✈ Top Stories of the Week, Tips for Finding Better Award Availability & More Daily News From TPG ✈

Also: The ultimate guide to saving money with Amex Offers August 27, 2023 [THE POINTS GUY]( [View in browser]( [TPG Daily NEWSLETTER]( [THE POINTS GUY]( Top stories of the week by Katie Genter, Senior Writer [TPG | Hero Image] Hello from Minneapolis, although I’ll be flying to Austin later today on Southwest Airlines. If you missed our newsletter a few days back, don’t forget that tomorrow is your last chance to apply for the [Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business Credit Card]( to earn its best offer ever, which can also help you earn a coveted Companion Pass. This past week, I was sad to learn [Red Way will cease operations Aug. 31](. I’d flown the Lincoln, Nebraska-based airline this June on its inaugural flight and was hopeful its different business model would be successful. We also saw several new promotions from popular brands. For example, you can [earn 1,000 Delta SkyMiles by getting Starbucks]( twice in a week. And [JetBlue offered a Big Fall Sale]( that is unfortunately already finished. Finally, if you’re interested in cruising to the Arctic and beyond, you’ll be excited to learn [Holland America is out with another epic cruise]( that spans 28 nights and visits a variety of aspirational destinations. Here are some other popular stories from the site that you may have missed this past week: - [The 10 biggest mistakes cruise ship passengers make on port days]( - [Delta confirms a 3rd exclusive business-class lounge, will tighten Sky Club access]( - [1st look at Epcot’s new ‘Moana’-inspired attraction]( - [What it's like staying at Aman New York, 1 of the most expensive hotels in NYC]( - [Is Air Canada premium economy worth it on the Boeing 777-300ER from Amsterdam to Toronto?]( 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](. Photo Credit: FILIPPO VINARDI/HOLLAND AMERICA. Today’s top stories [Quick Points: Check seasonal flights for better award availability and pricing]( If you're struggling to find reasonably priced award seats to popular destinations, look for seasonal flights in shoulder periods. [Read more]( [The ultimate guide to saving money with Amex Offers]( Amex Offers can be an incredible tool to save money on purchases you were already planning to make. [Read more]( [Deer Valley to double skiable terrain, add new ski village and make other improvements]( Deer Valley Resort announced plans to add 3,700 skiable acres, a new village and other enhancements for the 2025-2026 ski season. [Read more]( [World Elite vs. World Mastercard: What are the differences in benefits and value?]( What's the difference between these two Mastercard types? Here's an in-depth look at all the perks that come with both World and World Elite Mastercards. [Read more]( [The hotel brand that brings in the most revenue might surprise you]( The revenue darling of the hotel orbit is actually a brand that’s pretty common at many exit ramps off U.S. interstate highways. [Read more]( The latest 1. [Burning Man bound? Reno-Tahoe International Airport is ready to welcome you and say goodbye]( 2. [Your guide to World of Hyatt award charts]( 3. [Capital One Savor vs. Capital One Venture: Should you get either — or both perhaps?]( 4. [Princess Cruises’ Captain’s Circle loyalty program: Everything you need to know]( 5. [Check your email for new targeted IHG offers]( 6. [Don't miss: Book round-trip flights to London with just 40,000 SkyMiles]( 7. [The ultimate guide to saving money with Amex Offers]( 8. [Royal Caribbean Crown & Anchor Society cruise loyalty program: The ultimate guide]( 9. [Multiple airlines offering discounted business-class tickets to Italy]( 10. [Should you transfer Capital One miles to partners or redeem directly for travel?]( [fb]( [insta]( [yt]( [tw]( [in]( [mail](mailto:hello@thepointsguy.com) You are receiving this email because you opted in at [thepointsguy.com](. Where to find us: The Points Guy 100 5th Ave., 16th Floor New York, NY 10011 USA USA If this newsletter was forwarded to you, you can subscribe [here](. 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 2023