Martini Review of the Week: 

It’s Saturday and it’s time for the Martini Review of the Week. Take a look at this week’s top news, deals, and reviews below.

Stronger TSA screening procedures for carry-on items are now in full swing for the busy summer travel schedule. This is a result of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) implementing additional screening procedures for carry-on items. Passengers will now be required to place all electronics larger than a cell phone, food items, powders and liquids/gels in a separate bin for a clearer X-ray image.

News

• Airline Open Seating vs. Assigned Seat Assignments
• Airport Lounge Access Amex Platinum Cardholders
• Stronger TSA Screening Procedures for Carry-On Items
• Leveraging Delta Regional Upgrade Certificates Domestically
• Hate Flying United Airlines and American Airlines?
• Increased 50K Offer Chase Ink Cash Card Worth Considering
• 5 Reasons To Get The Business Platinum Card From American Express
• American Reduced Mileage Awards
• Delta Flash Sale Award Tickets
• Hilton Status Match
• Another Poor Dog Dies Under Airline’s Watch
• Uber Cool New Safety Features With App
• Marriott Adds New Luxury Collection Property In Savannah
• Hyatt Place New Breakfast Change
• Delta Resuming This Nonstop Route First Time In Decade
• Delta Employees Complaining About New Uniforms, Changes Being Made

Delta Regional Upgrade Certificates are one of the Choice Benefits that Diamond and Platinum Medallions members can select once earning or re-qualifying for status, which if used effectively can save you quite a bit of money. Learn how to redeem for maximum value in our post Leveraging Delta Regional Upgrade Certificates Domestically.

Deals

• Up To $1K Back FedEx With American Express Business Card Offer
• AirFrance KLM Discounted Award Flights Up To 50% Off
• Score Up To 35% Off Starwood
• Amazon Has Hotels.com Gift Card Discounted
• Save Big At Staples With This New Offer!
• Earn $50 Gift Card Every 2 Stays
• Amazon $30 Off $60 With 1 MR Point Extended!
• Deal Fares From $59 But Book Today!
• Amazon Gift Cards On Sale
• Get Free $10 Amazon Credit With Citi 1-Click Payment

The Park Hyatt Tokyo is an iconic five-star hotel located high in the sky! Made famous in part from the movie Lost in Translation, the luxury property offers amazing service, panoramic views of the city, and easy access to the Shinjuku area of Tokyo. Check out our Hotel Review: Park Hyatt Tokyo.

Reviews

• Hotel Review: Park Hyatt Tokyo
• Lounge Review: Cathay Pacific Tokyo Haneda (HND) Lounge

Drink of the Week:

• Rum and Coke

Please feel free to comment below with any questions or feedback on any of these posts!