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Delta announced they’ll be expanding service at Miami International Airport (MIA) by adding 13 new daily flights to 4 new cities including including new service from Orlando, Raleigh-Durham, Salt Lake City and Tampa. These new flights will be added in May, with the exception of Salt Lake City which will begin in late July. Per Delta,…
Marriott announced their newest W property in Mexico, which is scheduled to open in 2023. The W Playa del Carmen will be the 3rd W property in Mexico, which complement the existing W Punta de Mita and the W Mexico City. W Playa del Carmen will be located in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula and offer 218 guest…
Hilton Honors has launched their latest promotion called Points Unlimited, where you’ll be able to earn 2,000 points on every stay. Additionally, you’ll earn 10,000 extra points every 10 nights, with no limit to the number of points you can earn with this offer for stays January 6 – May 3, 2020. Be sure to register…
America Express has opened their latest Centurion Lounge at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The lounge is located in Terminal 4 across from Gate B22, which is the largest Terminal at the airport housing Southwest Airlines and American Airlines. The newest lounge is open daily from 5:30am-10pm. Both cardholders of the Platinum Card® from American Express, and The…
I recently shared how I was Embarking on the Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Challenge, where I’d need to stay 16 nights within 90 days of enrolling to earn Marriott Platinum Elite Status. As I was mattress running in New York City, next up was the next stop was the Moxy NYC Chelsea, which I was excited to compare coming…
I recently shared how I was Embarking on the Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Challenge, where I’d need to stay 16 nights within 90 days of enrolling to earn Marriott Platinum Elite Status. As I was mattress running in New York City, my next stop was the the Moxy NYC Times Square. The Moxy Times Square is located in the…
Hyatt’s Carmel Valley Ranch will be rebranding as it switches over from Hyatt’s Joie de Vivre Hotels to The Unbound Collection by Hyatt next week. The property is currently a World of Hyatt Category 6, with free nights starting at 25,000 points per night. Last year we shared how, Hyatt will begin welcoming Joie de Vivre…
American Airlines has announced their latest Buy Miles promotion, which is running now through January 12, 2020, where you can buy up to 150,000 American Airlines AAdvantage miles this time at 26% off. American Airlines constantly offers promotions when purchasing miles, so I’m not the least surprised to see another one being offered. With this new offer…
United Airlines has announced their latest status match for 2020, which is referred to as the MileagePlus Premier Status Match Challenge. If you currently have elite status with another airline, your account will be upgraded for 90 days to Premier Silver, Premier Gold or Premier Platinum status based on the level you hold in your current frequent…
I recently shared how I was Embarking on the Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Challenge, where I’d need to stay 16 nights within 90 days of enrolling to earn Marriott Platinum Elite Status. As I was mattress running in New York City, my next stop was the new Courtyard New York Manhattan/Midtown West. This property is located near the new…
American Express is offering a targeted 20% transfer bonus to Marriott Bonvoy. With this bonus, you’ll now receive 1,200 Marriott Bonvoy Points per 1,000 Membership Rewards points. You must be logged into your Membership Rewards account to view this offer. For comparison, last year, there was a American Express 30% Transfer Bonus to Marriott Bonvoy, so well…
I recently shared how I was Embarking on the Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Challenge, where I’d need to stay 16 nights within 90 days of enrolling to earn Marriott Platinum Elite Status. I decided to go mattress running in New York City, and my first was the AC Hotel New York Times Square. This property is located near…
If you’re looking to earn Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite status, you’d normally need to stay 50 nights throughout the year. An easier option is to complete a Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Challenge, where you just need to stay 16 nights within 90 days of enrolling. In order to enroll for the challenge, you must do so…
One benefit to the SkyMiles program is the ability to rollover Medallion Qualifying Miles each year. For those who earn more MQMs needed than your qualification level, the excess MQMs rollover to the following year. When Will Delta 2019 Rollover MQMs Post? As it’s almost 2020, when you login into your SkyMiles account, you’ll see…
On a recent trip from Los Angeles (LAX) to New York’s John F. Kennedy (JFK), I decided to use a Regional Upgrade certificate to confirm into the Delta One business class cabin. Surprisingly, my flight had upgrade space available at time of booking and I was instantly confirmed into 2A. Delta operates 10 daily flights between…
Marriott Bonvoy offers a referral program for current members to refer family/friends to the program, and the rewards can be quite lucrative. All you have to do is head over to their site and enter the names and emails of friends you wish to refer and they’ll receive an email from Marriott where they can…
Shake Shack has an offer for Buy One Burger, Get One Free (up to $6 maximum) via their app. If you are hungry for lunch or dinner, check this one out now through January 6, 2020! Use promotion code: THANKYOU19 Offer is available for one-time use only until 01/06/2020 at all participating Shake Shack locations on…
American Express recently added $100 in statement credits at Saks 5th Avenue! The second $50 benefit is available for cardholders in the second half of the year, July through December. Don’t forget to use yours before the end of the year! One of my favorite credit cards in my wallet is my Platinum Card from American Express,…
If you’re looking to earn Marriott elite status, one of the lesser known ways is through holding events at Marriott properties. Marriott Bonvoy members earn 10 elite night credits per year on their first meeting, and then an additional night credit for every 20 room nights. However, starting next year, Marriott will no longer be…
The Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center opened this week, which is Hyatt’s first full service property in Portland, Oregon, making it a welcome addition for World of Hyatt members. The property is currently a World of Hyatt Category 3 property, with free night award starting at 12,000 World of Hyatt points per night.…