Reuters reports the White House and Democrats are pushing for additional consumer protections to be included with the FAA Reauthorization Bill currently being debated.   Protections Include Airfare Transparency, Compensation for Controllable Delays The FAA Reauthorization Bill not only continues to reaffirm the Federal Aviation Administration’s authority over civil …

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  MGM Resorts and Marriott International announced the launch of a “long-term, strategic licensing agreement,” allowing members of both loyalty programs to book hotels, earn rewards, and redeem points for rooms and experiences starting in October 2023.   MGM Properties Join “MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy,” Promises Exclusive Opportunities The …

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It is a tough time for me and my family. I wrote this probably more for me than for you, but it is how I got home in time to say goodbye to someone very special to me. The post The beauty of miles and points during tough times appeared …

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  American Airlines and JetBlue announced the latest move to wind down the Northeast Alliance, including end dates for updating itineraries with reciprocal awards and award tickets.   Codeshares, Cross-Carrier Award Flights End on July 21 After several moves by both carriers – including JetBlue’s successful bid to take over …

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  In addition to offering new dining and shopping opportunities, the holistic refresh of JFK’s Terminal 8 is set to bring greater exposure to MBEs and economic opportunity to the Queens area.   JFK Terminal 8: More than Shopping and Dining An official statement by American – which is working in …

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  To mark the occasion, Marriott is offering participants 1,000 points on their first qualifying food or grocery delivery of $40 or more with Uber Grocery. The offer runs until July 25th and applies to US-linked Marriott Bonvoy members only. Full information – including details on how participants can link …

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  In a quiet update posted to the MGM Resorts website, the hospitality company announced they would end their strategic partnership with Hyatt effective September 30, 2023.   Partnership Ends Tier-Qualifying Nights, Reciprocal Points, and Status Matches Neither Hyatt nor MGM Resorts offered any explanation for ending their relationship. Instead, …

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  American Airlines is deploying a new tool to their Integrated Operations Center to help keep travelers moving despite potential disruptions: The Hub Efficiency Analytics Tool, or HEAT.   HEAT Promises to Optimize Schedules to Keep Crews and Flyers Going Throughout the summer, pop-up thunderstorms and other natural weather phenomenon …

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  One FlyerTalker says it worked for him, spending around $5,593 to commute to the University of California, Berkeley from his home in Southern California to complete a Master’s program.   Collecting Points and Miles Results in Major Savings by Flying over Renting In March 2022, FlyerTalker 985X was accepted …

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  The airline is launching a new trial of a service which will let travelers pack less and have a set of clothing guaranteed to be waiting for them upon arrival.   JAL “Sustainable” Service Lets Travelers Pack Less, Reducing Aircraft Weight The new service is called “Any Wear, Anywhere,” …

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