✈ Get Ready for Even More Face Mask Mandates & More Daily News From TPG ✈

Also: Top US airline may ban passengers for not wearing a mask in the airport [TPG]( Jul 22, 2020 HOTEL MASK REQUIREMENTS Many hotels already require guests to wear face masks — that was the case in Virginia last weekend, during [my first pandemic stay]( — and, fortunately, the mandate is about to become [much more widespread](. Beginning next week, some of the country's largest chains will [require all customers]( at thousands of U.S. hotels to wear masks, hopefully reducing the risk of [contracting COVID-19]( during your stay. Here's what you need to know: - [More hotel chains are about to require masks]( - [3 things my trip taught me about coronavirus travel]( - [Non-compliant passengers could face an airline ban]( While even a disposable surgical mask will do, you can use this as an opportunity to share your love of travel. Our [limited-edition TPG masks]( were such a big hit that they sold out quickly, but we're working on another batch. Keep an eye on [this page]( — they should be available again soon. -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.]( [Top US airline may ban flyers for not wearing a mask in the airport]( The expanded mandate will be enforced at check-in counters and kiosks, lounges, baggage claim, departure gates and other airport areas. [Read more]( [FAA move could have Boeing 737 MAX flying again this fall]( American, Southwest and United have published schedules with the MAX starting Sept. 9, Oct. 8 and Sept. 8, respectively. [Read more]( [See if you're targeted for $50 off Amazon]( You aren't limited to products — third-party gift cards for companies like Whole Foods and Uber Eats work too. [Read more]( [Sorry travelers, Puerto Rico has postponed its reopening plans]( The island has reported over 12,000 positive cases of the virus, with 180 deaths. [Read more]( [A star-crossed trip to Tahiti; Why I canceled Bora Bora again]( With the situation surrounding international travel remaining incredibly complex, it could be a good time to knock some states off your list. [Read more]( News you can use • [8 ways for elite status perks to remain relevant during the pandemic]( • [Why dual citizenship is one of the most powerful tools you have when traveling]( • [How Amex is saving me money on a trip to Bermuda this fall]( • [End of an era: Qantas’ last 747 draws kangaroo in the sky before retirement]( • [Loyalty programs can help save rental car companies — here’s how]( • [8 private-island resorts you can book with points]( • [United Airlines loses ‘just’ $1.6B thanks to steep second-quarter cost cuts]( • [UPDATE: New York now requires mandatory quarantine for travelers from 31 states]( • [Air Canada offering up to 40% off award tickets, 150% bonus miles on paid travel]( • [Disney World closes face mask loophole by banning eating and drinking while walking]( [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