✈ Hilton's New Breakfast Perk, 6 Things To Consider Before Booking an Overwater Bungalow & More ✈

Also: Jump on these travel-related Chase, Citi and Amex Offers before they disappear [The Points Guy]( WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY Sep 3, 2021 OVERWATER BUNGALOWS Typically set above shallow, warm, crystal-clear waters, overwater bungalows have long been the most aspirational of points and miles redemptions. They're most commonly found in French Polynesia and the Maldives, but these suites have begun popping up in the Caribbean, too. Not all of these ultimate suites are created equal, however — size, location, water access and the quality of the resort all play a role in your overall experience. We explain what to look out for before you jet off on your next high-end adventure, with: - [6 things to consider before you book]( - [Which remote island chain should you visit?]( - [Overwater bungalows you can book with points]( As thrilling as it can be to have a suite directly over the sea, I actually prefer the beach villas at many resorts — in general, they're far more affordable, and many offer more privacy and space to stretch out. 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 [United Airlines suspends all Newark flights]( The remnants of Hurricane Ida brought heavy rain, flooding and winds to the streets of Manhattan and the nearby suburbs. [Read more]( [I tried out the new Hilton Honors ‘breakfast’ benefit — and I’m a fan]( The new option adds flexibility for guests to pick the food-and-beverage options that work for them. [Read more]( [Jump on these travel-related Chase, Citi and Amex Offers before they disappear]( Check your offers to see if any fit into your upcoming travel plans. [Read more]( [7 things to know before visiting Legoland New York Resort]( It took us an hour, with no traffic, to get there from Manhattan’s Upper West Side. [Read more]( [Why a Douro River cruise may be the perfect friends group getaway]( A voyage on this particular river is a great friends group getaway in more ways than one. [Read more]( THE LATEST 1 [New series: TPG Quick points — How to earn more United miles on the run]( 2 [Here’s where TPG kids are looking forward to traveling to next]( 3 [$4,000 in value: Why I made the Amex Platinum my first-ever premium card]( 4 [Virgin Atlantic debuts new social space called ‘The Booth’ for A350 leisure routes]( 5 [Buy IHG points for just 0.5 cents each through Sept. 9, 2021]( 6 [Signing bonuses and even more free flights: How the travel industry is fighting to survive the labor crisis]( 7 [Azamara has changed its signature destination-focused programming due to COVID-19, and passengers love it]( 8 [Qantas bullish on Australia reopening by end of year if vaccination rollout stays on track]( 9 [Credit card showdown: Amex Gold vs. Amex Business Gold]( 10 [Fly for less: 5 ways you can maximize the current transfer bonuses to Avios]( [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