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Also: The JW Marriott Orlando has new family suites [The Points Guy]( WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY Nov 19, 2021 GAS PRICES AFFECTING THANKSGIVING TRAVEL Travel is back, just in time for the holidays. However, due to out-of-control gas prices, some travelers are opting to stay home this Thanksgiving. I reported [yesterday]( that 50% of Americans said high gas prices — over $4 per gallon in some states — are keeping them off the road during one of the busiest travel periods. However, according to one study, gas prices are actually going down, even if your wallet doesn't feel it. And one industry expert said he expected that would remain true through the holiday weekend. If your Thanksgiving travel plans are still on, here's some required reading before you hit the road: - [Tips for seeing the 2021 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC]( - [It’s not too late: Book a holiday trip to Mexico with open American award space]( - [Clear expands to Palm Beach International Airport just in time for Thanksgiving travel security woes]( Victoria M. Walker, Senior Reporter THE POINTS GUY PREMIUM: TAKE OUR SURVEY TO HAVE A SAY IN WHAT FEATURES ARE INCLUDED We value your opinion and want to hear it. From Seat Alerts to Airport Lounge Access to Live Availability, let us know which premium features you’d love to see included in our new Premium experience. [Take survey]( 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 is about to resume its longest flight — for now]( United’s longest route is making a comeback in 2022. [Read more]( [Exclusive: Chase airport lounge coming to San Diego, alongside 3 already announced locations]( Chase appears to be laying the groundwork for a fourth lounge in San Diego. [Read more]( [Southwest expanded like wildfire during 2021. Here’s its plan for 2022.]( The airline expanded to 18 new markets in 2021. [Read more]( [The JW Marriott Orlando has new Family Suites with bunk beds and chalkboard walls]( One of Orlando’s most popular points hotels for family trips to Disney is getting even better. [Read more]( [Best-ever bonus: Earn $40 (or 4,000 Amex points) by joining or referring a friend to Rakuten]( One of our favorite online shopping portals is offering a solid bonus for new members. 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