/11/2019 APPLY FOR PRECHECK NOW While more than 800,000 employees were impacted by the longest government shutdown to date, a far smaller group of federal workers commanded much of the related media attention — including here at TPG — due to their impact on the travel industry. With another potential shutdown now just days away, frequent travelers should take this time to protect themselves against the risk of hours-long checkpoint waits, by enrolling in TSA PreCheck before it's too late. If you're considering signing up, be sure to see:
Though PreCheck has proven especially useful during a government shutdown or high-traffic periods, the service can save you significant time during all your travels throughout the year. If you don't already have it, now's as good a time as any to register for PreCheck or Global Entry. -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.
 While the discounts typically aren't amazing, Marriott's PointSavers program lets members book certain properties for less than the standard cost. This time around, you can save on hotels in Bali, London, New Orleans and more.
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 This "super-cool beachfront hotel" may score points for its "gorgeous public spaces" and "great service at the pools and beach," but the obnoxious resort fee, expensive dining options and limited elite perks should serve as a warning to anyone looking to book a stay. LOUNGE ACCESS It's midwinter in the Northern Hemisphere, which means ski season is in full effect. There are plenty of options when it comes to using points and miles to make the most of your trip — from offsetting the cost of lift tickets to redeeming for hotels with ski-in/out access — but there's one cost-saving tip almost anyone can take advantage of. As Lisa S. explains, you can get "free checked bag[s] with your credit card... when flying with skis and boots." Put all that money you'll save toward the cost of après-ski activities, instead. Have your own tips to share? Sound off in the TPG Lounge. NEWS YOU CAN USE • You Can Now Use Your Hilton Honors Points to Book Stays at the Waldorf Astoria Maldives • Last Day Ever to Apply for the SPG Amex • Flying During This Week’s Snowstorms? 6 Airlines Have Weather Waivers at 40 Airports • My Trip Delay Coverage Didn’t Apply — Reader Mistake Story • 5 Annoying Experiences You Might Have at a Hostel and What to Do About Them • Deal Alert: US to Bali Flights on Sale From $473 Round-trip • Delta Issues Weather Waivers Ahead of Winter Storm on Tuesday • What It’s Like to Fly Vietnam’s Newest Airline: Bamboo Airways • Your First Look at Virgin Voyages’ Debut Cruise Ship • Deal Alert: Get $175 Off ‘Romantic’ American Airlines Vacation Packages       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 |
