UnitedBank raised savings rates to 2.08%. They don’t automatically upgrade existing account holders, so make sure you call in. American Airlines Announces Amazing New Routes to Croatia, Germany and Others! by The Short Final... Read More →
Category - Recaps
Recap: Hate, American JFK Lounge Expanding & More
‘You Were Playing a Game’ – Hating on Marriott Travel Package Bookers by Rapid Travel Chai. I never understand people who seemingly get enjoyment out of other people’s suffering. It’s a really unattractive personality trait... Read More →
Recap: Chase IHG Free Night Availability, TCF Bank Fine & More
Chase IHG Free night – WAY more availability than Reward nights by Points Adventure. Learn something new every day! TCF Bank Agrees to $30 Million Settlement Over Unfair Overdraft Fees by Danny Deal Guru. Some readers might have TCF... Read More →
Recap: Business Class Mistake Fare Being Honored, Priority Pass Guest Fees & More
Credit Karma Buys Online Mortgage Company by PYMNTS. Expect to see a lot more mortgage offers from Credit Karma. Bits: Amex “Platinum House” coming to London, Priority Pass guest fee jumping up – what should you do? by Head For Points... Read More →
Recap: Miles Donations, Card Secrets & More
Millions of Frequent Flier Miles Are Donated to Reunite Families Separated at Border by NY Times. Good to see miles4migrants getting some mainstream press! Banks Are Eyeing $1.5 Trillion in Credit Card Secrets by Bloomberg. I’m... Read More →
Recap: Award Availability, Marriott Timeline & More
Comparing Online Award Availability (for AA, UA & DL) by Travel is Free. Love this type of content, support Drew so he posts more often! Southwest to allow only dogs, cats as emotional support animals by Reuters. It’s a shame... Read More →
Recap: Former Chase Banker Jailed, FBI Warns Of ATM Cashout & More
Former Chase banker headed to prison for selling customer info by MPA Mag. If only we started seeing similar sentences for data breaches due to negligence. Confirmed: 15k Bonus Points With Four Seasons Gift Cards by Monkey Miles. In my... Read More →
Recap: Bus Lies, Secret Password & More
About tomorrow’s report suggesting bus travel is AMAZING! by Wandering Aramean. It’s a shame because I actually think traveling by bus can make sense in a lot of cases (trips less than 4-5 hours). Kimpton secret password: Get free... Read More →
Recap: Amex Credit Card Limits, Selling Airline Miles and More
Some news from the past few days: Some TPM Sellers Who Liquidated GCs Receive GiftCard Mart Demand Letter by Travelwithgrant. The saga continues… Did Barclaycard drop Arrival Plus travel statement credit redemptions back down to... Read More →
Recap: St Regis Sold, Reddit Breach & More
The St. Regis Princeville is Being Sold; Will Rebrand by Jeff Setter. Citi Prestige 4th Night Free + Hyatt Prive Benefits No More by Single Flyer. Reddit Breach Highlights Limits of SMS-Based Authentication by Krebs On Security... Read More →
Recap: Aimia & Oneworld, New IHG/Hilton Promotions & More
Aimia in talks with Oneworld alliance as potential Aeroplan partner by CBC. Pretty sure this is just posturing by Aeroplan, can’t see them taking the Oneworld Alliance deal as that doesn’t open up any inventory for domestic... Read More →
Recap: TSA Considering Eliminating Screening At Smaller Airports, Cardless Chase ATMs & More
CNN exclusive: TSA considering eliminating screening at smaller airports. I mean either the screening works and is necessary or it doesn’t and it’s a waste of money. I don’t really see how you can eliminate the risk... Read More →
Recap: Frozen Bank of America Account, Wyndham Timeshare Packages & More
Kroger’s California subsidiary to bar Visa credit cards amid fee dispute by CNBC. They are considering expanding the ban as well. This isn’t that unusual to see, just positioning for better rates from Visa. Bank of America... Read More →
Recap: Seat Controversy, Hyatt Backtracks On Bid & More
New American Express Platinum (Metal) Card Launches in Singapore – Private Access to Platinum Vibes and S$800 Travel Credit by The Shutter Whale. Before you get too excited, the annual fee is S$1,712, wow. Interesting that a... Read More →
Recap: Tesla Surfboard, Via Credit & More
Tesla launches a new product: a surfboard by Electrek. Sold out already, resellers have done well on this and similar products in the past. I guess Tesla has enough crazy fan boys with money that this stuff always sells wells. Chase... Read More →

