✈ Southwest Devalues Rapid Rewards Points Without Warning & More Daily News From TPG ✈

Also: Air Canada's generous refund policy won't last long [The Points Guy]( WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY Apr 14, 2021 SOUTHWEST DEVALUATION Loyalty program devaluations are nothing new — just as cash doesn't have quite as much purchasing power as the years go on, the number of points and miles you'll need for a specific redemption is likely to jump over time. No-notice adjustments can really sting, though, and that's exactly what we woke up to with Southwest Airlines, which increased the number of points you'll need to book an award — overnight. Get caught up on this latest change, and what else to expect down the line, with: - [Southwest makes points less valuable overnight]( - [Why more points devaluations may be coming]( - [How earning and burning could change this year]( With members booking awards during the pandemic, Southwest likely has more points outstanding than travelers can reasonably spend. More program changes are likely to come — it's safe to say this won't be the last airline devaluation of 2021. 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](#). TODAY'S TOP STORIES [American unveils 17 new routes, goes all-777 between Miami and JFK in big expansion]( The airline's offering travelers more than 150 total new routes, including more exciting wide-body flights. [Read more]( [Amtrak is sending out free passes to visit its new flagship lounge]( Check your email to see if you've been targeted for a free visit this month. [Read more]( [Act quickly: Air Canada relents, will finally refund canceled flights]( The airline will finally refund all canceled flights, including those that were voluntarily changed due to the pandemic. [Read more]( [Will cruise lines with vaccine mandates be blocked from sailing from Florida?]( The governor suggested that Florida might fight efforts to impose COVID-19 vaccine mandates on cruise passengers. [Read more]( [Marriott and Uber launch new partnership, earn Marriott points on rides and food delivery]( You can now earn Bonvoy points on select rides and food deliveries once you link your accounts. [Read more]( [Delta cuts 6 routes, resumes 6 others in latest network update]( As with other carriers, Delta is focusing on service to popular, outdoor-friendly destinations for now. [Read more]( THE LATEST 1 [How you can earn up to $200 in statement credits on home renovations with this new card offer]( 2 [What to do if you’re turned away because you don’t have the right travel documents]( 3 [Park reservations open April 15: How to make a reservation at Disneyland]( 4 [15 things to know about staying at The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage near Palm Springs]( 5 [Spring cleaning: The cards TPG staffers are keeping, canceling and downgrading]( 6 [Southwest devalues Rapid Rewards, makes points less valuable overnight]( 7 [Can Americans finally go to Europe?]( 8 [Should the Chase Sapphire Preferred be your next card?]( 9 [Capital One extends limited-time perks on select cards through June 2021]( 10 [JetBlue expands partnership with Qatar Airways, new loyalty benefits coming soon]( [fb]( [insta]( [yt]( [tw]( [in](#) [mail](mailto:tpg@thepointsguy.com) You are receiving this because you opted in at [thepointsguy.com](. Where to find us: The Points Guy 100 5th Ave., 16th Floor New York, NY 10011 USA0 USA 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 2021