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A Kimpton in Bali, new Airbnb features and other hotel news you need to know this week
Here's the hotel news you need to know this week.
Denver Airport Spent Over $21,000 On A Party For One Employee—$466 Per Attendee [Roundup]
Denver airport spent over $21,000 on one employee’s retirement party for just 45 people—more than $466 per attendee. Also: a Delta Diamond with 10 million SkyMiles eyes United, nearly 40% skip paying at an airport’s honor-system parking lot, and Australia’s card surcharge ban shifts the cost into ad
United's new Wi-Fi status match aimed at Delta: Who's eligible to be Premier?
United Airlines is using Starlink, Elon Musk and in-flight Wi-Fi as flashpoint to poach rivals' elite flyers.
Quarterly statement credits and bonus categories: Your October-December 2026 checklist
Quarterly credit card statement credits: What to use in the fourth quarter of 2026. Keep track of your statement credits and bonus categories to maximize value.
A Fall-Lover's Guide to Visiting Salem, Massachusetts, the US's Real-Life Halloweentown
The historic city turns 400 this year—here's how to experience its milestone fall.
Point.me’s New Tool Finds Award Flights, Transfers Your Points And Books For You [Roundup]
Point.me is offering banks a service that finds award flights, creates loyalty accounts, transfers points and completes bookings for their customers. Also: Seattle–Europe business class for 45,000 Flying Blue miles, a 25% Amex transfer bonus, and an airport parking honor system where nearly 40% don’
Southwest unveils 11-route expansion across 15 cities for summer 2027
Southwest Airlines is nearly a dozen routes across 15 cities, doubling down on its San Diego, Nashville and Austin bases.
The 6 best credit cards for Walmart shopping
Frequent Walmart shopper? These credit cards can help you earn more cash back, points and perks on purchases in-store and online.
Monthly checklist: Credit card perks and benefits you should be using in October
There are many monthly perks and credits you should be using on your credit cards in September 2026. We've compiled them here so you won't forget about them.
40 years after the Air Carrier Access Act: Delta’s ongoing commitment to accessible travel
On Friday, October 2, the aviation industry marks an important milestone: the 40th anniversary of the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA), landmark legislation that helped transform air travel for millions of people with disabilities. The impact of this legislation can be seen every day across airports, o
The best credit card welcome bonuses of October 2026
Make sure these elevated and limited-time credit card offers are on your radar this month, or you could end up missing out.
Earn up to 200,000 points with these IHG card welcome bonuses
If you have upcoming travel to any of IHG’s brands, a IHG cobranded card can save you hundreds of dollars every year. Here are the details.
Elon Musk Is Helping American And United Poach Delta Flyers—With Offers To Match Elite Status
Elon Musk is now promoting American and United offers to match frequent flyer status, giving unhappy Delta customers a way to switch without starting over at the bottom. After declaring that Delta CEO Ed Bastian would lose his job over the Starlink dispute, Musk is helping advertise the competition.
New United card bonuses: Best-ever offers on 2 of the personal cards
If you're considering opening a United credit card, you want to apply at the right time. Let's look at the welcome offers on the six cobranded cards from Chase.
Air France KLM’s $89 Card Offers 70,000 Miles—And A Strategy For Cheaper Business Class And First Class Access
The bonus includes 100 status credits, and annual spending can add 160 more at the card anniversary. Combined with a Gold status match, that puts Platinum—and its better award availability—within reach.
No Starlink? United Airlines Targets Rivals With Status Match Offer
United is betting that Starlink will become one of its biggest selling points as it ramps up rollout of the in-flight Wi-Fi. Meanwhile, its chief rival, Delta, is receiving pushback online for not choosing the internet provider.
Chase Raises IHG Card Fees And Refreshes Perks—New $350 Card Adds Shortcut To Suites And Hotel Lounges
Chase is raising the annual fees on its IHG hotel cards, taking Platinum status away from the Premier card, and putting the no-fee card’s fourth-night-free benefit behind a $5,000 spending requirement. It’s also introducing a $350 card that makes confirmed suite upgrades and hotel lounge access much
Rove launches 3 huge October transfer bonuses, including a 50% bonus to Japan Airlines
Rove is offering a 50% transfer bonus to Japan Airlines, a 40% bonus to Flying Blue and an up to 35% bonus to Qatar Airways through Oct. 31. Here's how to use each one.
Applying for a passport is about to change: Here's what we know
Changes are coming to the US passport's appearance and the application process.
United will bring 'basic' fares to yet another cabin: First class - The Points Guy
United will bring 'basic' fares to yet another cabin: First class The Points Guy
United will bring 'basic' fares to yet another cabin: First class - thepointsguy.com
United will bring 'basic' fares to yet another cabin: First class thepointsguy.com
How to earn American Airlines AAdvantage miles
Learn how to earn American Airlines AAdvantage miles through flights, credit cards, Citi ThankYou Rewards transfers, hotels, dining, shopping and more.
Bank Of America Points Will Transfer To Alaska Airlines—But Your Miles Could Be Worth Less
In addition to news about product and joint ventures, Alaska Airlines announced news announced its loyalty program today. One item is generating frequent flyer excitement - points transfers to Alaska are coming - that I'm not so sure bodes well for the value of miles already in your account.
Earn up to 80,000 Rapid Rewards points with a Southwest business card
You can earn a stash of bonus points with the Southwest Airlines personal credit cards' welcome bonus offers. Here is what you need to know.
Cruise drink packages: A line-by-line guide
Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian, Princess, Holland America and MSC Cruises are among cruise lines offering inclusive alcoholic drink packages.
Hyatt’s New Promotion Offers Up To 36,000 Bonus Points—Free Nights Count, But You Must Register
Hyatt will give you 3,000 bonus points for every three eligible nights this fall, even when you’re redeeming points or a free night certificate for the room. The new promotion tops out at 36,000 bonus points, and registration is open for nights September 29 through December 15, 2026.
Alaska Airlines' new loyalty option launches this week - The Points Guy
Alaska Airlines' new loyalty option launches this week The Points Guy
Alaska Airlines' new loyalty option launches this week - thepointsguy.com
Alaska Airlines' new loyalty option launches this week thepointsguy.com
Atmos™ Rewards expands with customized ways to earn, more benefits, new partners, broader access to premium experiences and a new debit card offering - news.alaskaair.com
Atmos™ Rewards expands with customized ways to earn, more benefits, new partners, broader access to premium experiences and a new debit card offering news.alaskaair.com
These are 10 of the most haunted hotels in the world — and you can actually sleep in them
From the Stanley Hotel in Colorado to The Emily Morgan in Texas, these are the most haunted hotels on the planet.
Carnival Rewards Mastercard credit card review: The first cruise card to earn you loyalty status
The Carnival Rewards Mastercard has no annual fee and lets cardholders earn points and Loyalty Status Stars. See if it's right for you.
Last call: Who should (and shouldn't) transfer Chase points to Hyatt before Oct. 1
The Chase-to-Hyatt transfer ratio changes from 1:1 to 4:3 on Oct. 1 for some cardholders. Here's a quick look at when I'd transfer points — and when I wouldn't.
These are the best Latin American cities to use your points and miles
Learn more about Hispanic heritage by visiting these Central and South American cities.
Hilton May Add “Black Diamond” Above Diamond Reserve—Pushing Diamond Status Further Down [Roundup]
Hilton’s “Black Diamond” has surfaced in internal materials, suggesting another status tier above Diamond Reserve could push ordinary Diamonds further down the ranks. Also: a $50 Rakuten signup offer ending soon, CardPointers’ coming price increase, Southwest flight attendants challenging their unio
1 Hotels takes Austin, a social-focused Hyatt all-inclusive and more hotel news
Here's the hotel news you need to know this week.
Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card review: High potential for a reasonable fee
Here is everything you need to know about the Hilton Honors Surpass Amex card, who should apply and if it's worth it for Hilton Honors loyalists and guests.
8 frequently asked questions about the Capital One Venture X card
If you're considering applying for the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card, here are the answers to frequently asked questions about this valuable card.
Misleading New York Times Essay Blames Your Miles For Killing Spirit Airlines—Author Wanted Miles Banned 34 Years Ago
Spirit borrowed heavily against its loyalty program, lost cost discipline, and posted a negative 30% operating margin months before the Iran war. A New York Times essay blames lack of access to credit card funds for the airline's failure while leaving out the facts that explain what really happened.
Clear offers TSA PreCheck enrollment at dozens of US airports — here's what to know
You can enroll in TSA PreCheck through Clear at airports and retail locations across the U.S. Here's how much it costs and how to sign up.
How the new 15% Air Canada award discount for Aeroplan credit cardholders works
The Chase Air Canada Aeroplan card now takes at least 15% off eligible Air Canada awards. Here's how it works and how it stacks with Priority Rewards.
Save on your safari: A first look at Marriott Bonvoy’s new Serengeti safari camp
This luxurious safari camp is all-inclusive and bookable with points.
Flight canceled or delayed? Here’s what to do next
Airline delays and cancellations are happening frequently. Here's how to avoid getting stuck if they happen to you.
Frontier Passengers Refused To Pay An Extra Bag Fee And Boarded Anyway—Bodycam Shows Them Leaving In Handcuffs
An employee says the group had two carry-ons but had paid for only one. The March incident delayed the Philadelphia flight about an hour; a September upload is recirculating body-camera footage that local television covered in April
Is it worth becoming a Citi / AAdvantage Executive authorized user for Admirals Club access?
Is a Citi / AAdvantage Executive authorized user worth it? See how much it costs, what Admirals Club access you get and the benefits you miss out on.
Chase Freedom Flex card review: Incredible earning with no annual fee
The Chase Freedom Flex is a great no-annual-fee card. With rotating quarterly categories and no foreign transaction fees, it's worth seriously considering.
Kimpton just opened its first all-inclusive — and it's set in a Mexican nature reserve
Kimpton's first all-inclusive resort is now open in Mexico's Riviera Maya, with 355 rooms, seven restaurants and bars, pools, a spa and more.
Chase Freedom Q4 categories: Up to 7% back on dining, grocery stores and American Red Cross donations
You won't want to miss out on a single point — or cent of cash back — on your spending. Here's how to activate your Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex 5% earnings.
9 cool hotels for leaf peeping, from Central Park to the Rocky Mountains
From a hotel in New York City with views of Central Park to a mountain resort in Aspen, Colorado, here are nine hotels for viewing fall foliage.
Who's eligible for the Citi / AAdvantage Executive 125,000-mile bonus?
The Citi AA Executive Mastercard is a popular American Airlines credit card. It has a lucrative welcome offer, but make sure you are eligible before applying.
1,000 flights (and counting) canceled on East Coast: What options do travelers have?
Here are TPG's tips for navigating Monday's mass flight cancellations on the East Coast after an FAA outage.