 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY 03/13/2019 737 MAX BAN The 737 MAX is once again top of mind around the world, as more airlines and countries race to ban Boeing's best-selling new jet — in some cases restricting access to their airspace entirely. With reports of "flight-control problems" prior to Sunday's crash, it does seem reasonable to call the aircraft's safety into question, though there's no question grounding the plane at home would have a big impact on US flyers. Since our last update:
Don't miss our detailed graphic, with a full list of airlines and countries no longer flying the 737 MAX. Meanwhile, we'll be sure to update this page as the Boeing saga continues to develop. -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.
 For travelers and activists interested in visiting some of the planet’s most incredible — and endangered — destinations, the sense of urgency is very real. Climate change is threatening favorite travel spots around the world, from the far-flung Maldives to the Statue of Liberty. #MeaningfulMoments
 It may seem wise to pull the trigger yourself in the heat of the moment, but you could end up doing something that will cost you far more money down the road.
 LATAM provided a relatively smooth ground experience, a decent cabin and an IFE system with a smallish screen but a large selection of content.
 Jutting out from 30 Hudson Yards, the 7,500 square foot outdoor observation deck will offer panoramic views of Manhattan and the Hudson River — and may minimize annoying reflections in your photos.
 Maximizing value may take a bit of work, but sifting through the hotels to find the right fit for your family will pay off in the long run. TIP OF THE DAY Get a better night's sleep on your next flight with a TPG-approved sleep mask, starting at about 10 bucks. NEWS YOU CAN USE • Delta Aims to Provide Free Inflight Wi-Fi In 1 or 2 Years • How Small Businesses Can Start Accepting Credit Cards • The Pilot of Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 Reported ‘Flight-Control Problems’ Before Crash • Maximizing Marriott Bonvoy’s Unique Airline Transfer Options: Part 2 • Travel Insurance Saved Our Vacation — Reader Success Story • How to Find a Baby Sitter on the Road • Disney World Raises Some Ticket Prices at Busiest Times of Year • These Rewards Credit Cards Can Get You Into the World’s Best Restaurants • Friendly, Quirky and Comfy: A Review of the Hotel Indigo Birmingham Five Points South – UAB • FAA Doubles Down on 737 MAX’s Safety; Here’s how a Grounding Would Affect US 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 |
