✈ 9 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Pay for With a Credit Card & More Daily News From TPG ✈

Also: Health officials criticize AA for not blocking middle seats [TPG]( Jul 1, 2020 EARN MORE POINTS Right now, many of us are spending a bundle on [streaming services]( and [groceries]( — in some cases, even [with a big bonus]( — but there are a number of other payments you might be making via cash or a check, without realizing you could be earning points by paying with a credit card, too. Our [latest guide]( will help you avoid leaving thousands of points on the table. Learn how to earn points when [paying your taxes]( making a [mortgage payment]( or [buying a car]( with: - [9 things you didn’t know you could pay for with a card]( - [Maximizing points and miles on healthcare spending]( - [What to know about paying taxes with your card]( As always, you'll want to understand the [implications of using credit]( before putting a sizable transaction on your card. While you could end up giving your loyalty accounts a big boost, it's only worth considering if you're able to [use credit responsibly]( and avoid racking up significant [interest charges](. -Zach Honig, Editor-at-Large 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. For an explanation of our Advertising Policy, [visit this page.]( [Health officials criticize AA for not blocking middle seats]( Aviation regulators continue to shy away from implementing policies that would direct airlines’ responses to COVID-19. [Read more]( [The long-haul international routes US airlines plan to fly in July]( As many countries maintain border restrictions, plans to resume international flying are tenuous at best. [Read more]( [EU confirms Americans banned; Where can we go instead?]( While a summer vacation in Europe seems unlikely, there is still some good news for Americans. [Read more]( [My 11 craziest AvGeek experiences]( From the very first 787 Dreamliner flight to an aircraft boneyard tour, these experiences would land a spot on any AvGeek's list. [Read more]( [Hawaiian becomes latest US carrier to backtrack on strict refund policy]( Some carriers have gotten especially creative in an effort to avoid issuing refunds for canceled flights. [Read more]( News you can use • [New promo allows you to buy American Airlines miles for as low as 1.76 cents per mile: Is it worth considering?]( • [American drops 19 long-haul routes; cuts in LAX, adds in Seattle]( • [Flight review: Lufthansa first class on the Airbus A380]( • [3 unique road trips you can take from Houston in 4 hours or less]( • [10 gifts you can buy using your Amex Platinum $50 Saks Fifth Avenue credit]( • [United Airlines doubles Newark flights, adds 9 long-haul international routes in August]( • [From newbie to advanced: 5 ways to up your mileage redemption game]( • [Aeromexico files for bankruptcy, third Latin American carrier to restructure]( • [UPDATE: Europe is out, but here’s where Americans can go]( • [13 food delivery promo codes to help you save money on your next meal]( [fb]( [insta]( [yt]( [tw]( [in]( [mail](mailto:info@thepointsguy.com) You are receiving this email because you opted in at [thepointsguy.com](. Where to find us: The Points Guy 100 5th Ave., 16th Floor New York, NY 10011 USA Was this email forwarded to you? [Please subscribe]( to receive your own daily newsletter every morning. Changed your mind? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe]( at any time. Advertiser Disclosure: The credit card offers that appear on the website are from credit card companies from which [thepointsguy.com]( receives compensation. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site (including, for example, the order in which they appear). This site does not include all credit card companies or all available credit card offers. Please view our [advertising policy page]( for more information. Editorial Note: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. THE POINTS GUY © ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2020