✈ Top Stories of the Week, Delta Unveils 10th Amsterdam Route & More Daily News From TPG ✈

Also: Why this Mexican island should be your next great escape May 5, 2024 [THE POINTS GUY]( [View in browser]( [TPG Daily Newsletter]( TOGETHER WITH [Partner Logo]( [THE POINTS GUY]( TOGETHER WITH [Partner Logo]( Top stories of the week by Becky Blaine, Senior Newsletter Editor [TPG | Hero Image] I hope everyone is enjoying the weekend. We had a lot of great news in the points and miles world last week — let’s break it all down. There was big news Thursday with the launch of the limited-time offer on the [Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card]( — earn [75,000 bonus points]( when you spend $4,000 in the first three months from account opening. Find out why this is [one of TPG's favorite cards](. TPG’s cruise team explained why [you can't trust a cruise deal]( and reported on this storied cruise brand that just [unveiled its first new ship]( in 14 years. In aviation news, TPG was [on board the inaugural flight from Munich]( to report on Lufthansa’s first commercial service featuring its much anticipated Allegris interior. Spirit Airlines announced [eight new routes]( while Delta Air Lines’ [new boarding process]( rolled out. And that’s not all — here are a few more stories to get you caught up on the week’s news: - [Are you planning a cruise for summer or fall? Brace yourself for a shock]( - [Marriott executives tout Bonvoy benefits amid swelling Hilton competition]( - [Hyatt will give loyalty members World of Hyatt points for using Peloton]( - [Clear is latest TSA PreCheck enrollment provider]( - [This new adults-only hotel in Waikiki is cute, affordable and near all the action]( - [I flew on a 'couch' to Japan: Here's whether the ANA Couchii to Tokyo was worth it]( Posts in this newsletter contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products, and this may impact how or where they appear. For an explanation of our Advertising Policy, [visit this page](. Photo Credit: THE POINTS GUY. TOGETHER WITH [Partner Logo]( Transfer bonus alert: Get 30% more Virgin Points Eligible American Express card members receive 30% more Virgin Points when they transfer Membership Rewards® points to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club through May 31, 2024. This is your chance to book a lie-flat Upper Class reward seat for a fraction of the points. Plan your dream vacation now! Terms apply. [Learn more]( Today’s top stories [Delta unveils 10th Amsterdam route with nonstops from Tampa]( Delta Air Lines will fly from Tampa to Amsterdam once again this winter. [Read more]( [Pristine white beaches without the crowds: Why this Mexican island should be your next great escape]( Looking for a secluded island getaway in Mexico without the crowds? 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