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Also: Can you use a business credit card for personal use? [The Points Guy]( WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY Feb 26, 2022 THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES As the conflict in Ukraine continues, the impact is being felt across the travel industry — and we anticipate more developments to unfold over time. In addition, be sure to catch up on this week's top travel-related news here: - [The perfect rental car? My experience renting a Tesla Model 3 from Hertz]( - [You can now access these 5 Virgin Clubhouses with your Amex Platinum]( - [Biggest cruise ship ever built arrives in Florida for 1st sailings]( - [Alaska Mileage Plan is making major changes — book these awards before March 1]( - [Japan announces limited reopening plan — hope for an eventual return of tourism?]( Featured photo of Mendoza, Argentina by Stella Shon/The Points Guy. Stella Shon, Writer 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 [Delta suspends codeshare with Russian carrier Aeroflot]( The suspended codeshare came a day after the United States announced new sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. [Read more]( [The CDC just relaxed mask guidance — but they’re still required on airplanes, for now]( While the new federal guidelines are effective immediately, it remains largely up to local authorities to determine when to impose or lift mask mandates. [Read more]( [More than 3,000 flights canceled as latest winter storms sock US]( A sprawling winter storm brought rain, snow and ice to states as widespread as Texas and Massachusetts. [Read more]( [Russia has banned UK airlines from flying in its airspace]( The U.K.’s flag carrier, British Airways, currently operates routes to Moscow three times per week from London, which it quickly announced would be suspended. [Read more]( [Best sweet spots in the American Airlines AAdvantage program]( Let's take a look at some of the best ways to redeem your AAdvantage miles. [Read more]( THE LATEST 1 [Can you use a business credit card for personal use?]( 2 [Your next credit card approval is in the hands of these 3 agencies]( 3 [Marriott reveals start date for dynamic pricing; redemption rates increasing by up to 50%]( 4 [The all-new ‘Star Wars’ hotel is the travel experience I waited 45 years to enjoy]( 5 [These LGBTQ-focused travel companies can help you plan the perfect cruise]( 6 [More cruise lines drop Russia, Ukraine calls in wake of invasion]( 7 [Update: Proof of vaccination or recent test no longer required to access indoor spaces in Maui]( 8 [Standing with Ukraine: How you can join us in supporting the country now]( 9 [IHG now has a calendar search to help you find the best cash or points rates: Here’s how to use it]( 10 [Russian airline Aeroflot banned from UK as sanctions imposed over Ukraine invasion]( [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 2022