New World of Hyatt’s Bonus Journeys Registration Now Live

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World of Hyatt has announced it’s latest global promotion which will run from July 20 through September 15, 2021. It’s called Bonus Journeys, the same name as Hyatt’s current promotion through June 15th in addition to the one prior. World of Hyatt members can register to start earning triple points on stays of two or more qualifying nights.…

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Amex Platinum New Benefits; Fee Increases to $695

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The American Express Platinum Card has officially increased its annual membership fee to $695, up from $550 previously. Its popular Centurion lounges have experienced some severe overcrowding issues, so this fee increase could partially be part due to attracting a more selective crowd. With the increased fee, there are some new benefits to the card including…

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Ritz-Carlton Turks & Caicos Now Open

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The Ritz-Carlton Turks & Caicos officially opened today marking Marriott’s first resort on the islands. As a Category 8, Marriott Bonvoy members will be able to redeem standard rooms from 85,000 points per night.  The resort is located 15 minutes from Providenciales International Airport (PLS), and features 147 guest rooms and suites, a Ritz-Carlton club lounge,…

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New York LaGuardia (LGA) Centurion Lounge Now Open

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America Express has reopened their latest Centurion Lounge at New York’s LaGuardia (LGA) today. The new lounge is located post-security in Terminal B, which is home to American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Air Canada. The newest lounge will be open from 5am-6pm daily with Saturdays closing at 5pm. It’s great to see this lounge…

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Southwest Airlines Announces Syracuse, NY; Expands Schedule

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Southwest Airlines announced its plans to add service to yet another new destination this year. Syracuse Hancock International Airport will be the newest destination for the airline, as well as Southwest’s 6th destination in New York. Per Southwest, Southwest Airlines Co,  celebrating the 50th Anniversary of its first flights this month, has extended its bookable…

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Hotel Review: Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas

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The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas is a newer hotel in Irving, Texas, adjacent to the Irving Convention Center. The hotel has 250 guest rooms and suites. It’s a Marriott Bonvoy Category 4 property requiring 25,000 points for a standard free night redemption. Off peak redemptions are 20,000 points and peak nights are 30,000 points…

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World of Hyatt Cardmembers: 25% Back at Independent Brands

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World of Hyatt has announced its latest promotion for World of Hyatt Credit Cardmembers. This new offer runs from June 15 through September 15, 2021, where cardmembers will 25% of redeemed points back as Bonus Points ONLY at Hyatt’s independent collection brands. Per Hyatt, World of Hyatt Credit Cardmembers can receive 25% of redeemed points…

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American Express 25% Transfer Bonus to Hawaiian Airlines

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American Express is offering a 25% transfer bonus to Hawaiian Airlines now through June 310, 2021. With this bonus, you’ll now receive 1,250 HawaiianMiles per 1,000 Membership Rewards points. You must be logged into your Membership Rewards account to view this offer. Membership Rewards normally transfer to Hawaiian Airlines points at 1:1 ratio, meaning 1,000 Membership Rewards points…

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Outrageous: Centurion Lounges 45+ Minute Wait Times

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It’s no surprise air travel has started to pick up since the pandemic started with nearly 2 million passengers screened through TSA on Friday. It’s great to see so many people traveling again, however as a result airports are busier than ever. Departing Las Vegas today, I attempted to stop in the Centurion Lounge and was…

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Hotel Review: Hotel Vin, Autograph Collection

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The Hotel Vin, Autograph Collection is located in Grapevine, Texas, which is less than 10 minutes from the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. This boutique property features 120 guestrooms and suites. It’s a Marriott Bonvoy Category 5 property requiring 35,000 points for a standard free night redemption. Off peak redemptions are 30,000 points and peak…

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Southwest Airlines No Longer Planning To Add Back Alcohol Onboard

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Southwest Airlines has removed alcohol onboard since the pandemic began, and we recently shared Southwest Airlines Updates Inflight Beverage Service. However, the airline is already backpedaling on this and will be suspending alcohol service indefinitely. To recap, here’s what was planned for next month: Beginning Thursday, June 24, on flights to/from U.S. Mainland and Hawaii: Three…

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