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Secretary Buttigieg - Your First Move Should be to Stop Delta From Taking Miles from Grieving Loved Ones!

I am sure you noticed that this month Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg is looking into frequent flyer programs and if they are ” “transparent and fair”. This should have all the airlines shaking in their boots and especially Delta as they have been one of the nastiest with their program changes over the past many years. For example, here are just a few to consider : Continue reading…

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100k+ Card Offers, Delta Sky Club Rumors, Best Airline Loyalty Programs, Food Delivery Perks and More!

It is crazy to me that we are just over a week away from the start of Autumn since it is forecast to be 90* + for many days. I hardly ran my snow blower last winter here in South Bend but much of that was to being on cruise ships for a lot of winter (#Winning)! But enough about that, how about a look back at last week: Continue reading 100k+ Card Offers, Delta Sky Club Rumors, Best Airline…

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point.me Names The World’s Best Airline Loyalty Program — and You Could Win a Million Miles

Points and miles search engine, concierge booking, and mileage run creators point.me announced its pick for the world’s best airline loyalty program. Continue reading point.me Names The World’s Best Airline Loyalty Program — and You Could Win a Million Miles

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Will the Sky Club Visit Change Rumors Will Come to Fruition?

It’s that time of year: Delta usually announces some kind of changes to its SkyMiles program and/or Sky Club lounge access. And rumors are circulating that Sky Club changes are afoot — and will affect new rules that haven’t even gone into effect yet. Continue reading Will the Sky Club Visit Change Rumors Will Come to Fruition?

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Ideas for Using Your Rewards Cards' Food Delivery Benefits -- at Home or Away

Several travel rewards cards feature monthly benefits for food delivery services. (Some people hold these cards and aren’t even aware of these perks!) Food statement credits can help save money and time — whether you’re at home or on the road. If you have a hard time figuring out how to use them, we have a few ideas for you! Continue reading Ideas for Using Your Rewards Cards’ Food Delivery…

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How Hot Weather Might Affect Your Flight's Takeoff

Aviation is highly influenced by environmental factors, and temperature is one of the most critical. As global temperatures rise and the seasons change, airports across the world face unique challenges in aviation operations. One of the most significant of these is how heat affects airplane takeoff performance. The recent heat wave in Southern California has highlighted the importance of…

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Is CLEAR Worth it Anymore, Dumb Cruise Passengers, Sad Capital One Lounge, MEGA 99K Card Offer, Panama Canal Cruise and More!

I am spending my weekend with old friends and having a blast. The joys of travel, at prices we can afford (hello points), really makes life so much more fun. More on that later on but here is a review of last week and do read to the end because I have a big tip for you Delta flyers today: Continue reading Is CLEAR Worth it Anymore, Dumb Cruise Passengers, Sad Capital One Lounge, MEGA 99K Card…

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Neither Delta, Nor Carnival Cruise Line Was at Fault Over This Stupid Move by the Passengers! Do You Agree?

Sometimes when I read cruise news stories, and travel nightmares, it makes my head want to explode. You know the ones I am talking about, like people who book a shore excursion on their own and then are upset when they don’t make it back in time and the ship sails away without them (yes, this happens all the time). Continue reading Neither Delta, Nor Carnival Cruise Line Was at Fault Over This…

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HUGE New Welcome Offer: Earn at Least 99,000 Points (Or $990 Cash Back) on a No-Annual-Fee Card

A massive new rewards credit card offer is now available without visiting an actual bank branch — and it’s pretty substantial for a no-annual-fee card. Continue reading HUGE New Welcome Offer: Earn at Least 99,000 Points (Or $990 Cash Back) on a No-Annual-Fee Card

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"One of the Best Nights of Sleep Ever" -- A New Fine Hotels + Resorts Favorite: The Palazzo (Review)

Once upon a time, before Marriott Bonvoy and MGM Rewards teamed up, several MGM Resorts hotels were bookable through American Express’ Fine Hotels + Resorts program. But when Hyatt and MGM ended their relationship, and the Lion moved in with the Marriotts, MGM Resorts properties started disappearing from the FHR program. For those of us who loved using FHR credits and benefits at places such as…

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Four Idiots Try to Use Stolen Credit Cards on MSC Cruise Ship Casino and Land in Jail!

One of the stories we featured this past weekend was of passengers stealing $100,000 worth of jewelry on an MSC cruise ship. Yes, the passengers were drunk (that I am sure did not help their reasoning ability) but should they not know they are going to get caught since there are cameras all over cruise ships? Beyond that, unless you are going swimming in the middle of the ocean, there is no where…

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Delta Offers "Status" to Washington State Residents in Honor of the Seattle Seahawks

Washington state residents can enroll in a special promotion giving them an honorary Delta Air Lines “status.” Continue reading Delta Offers “Status” to Washington State Residents in Honor of the Seattle Seahawks

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End of Summer Checklist for Delta Air Lines Travelers

I don’t know about you, but this year is absolutely screaming by at a crazy pace! (My family is about to take a trip we started talking about four years ago — and I can’t believe it’s actually here!) There are less than 130 days left in 2024. Before you know it, the winter holidays will be here. So, now is an excellent time to review a few reminders to ensure certificates and credits don’t go to…

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It's a Date: Las Vegas' Historic Tropicana Set For Implosion

If you’re a Las Vegas buff and want to witness history, a date has been announced for the Tropicana Las Vegas Casino Resort’s implosion. Continue reading It’s a Date: Las Vegas’ Historic Tropicana Set For Implosion

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Delta's Makes Its Special Summer Announcement

Earlier this summer, Delta Air Lines teased a special announcement about a promotion extending the summer (or words to that effect). That was temporarily derailed by the carrier’s epic IT meltdown in July. Continue reading Delta’s Makes Its Special Summer Announcement

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San Francisco to Dubai Mileage Run-Mini-Vacation for $4,374 Delta MQD (Estimated)

If you need to earn some Delta Air Lines Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQD) to hit your elite status goals for next year (and/or the remainder of 2024), check out this San Francisco (SFO) to Dubai (DXB) Premium Economy mileage run-mini-vacation on Delta partners Air France and KLM. Continue reading San Francisco to Dubai Mileage Run-Mini-Vacation for $4,374 Delta MQD (Estimated)

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REPORT: Two Killed in Delta Air Lines Maintenance Incident

Two people were killed and a third person was injured during an incident this morning in a Delta Air Lines maintenance area at the carrier’s Atlanta hub, according to reports. Continue reading REPORT: Two Killed in Delta Air Lines Maintenance Incident