✈ Lie-Flat Seats You Won’t Want to Miss This Summer, Southwest Companion Pass Deal & More News From TPG ✈

Also: What it's like to stay in a treehouse in Mexico May 24, 2024 [THE POINTS GUY]( [View in browser]( [TPG Daily Newsletter]( TOGETHER WITH [Partner Logo]( [THE POINTS GUY]( TOGETHER WITH [Partner Logo]( Spiffy new business-class seats to book with points by Sean Cudahy, Aviation Reporter [TPG | Hero Image] Today could be one of the busiest days ever at U.S. airports as the Memorial Day weekend (and summer) travel rush kicks off in earnest. In fact, the crowds have already been pretty staggering: Last Friday and Sunday were the fourth- and fifth-most crowded days Transportation Security Administration checkpoints have ever seen. All signs point to a record-breaking season for air travel, and some exciting new business-class products have finally arrived. That’s good news, whether you’re planning a big-ticket splurge for a summer trip or have your sights on [earning (and redeeming) a big haul of points or miles]( for your travels. TPG was recently on board Lufthansa’s inaugural flight with its long-awaited “[Allegris]( cabin, featuring a whopping seven different seat types in the business cabin — all with lie-flat accommodations. Another can’t-miss: Hawaiian Airlines' much-anticipated 787 Dreamliners, [complete with all-new suites]( and a rich, tropical design on board. Something else to look forward to: American Airlines is planning to welcome its new [Flagship Suite Preferred]( seats to its fleet at some point — though when is the big question. Dreamliner delivery delays at Boeing have pushed that timeline back a bit. Hoping to book one of these suites without shelling out a ton of cash? Today at noon EDT, tune in for a free live webinar with TPG’s experts, where you can ask questions about jump-starting your points and miles strategy and choosing the right card. [Register for the webinar here](. Meanwhile, here are a few stories to help you book the business-class trip of your dreams: - [Best times to book business-class award flights]( - [Getting started with points, miles and credit cards to travel]( - [Amazing first-class seats you can book with points]( 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: DAVID SLOTNICK/THE POINTS GUY. TOGETHER WITH [Partner Logo]( Add a piece of history to your wallet Delta Air Lines and American Express have again partnered to release a limited-edition Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card and Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card made from 33% metal from the iconic Boeing 747. Add a piece of history to your wallet. Terms apply. [Learn more]( Today’s top stories [Act fast (offer ends today): Earn the Southwest Companion Pass by flying to Hawaii]( Looking to snag the coveted Southwest Companion Pass? As a limited-time promotion, book a round-trip flight to Hawaii and earn a pass valid from Oct. 5 to Nov. 15. [Read more]( [What it's like to stay in a treehouse in Mexico: A review of Nomade Holbox]( Ever wonder what it's like to stay in a treehouse? Here's what you can expect at Mexico's wellness-focused Nomade Holbox hotel. [Read more]( [Best-ever Marriott Business Amex offer: Earn 5 free nights]( Check out the current welcome offers across these Marriott Bonvoy credit cards from Chase and American Express. They can get you valuable bonus points to use for Marriott hotel stays. [Read more]( [Spirit adds 5 new flights, cuts international service from Houston earlier than planned]( Spirit Airlines is once again making a slew of changes to its network. [Read more]( [Beach deal: Score flights to Belize from $252 round-trip]( United Airlines and Delta Air Lines are offering some of the lowest prices to Belize we've seen in years, with round-trip fares going for as low as $252. [Read more]( The latest 1. [Here's what happened when we used my 5-year-old’s award miles to book travel]( 2. [Hilton and Huttopia are playing major roles in the growing US camping travel sector]( 3. [12 best family ski resorts in the US]( 4. [Complete guide to earning and redeeming Avianca LifeMiles]( 5. [Move over, British Airways — Finnair Plus now has some excellent Avios sweet spots]( 6. [Excellent new Hilton credit card offers: Earn a free night plus up to 130,000 bonus points]( 7. [Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. Amex Gold: Which mid-tier favorite is right for you?]( 8. [JetBlue and British Airways are planning a codeshare partnership]( 9. [Don’t forget to do this before heading to the airport this summer]( 10. 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