 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY 02/17/2019 ELITE STATUS VALUATION It's not just American AAdvantage, Delta SkyMiles and United MileagePlus — frequent travelers often build loyalty with a single hotel program, too. But unlike airlines, some chains consistently offer a speedy path to status — in some cases, even the very top tier — making it easy to qualify with relatively few stays. Still, you'll need to decide which chain and level to focus on. Some road-warrior favorites include:
It can be easy to get all googly-eyed when faced with bonus points and suite upgrades, but just as with airline status, you should choose your program carefully — based both on business travel needs and leisure trips you hope to pursue. -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.
 Singapore offers one of the most extravagant experiences in the sky — if you have a little flexibility in your schedule next month, now's your chance to splurge on the airline's finest, for half the usual miles.
 For months, those who have wondered if their information was part of Marriott's massive breach were simply left hanging. Now, the chain has finally released a method for guests to see if their data was included.
 Sometimes, especially when you play the points-and-miles game, you've gotta take the long way home — depending on the carrier you choose, that can turn out to be a very good thing.
 The carrier's first A350-900 is scheduled to be delivered during the second quarter of 2019. JAL is set to take delivery of 18 -900 and 13 -1000 variants, with options for an additional 25 aircraft as well.
 Considering the increased Saver and Everyday award availability and the ability to be wait-listed into Saver business class, United's cobranded credit cards can be an essential tool for making the most of your miles. LOUNGE ACCESS Unless you're flying as a non-rev passenger, the days of needing to dress up for a flight are long over. Still, there's something to be said for being practical. In a very long discussion about what a particular reader should be wearing on her upcoming 15-hour flight, TPG Lounger Charles S. offered up some useful wisdom: "I usually dress smart casual, so if something happens to my luggage I am covered at my destination." Have your own tips to share? Sound off in the TPG Lounge. NEWS YOU CAN USE • How to Redeem Points With the Marriott Bonvoy Program • These Are the Worst #HotelFails — and Easy Ways Hotels Can Fix Them • Tourists May Feel Effects as Bangkok’s Air Quality Hovers at “Unhealthy” Levels • Book a Boozy Train Ride to Tequila, Mexico • Delta Now Sending Brag Tags to Million Milers — Here’s What They Look Like • Check to See if You Can Earn Bonus Miles Through United’s Latest Mile Play Promo • RIP to the SPG Amex; Looking for New Love With Bonvoy • Marriott Offering Free Night Promo For New Members • Tired in Times Square: A Review of The Algonquin Hotel in New York City • Uber Launches Mini-Lounge at LaGuardia Airport       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 |
