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Also: Save miles or money with positioning flights [The Points Guy]( WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY Jan 29, 2023 TOP TRAVEL NEWS OF THE WEEK Last week saw a new way for New York City travelers to reach John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), fewer ways for air travelers to get to the Caribbean and South America, and a warning to travelers visiting Mexico. New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority opened a new Grand Central Madison station (beneath the Grand Central Terminal) that can get travelers between midtown Manhattan and Jamaica, Queens, and then [on to JFK via the AirTrain for as little as $13](. This is particularly good news for anyone who has ever had to pay upward of $100 using Uber or Lyft to get to the airport from midtown. On the other end of the spectrum, [American Airlines is cutting routes]( to Culiacan, Mexico; Samana, Dominican Republic; and San Andres Island, Colombia. The routes were fairly new (all were added in 2021), but the lack of demand and the current pilot shortages were to blame. If you are traveling to Mexico soon, the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico have warned visitors to Cancun of a “potential conflict between taxi drivers and ride-hailing service companies.” [Read our full story]( for details on safety preparedness and alternatives to taxis and ride-hailing services. Here are the other most-read stories of last week: - [Icon of the Seas cruise ship guide: Pricing, itineraries and what to expect on board]( - [Best-ever offers on IHG cards: Earn up to 175,000 points]( - [Booking this Marriott hotel was a disaster. Can we get a refund?]( - [Is AAA membership worth it?]( Photo by Marc A Hermann/MTA. Have a great Sunday, Tarah Chieffi, Family Travel 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](#). Elsewhere tailors exclusive trips just for you TOGETHER WITH [TPG] Ready for the trip of your dreams? Elsewhere offers wildly unique experiences and connects you with local experts to plan your journey. Whether it's with Tiago in Lisbon, Angela in Johannesburg or one of our other local experts — this won't be your average travel agent's itinerary. Explore an elevated way of travel with Elsewhere. [Explore Elsewhere]( TODAY'S TOP STORIES [16 mistakes cruise ship passengers make on disembarkation day]( Don't make these same mistakes. [Read more]( [Quick Points: Save miles or money and unlock better availability with positioning flights]( Tips for savvy travelers. [Read more]( [These are the 15 best spring break destinations to visit this year]( It's time to start planning your next trip. [Read more]( [Capital One Venture X credit card review: Luxury perks for a reasonable annual fee]( This premium card might be the next great addition to your wallet. [Read more]( [Losing elite status this month? Keep benefits with these airline status matches and challenges]( Last chance for elite status matches! [Read more]( THE LATEST 1 [Earn American Airlines Loyalty Points and miles through the AAdvantage shopping portal]( 2 [11 things you should never buy on a cruise ship (or in port)]( 3 [A luxe boutique hotel with authentic Spanish style and verve: Thompson Madrid]( 4 [Guide to lounge access with the Amex Platinum and Business Platinum]( 5 [Airlines say demand shows few signs of letting up]( 6 [Alaska Airlines raises the cost of some British Airways awards]( 7 [New offers on the Amex Blue Cash Everyday and Blue Cash Preferred: Are they worth it?]( 8 [Losing elite status this month? Keep benefits with these airline status matches and challenges]( 9 [Hilton Honors offers some members challenges to extend their status]( 10 [Copa makes Baltimore its 14th US city, adds flights to its 'Hub of the Americas']( [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 2023