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IHG Hotels & Resorts will conclude its long-standing partnership with The Venetian Resort Las Vegas and The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort by the end of 2024. This decision ends a nearly 15-year affiliation between these properties and IHG's InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brand. Despite the termination, IHG One Rewards members can still earn points on existing bookings for stays until March 31, 2025.
Amazon has introduced a new benefit for its Prime members, allowing them to save 10 cents per gallon at select gas stations across the United States. This announcement was made on October 23.
Alaska Airlines has introduced a new offer for its Visa Signature credit card, providing an opportunity for applicants to earn 60,000 bonus miles and a companion fare. This offer is available to those who spend $3,000 or more on purchases within the first 90 days of opening their account.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, western North Carolina is making efforts to welcome tourists back to its scenic towns. The hurricane, which hit at the end of September, caused significant flooding and damage across the region. As a result, major attractions like Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway remain closed as they undergo recovery operations.
The race to open the first ski resort in the United States for the 2024-2025 season has concluded, with Ski Ward in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, taking the title. The resort opened on October 19, offering a short run with artificial snow accessed via a magic carpet ride. However, this setup did not provide the full mountain experience.
United Airlines has announced plans to resume service to Butte, Montana, beginning January 3, 2025. This move marks the return of the airline to a city it had previously ceased serving during the pandemic. The service will be operated by United Express affiliate SkyWest Airlines and will feature a daily flight from Denver using a 50-seat all-economy CRJ-200 aircraft.
The American Express Gold Card has undergone a series of updates, adding new features and benefits for cardholders. The changes aim to enhance the card's appeal, particularly for those who enjoy dining out or cooking at home.
Marriott International and MGM Resorts are set to introduce the W Hotels brand to the Mandalay Bay complex on the Las Vegas Strip. The new W Las Vegas will replace the current Delano hotel tower, marking a significant change for Accor's Ennismore lifestyle hotel collective, which includes the Delano brand. The conversion is expected to be completed later this year.
The Maldives, officially known as the Republic of Maldives, is an island nation located in South Asia within the Indian Ocean. Positioned nearly 450 miles southwest of mainland India, it holds the distinction of being Asia's smallest country. Comprising over 1,100 coral islands with only a fraction inhabited, the Maldives is recognized for its 26 atolls featuring multiple isles and lagoons. It also stands as the world's lowest and flattest country.
American Airlines has introduced a new option for its top-tier elite status members to redeem miles for access to the Flagship First dining facility before departure. This offering is part of the airline's "Enhance with Miles" program, which was launched in recent years. The ability to use miles for Flagship First dining was hinted at earlier this year.
The American Express Business Platinum Card is offering a significant welcome bonus of 150,000 Membership Rewards points for new cardholders who meet the spending requirement of $20,000 within the first three months. According to The Points Guy, this bonus can be valued at $3,000 if redeemed effectively.
Aer Lingus is set to introduce a new service connecting Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Dublin Airport (DUB) starting in May 2025. This announcement marks the return of transatlantic flights for Indiana, a development welcomed by local officials.
Citi ThankYou Rewards has expanded its hotel transfer partnerships by adding Preferred Hotels & Resorts to its portfolio. This new collaboration allows Citi cardholders to convert their points into I Prefer Hotel Rewards at a 1:4 ratio, meaning 1,000 Citi ThankYou Rewards points can be exchanged for 4,000 I Prefer points.
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American Airlines is offering a status match for elite members of Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. This initiative allows travelers to enjoy American's AAdvantage program benefits for four months without starting from scratch in a new loyalty program.
American Airlines is preparing to retire its Flagship First class, the last international first-class product offered by a U.S. carrier. This change will see the end of a service that has been available since the early 2010s. The airline's Airbus A321T planes, which previously featured first-class cabins, have already been retrofitted into more standard configurations.
American Airlines is experimenting with a new technology aimed at enforcing boarding order among passengers. The Fort Worth-based airline is testing software that alerts gate agents when someone attempts to board before their group is called. This initiative was first reported by View from the Wing and confirmed by The Points Guy (TPG) through an American Airlines spokesperson.
Labor strikes at hotels in major U.S. cities continue with no resolution in sight, as more than 5,000 workers remain on strike. The affected hotels are affiliated with major brands such as Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, and Omni in Boston, Honolulu, San Francisco, and Seattle. Unlike earlier shorter protests, the current strikes are indefinite.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has unveiled the EWR Vision Plan, a comprehensive strategy for redeveloping Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). This plan aims to elevate the 96-year-old airport's status in national rankings by implementing three major projects: constructing a new Terminal B, enhancing airside taxiways, and redesigning roadways.
Venmo, a popular money transfer app, facilitates easy and quick transactions among users. Owned by PayPal since 2013, Venmo is recognized for its mobile-first design and social media-like news feed that publicly displays transactions unless set to private.