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Southwest Airlines eliminates two transcontinental routes from Atlanta – The Points Guy
The signs were evident, but it’s now confirmed: Southwest Airlines is further modifying its network, focusing particularly on Atlanta.The Dallas-based airline submitted plans over the weekend to discontinue two transcontinental routes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), as initially noted in Cirium schedules and subsequently confirmed by airline spokesperson Dan Landson.The impacted routes include those…
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This brand-new luxury cruise ship will provide guests with culinary adventures throughout the Mediterranean – The Points Guy
As Lisbon kicked off its St. Anthony’s Day festivities, honoring the anniversary of the saint’s death, the cruise industry marked the debut of a new luxury vessel. Silversea Cruises’ Silver Ray was officially christened in the center of the Portuguese capital.The 544-passenger vessel is the 12th ship in the Silversea fleet and is an identical…
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Sonesta Travel Pass hotel loyalty program: Advantages and disadvantages – The Points Guy
Before 2020, I was unfamiliar with Sonesta and its Travel Pass loyalty program. To be fair, Sonesta only operated 58 properties at the beginning of that year. However, following the acquisition of the Red Lion hotel group, the loyalty program has quickly expanded to encompass over 1,100 properties across eight countries.If your travels are mainly…
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Top US Airlines for 2024 – The Points Guy
Summer travel is in full swing, and that means one thing (besides school ending, barbecues, and crowded flights to Europe): It’s time to announce TPG’s Best Airline for 2024.This year’s rankings coincide with summer travel anticipated to hit its peak since 2019, potentially even reaching an all-time high.Hundreds of thousands of Americans will be searching…
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Eight new updates are coming to British Airways, including changes to their lounges – The Points Guy
British Airways has historically been the leading European airline operating flights to the U.S., and now, the company aims to further increase its significance in your travel itineraries.Earlier this year, the London-based airline unveiled an extensive $9 billion overhaul that encompasses nearly every element of the travel experience. This comprehensive transformation includes new lounges, revamped…
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Determining the break-even points for the Chase Sapphire Reserve – The Points Guy
The Chase Sapphire Reserve® is unquestionably one of the top travel rewards cards, but determining if it’s financially prudent to acquire or retain this card can be challenging. Ultimately, the value of the Chase Sapphire Reserve’s benefits varies from one cardholder to another.In this piece, I’ll examine various situations that could assist you in determining…
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Sofitel intends to undertake extensive renovations to its New York City hotel as part of its 60th-anniversary festivities – The Points Guy
Accor’s Sofitel is celebrating more than just a diamond jubilee and its historical legacy. At 60 years old, the brand is embarking on a new phase of expansion and modernization.One might contend that one of Sofitel’s greatest strengths, despite its limited footprint in the U.S., is its brand recognition. The average American traveler is probably…
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Chase Sapphire Reserve current sign-up bonus: Is it a good time to apply now? – The Points Guy
Since its debut in 2016, the Chase Sapphire Reserve® has become a significant contender in the travel rewards credit card market. Upon its release, the card provided new members with a welcome bonus of 100,000 points, an offer that hasn’t been repeated since.The Sapphire Reserve remains highly popular among cardholders, providing exceptional value through perks…
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Delta SkyMiles Dining: Accumulate additional miles at restaurants, for takeout, and through delivery – The Points Guy
Delta Air Lines miles can offer excellent value for certain redemptions. Fortunately, if you need to increase your Delta SkyMiles balance, a simple method is by utilizing the SkyMiles Dining program.This manual explains how to accumulate Delta miles through the SkyMiles Dining program. We’ll also evaluate the top rewards credit cards to utilize and assist…
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Receive 50% off on plane tickets during Southwest’s 2024 birthday sale – The Points Guy
Southwest Airlines is commemorating its anniversary this week by presenting special offers, including discounts on paid flights and reservations made with Rapid Rewards points.The Dallas-based airline is offering a promotion on select late-summer and autumn flights for the next few days. This sale could allow you to save up to 50% on specific reservations.We discovered…