Everyone is familiar with credit card benefits from card issuers, such as the Chase Sapphire Reserve's $300 annual travel credits. But card networks also provide benefits, and I'm not talking about concierge services or hotel discounts. So let's go over the new for 2024 Mastercard benefits. … [Read more...] about New for 2024 Mastercard Benefits
Travel News
Spirit Airlines Defers Deliveries
As we all know, Spirit Airlines has been having a rough go. Their financial performances has not been good for the past several years, and JetBlue's bid to acquire them went down in flames. To help lessen the bleeding, Spirit Airlines defers deliveries of new aircraft and will be furloughing hundreds of pilots later this summer. … [Read more...] about Spirit Airlines Defers Deliveries
Las Vegas May Get Another Airport
Las Vegas is a popular visitor destination and, increasingly, a place for people to call home. As visitor and/or resident numbers continue to climb, infrastructure needs to expand, too. And, apparently, Vegas officials have long been planning for one of their largest pieces of infrastructure to need additional capacity. That infrastructure is, of course, Harry Reid … [Read more...] about Las Vegas May Get Another Airport
Two Local Companies Vie for Lanai EAS
Recently, I reported on how Mokulele had filed to abandon non-subsidized service to Lanai, which invited the attention of Massachusettes-based Cape Air. Well, it turns out they weren't interested, and instead, we're seeing two local companies vie for the Lanai EAS rights. … [Read more...] about Two Local Companies Vie for Lanai EAS
Is the NoMad Las Vegas Joining Marriott Bonvoy?
Nearly a month ago, MGM Resorts International and Marriott Bonvoy completed their systems integration project. However, one hotel was conspicuously missing. New developments since then now have me asking - is the NoMad Las Vegas joining Marriott Bonvoy at long last? … [Read more...] about Is the NoMad Las Vegas Joining Marriott Bonvoy?
CBP Trusted Traveler Fees Are Increasing
Being part of a Trusted Traveler program is a must for virtually anyone in our community. However, they do cost money to be part of, with pricing being all over the place. That's changing, though, as CBP Trusted Traveler fees are increasing and harmonizing. … [Read more...] about CBP Trusted Traveler Fees Are Increasing
Manhattan Congestion Fee
Heads up! If you're planning on traveling to New York, getting around is about to get a bit more expensive thanks to the new Manhattan congestion fee. Of course, the fee will very based on how you travel - driving yourself and catching a ride. … [Read more...] about Manhattan Congestion Fee
8 Airlines Joined TSA PreCheck
TSA PreCheck is a tremendous benefit to have. However, it only works if you're flying a participating airline. Thankfully, that list keeps growing and just did as 8 airlines joined TSA PreCheck. … [Read more...] about 8 Airlines Joined TSA PreCheck
Chase Devalues Its Priority Pass Benefit
For some time now, Chase has offered the best flavor of Priority Pass Select membership for its cardholders. Unfortunately, that's going to change as Chase devalues its Priority Pass benefit. … [Read more...] about Chase Devalues Its Priority Pass Benefit
Red-Eye Flights Could Be Big for Southwest
Having overnight flights is the norm rather than the exception these days. However, the airline of LUV has never operated them regularly, but are planning to. That's great, as red-eye flights could be big for Southwest! … [Read more...] about Red-Eye Flights Could Be Big for Southwest