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United Airlines Opens New Orleans United Club

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As part of the new New Orleans New Airport Terminal Opening last year, United Airlines has finally opened their newest United Club. This 6,000 square feet club is located in near Gate C7 is the newest lounge at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, as the airport recently opened their entire new terminal. The United Club…

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Rumor: Marriott Bonvoy Elevated Earnings: Earn 2,000 Bonus Points Each Stay

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Per Loyalty Lobby, Marriott Bonvoy plans to announce their newest promotion next week called Elevated Earnings. Registration is expected to be open on Tuesday, March 3rd. Marriott Bonvoy members will be able to earn 2,000 bonus points for each stay starting with their second stay through this offer. The promotion will run from March 17…

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Wagner at the Battery to Join Marriott Luxury Collection in NYC

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Back in 2018 we shared how Ritz-Carlton New York, Battery Park Getting Deflagged and is now operating as an independent as The Wagner Hotel which is operated by Highgate Hotels. Apparently the hotel hasn’t being doing well as an independent hotel and has been struggling to get business, which is why it will be returning to Marriott next…

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JetBlue No Cancellation Or Change Fees Announced

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JetBlue No Cancellation Or Change Fees Announced Via Twitter, JetBlue announced that there will be no change or cancellation fees with any fares for the next 2 weeks. Looks like with all the uncertainty around Coronavirus, JetBlue wants to encourage people to travel or at least book travel with no penalty of having to cancel…

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New Southwest Sale From $39!

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New Southwest Sale From $39! If you have some travel to book, check out this latest sale from Southwest with fares from only $39. Check out these deals if you have some travel to book. If you are interested in earning more Southwest points, check out the Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Card, Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card or…

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Southwest Airlines Announces Service to Steamboat Springs, CO (HDN)

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Southwest Airlines announced they’ll be adding new service to Steamboat Springs, Colo. seasonally through Yampa Valley Regional Airport by the end of 2020, initially served nonstop from Denver. Per Southwest Airlines, “Whether you’re a skier, snowboarder, or just enjoy a winter wonderland, Steamboat Springs has something for everyone, and now you’ll be able to reach the…

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Marriott Caribbean and Latin America Expansion

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Marriott continues to focus on expansion in the Caribbean and Latin America, and last year the hotel company added over 10,000 rooms to it’s pipeline across 15 brands in these regions. To highlight some new properties joining Marriott, we’ll see Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, W Playa del Carmen, St. Regis Bermuda and Aloft San Juan. Per Marriott,…

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Marriott Bonvoy Extends Tier Status And Benefits in Asia Pacific

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We recently shared how World of Hyatt Extends Tier Status And Benefits in Asia Pacific Region, as they’re going to be helping members who live in the Asia Pacific region by extending their elite status and benefits for another year due to the Coronavirus, which will significant impact travel. It turns out that Marriott Bonvoy…

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How To Transfer Marriott Points Between Accounts (Points Sharing)

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Marriott Bonvoy allows members to share points between their accounts through their Points Sharing option. There’s limited information about this program on their site, however if you’re interested in transferring points to a friend/family member you can do so over the phone by calling Member Support at (801) 468-4000. Some basic rules about this is you…

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Resorts World Las Vegas Hilton Partnership

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Resorts World Las Vegas has announced that they will be partnering with Hilton Hotels and Resorts on their project expected to open summer 2021. With this partnership, we’ll be seeing three brands under their portfolio including Conrad, LXR, and Hilton Hotels open under the Resorts World complex. It’s still in the early stages so it’s…

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American Express Centurion Lounge Charlotte Opens

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America Express is opening their latest Centurion Lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Monday, February 24th. The lounge is located at the intersection of Concourses D & E, mezzanine level, making it accessible airside to all gates at CLT. The newest lounge is open daily from 5:30am-10pm. Both cardholders of the Platinum Card® from American Express, and The Business…

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World of Hyatt Extends Tier Status And Benefits in Asia Pacific Region

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World of Hyatt announced they’re going to be helping members who live in the Asia Pacific region by extending their elite status and benefits for another year due to the Coronavirus, which will significant impact travel. Specifically, all World of Hyatt elite members residing in the region can expect to see their status extended until…

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Southwest Fare Sale From $39!

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Southwest Fare Sale From $39! Southwest is hosting a sale with fares from only $39. Check out these deals if you have some travel to book. If you are interested in earning more Southwest points, check out the Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Card, Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card or Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card offers. Bottom Line If…

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