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Also: Act fast to book United flights from just 8,000 miles round-trip [The Points Guy]( WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY May 6, 2021 SPONSORED BY [TPG] AIRLINE LOUNGE REOPENINGS Planes are full, U.S. airports are packed and vaccinated Americans feel comfortable flying once again. Still, a few key aspects of the travel experience continue to lag behind demand, especially when it comes to what you'll find before you board your plane. In many cases, airline lounges that closed early during the pandemic remain shuttered, though the largest U.S. carriers have detailed plans to welcome more customers back. Learn more about what to expect from AA, Delta and United, with: - [AA reopening more Admirals Clubs, adds food options]( - [Delta will reopen all Sky Club lounges by summer]( - [UA details plans for United Clubs, Polaris Lounges]( While a handful of lounges are already open, and have been for some time, they've been especially crowded at hub airports — these reopenings couldn't come too 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](#). FROM OUR PARTNER SPONSORED BY [TPG] Meet the Venmo Credit Card with[personalized cash back](. Earn up to 3% cash back on eligible top spend categories, which adjust each month based on where you spend the most. Plus, it’s all easily managed from the Venmo app you already know and love! [Learn more]( TODAY'S TOP STORIES [4 bucket list trips I'm booking this year using points and miles]( There's a bit of everything — beautiful islands, historic destinations and one of the most popular tourist spots in the world. [Read more]( [A great American road trip through Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming]( You'll get to see must-visit outdoor attractions like Mount Rushmore, Devils Tower and Old Faithful. [Read more]( [‘We’re back!’ Another major cruise line announces restart plans]( Most major cruise lines haven't operated a single voyage since March of 2020. [Read more]( [Today only: Book United flights from just 8,000 miles round-trip]( On some routes, you'll save as much as 70% over regular saver award rates. [Read more]( [Threaten a Delta employee? Say goodbye to your SkyMiles account and elite status]( The SkyMiles program now includes a new provision around when a frequent flyer account might be terminated. [Read more]( [New system lets travelers make a reservation at the TSA checkpoint]( Passengers can arrive at their reservation time and go right through. [Read more]( THE LATEST 1 [Air Canada now lets you earn elite status without flying]( 2 [Americans can now visit 90+ countries and territories — here’s the complete list]( 3 [Why I’m keeping my Marriott Bonvoy Boundless for the long term]( 4 [Australia won’t reopen to international travel until 2022]( 5 [3 unique road trips you can take from Houston in 4 hours or less]( 6 [The CDC might require cruisers to wear masks even when sunning by the pool]( 7 [FAA cracks down on abusive, maskless flyers with fines up to $32,750]( 8 [18 promotions that will make your next hotel stay more rewarding]( 9 [Register now for IHG’s new promotion with up to 3x earnings and extra points for cardholders]( 10 [May roundup: The latest credit card benefit changes you need to know]( [fb]( [insta]( [yt]( [tw]( [in](#) [mail](#) 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 [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