✈ Chase Airport Lounges, Canada Reopens to Americans: TPG's Experience Crossing the Border & More ✈

Also: AA just raised the cost of some awards — here’s how to pay the lowest rate [The Points Guy]( WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY Aug 11, 2021 SPONSORED BY [TPG] NEIGHBOR TO THE NORTH Like most Americans, I haven't been able to visit Canada in what feels like a very long time. My last summer trip was the year before the pandemic, including an incredible day on the Bay of Fundy, pictured above. Now, U.S. travelers can cross the border once again, as TPG experienced earlier this week. There are a few requirements to keep in mind, but if you're eligible, it can definitely be worth a trip. Get the full scoop, with: - [Canada reopens — TPG's experience crossing the border]( - [Long delays: What it was like to enter Canada by car]( - [Full details of Canada's reopening to American tourists]( Canada offers some of the best ski resorts on both North American coasts, but it's also a spectacular place to visit in summer. I'm a big fan of Nova Scotia, and if you're looking for an outdoor adventure without the domestic crowds, it can definitely be worth flying or driving across our northern border 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] Last call! There’s never been a better time to apply for the Business Platinum Card®, featuring a TPG Exclusive Offer of 125,000 Membership Rewards® points. This bonus is worth $2,500 according to TPG valuations — the perfect way to jumpstart your business travel. Terms Apply. [Learn more]( TODAY'S TOP STORIES [The DOT is looking at Spirit's operational meltdown]( The airline's financial impact is likely to be steep given the cost of refunds and other expenses. [Read more]( [Chase airport lounges coming to LaGuardia, Boston and Hong Kong — here’s who will have access]( It’s clear that Chase is going head-to-head with American Express in the lounge department. [Read more]( [American just raised the cost of some awards — here’s how to pay the lowest rate]( Of the big three U.S. legacy carriers, AA is the only one to still publish award charts. [Read more]( [London’s calling: JetBlue’s inaugural flight to Europe takes off tonight]( We're especially excited about JetBlue’s new London-bound coach, given the fantastic meals we’re expecting onboard. [Read more]( [Expansion mode: Allegiant unveils 22 new nonstop routes]( Arizona was the big winner, with Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) landing seven of the new routes. [Read more]( THE LATEST 1 [Consult with Cards: Retiree with dreams of traveling to Ireland and the UK using points]( 2 [What is credit cycling, and should you do it to earn more points?]( 3 [Restaurant in the sky: Delta’s enhancing its hot meals on select US flights]( 4 [Tips for booking hotel rooms for large families]( 5 [Full service, no service or hybrid housekeeping: Which do TPG readers prefer?]( 6 [MSC Cruises’ newest ship, MSC Seashore, sails inaugural voyage in the Med]( 7 [The 7 do’s and don’ts in an airport lounge]( 8 [It’s a tough time to be a kid named “Delta” – so this airline sent a little love]( 9 [New Atlas Ocean Voyages ship cancels Egypt call after passenger tests positive for COVID-19]( 10 [Fifth-freedom routes: Flying top international airlines without setting foot in their home countries]( [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