 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY 04/06/2019 MILEAGEPLUS 'UPDATE' Whenever a loyalty program emails customers with an "update," it's rarely good news. It's also usually not quite as terrible as the changes United Airlines shared with its most loyal customers this week, though, following in the footsteps of Delta, which made similar tweaks in 2015. So, here's the deal:
The good news is that the old pricing is still in effect for flights through November 14, and the airline will still publish charts for partner awards — for the time being, at least. -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.
 Although American Airlines has made it more frustrating to use miles on its own flights, redeeming for partner awards is still a terrific deal — especially on trips to Asia with top-notch carriers like Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific.
 While it's still a work in progress, unwanted sound is replaced with ambient white noise and other soothing tones, by strategically placing speakers around the cabin to combat engine rumble during a flight.
 Don't yet have the Chase Freedom Unlimited card? New customers now have a different sign-up bonus to look forward to, offering 3% back or 3x points on their first $20,000 in purchases in the first year of membership.
 Virgin Trains USA isn’t just eyeing expansion to Orlando and Disney — it also hopes to offer future service to Tampa, and between Las Vegas and Southern California.
 A number of Southwest Airlines travelers woke up to some unexpected major excitement in their inboxes this week: The carrier notified them they that they had earned the coveted Southwest Companion Pass, valid through the end of 2019. TIP OF THE DAY A bit of prep makes it much easier to avoid missing out on a phenomenal flight deal. NEWS YOU CAN USE • Boeing Takes Responsibility for MAX, the Best Internship Ever, Priority Pass Lounge Changes and More • This Foolproof Strategy Will Help Your Family Get Along Together on Vacation • Is Cambodia a Family-Friendly Destination? • My First Rewards Credit Card Was … • A Year of Empty-Leg Private Jet Travel Up For Grabs in Delta SkyMiles Auction • Someone Wants to Build a Hotel on What May Be New York City’s Only Private Island • Taking AAdvantage of American Airlines Off Peak Awards • Choosing the Best Credit Card for American Airlines Flyers • It’s Finally Happening: Istanbul’s Airport Is Moving • Be One of the First: LEGOLAND New York Play Passes Now on Sale       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 |
