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Passengers at Phoenix Sky Harbor are experiencing flight delays this morning due to the extreme cold weather last night. Temperatures dropped as low as 29 degrees, causing frost on the wings. Apparently the airport doesn’t have proper de-icing capabilities, as there are unusual weather conditions here. Many airlines this morning are having delays including Alaska…
The Sacramento, California Airport will be getting 2 new lounges which is great news for cardmembers of the Platinum Card from American Express, and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express who can use Escape Lounges for free. You can read all about the American Express Platinum Card Benefits Including Lounge Access here. Sacramento Airport To Get 2…
Hertz Gold Plus Rewards has announced they’re making several changes and enhancements to their loyalty program which take place next year. The biggest change is they’re raising the rental requirements to earn Five Star status to 12 rentals or $2,400 spend (excluding taxes and fees). On a positive note both Five Star and President’s Circle members will now…
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. Amex Platinum benefits are numerous ranging from elite status, airline fee credits, uber credits, lounge access and more. When it comes to lounge access, both the Platinum…
We’ve written about how Delta and Equinox Fitness Clubs have launched a partnership in-order to help combat jet lag. As part of the this partnership, they are offering SkyMiles members a free 7 day Equinox Fitness Club pass. If you’re interested in taking advantage of this offer, you must begin your trial prior to December 31,…
Several Westfield Shopping Centers are offering spending promotions for the holidays that are actually quite lucrative. A few to point out are at Westfield Century City in Los Angeles, and Westfield World Trade Center in New York City While each offer varies, essentially if you make $100 in purchases at either mall, you’ll receive a…
Upside Travel is a travel site that can save travelers some money by offering great hotel and airfares at a discounted rate, plus a gift card good for several merchants. If you haven’t tried upside yet, you can earn $100 in gift cards on your first booking of $600 or more, making this a way to save…
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. Amex Platinum benefits are numerous ranging from elite status, airline fee credits, uber credits, lounge access and more, however the top perk of these cards is airport lounge…
Heading to the UK soon? You will want to check out this latest promotion where when you book 2 nights, you can get 1 free at IHG anywhere! IHG Book 2 Nights Get 1 Free Promo The Deal Register for the offer Book 2 nights^ at the selected UK properties between 17 December 2018 –…
On a recent flight out of Atlanta’s International terminal, I noticed several facial recognition machines while going through the TSA Pre line. None of them were being used at the time, but it got me thinking. How do I feel about the use of biometric scanning at airports? How Do You Feel About Facial Recognition…
Here is a round up of all the discounted gift cards that Amazon is offering right now. They just added several new lightning deals! Check out these deals for your upcoming travels and holiday plans. Be sure to check out all the deals going on at Amazon right now. Amazon New Discounted Gift Cards Happy…
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. United Airlines announced several new additional international routes as well as added service from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in 2019. Highlights include new nonstop year-round service to Toronto,…
It’s December, which means cardholders of the The Platinum Card® from American Express not only receive their monthly $15 in Uber credits, as this month they’ll get a $20 bonus for $35 in Uber Cash. As a reminder, cardholders also get Uber VIP automatically with the Platinum Card from American Express as well as the ability to earn…
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. Delta Air Lines is curently testing Basic Economy award tickets on select routes, which include all flights to/from Charleston, SC (CHS) within the United States and Canada. Additionally,…
Expedia is offering a code right now where you can score $30 off of $40 in “things to do” category. Hurry if you are interested in booking because this probably won’t last! Promotion code is: THANKYOU Expedia Activities $30 Off $40 Code Activity must take place in 2018. Limit of 1 use per Expedia account.…
Last week, we told you how Charlotte Airport To is to Get a Centurion Lounge.One of my favorite travel perks is having access to the American Express Centurion Lounges which are operated by American Express. Looks like the next location for a Centurion Lounge will be in London’s Heathrow Airport. Access to The Centurion Lounge is complimentary for…
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. The Platinum Card from American Express has an annal fee of $550, however it does include numerous benefits that far outweigh this price. Depending on your lifestyle…
One of my favorite travel perks is having access to the American Express Centurion Lounges which are operated by American Express. Looks like a possible next location for a Centurion Lounge will be in Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). Access to The Centurion Lounge is complimentary for global Platinum Card® and Centurion®Members. Both cardholders of the Platinum Card® from American…
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. United Airlines announced that their Boeing 787-10 aircraft will start flying between Newark (EWR) and six transatlantic destinations starting this Spring. The cities to receive the new aircraft…
It’s that time of the year as the busy holiday travel season kicks off with Thanksgiving tomorrow. Millions of Americans will be flying this holiday season so here’s a rundown on a few travel tips you’ll want to check out before your upcoming flight. Arrive Early: Airports will be packed with long security lines, and lines…