Apr
04
2020
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.
Marriott Dumps Its Travel Community
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Monthly Archives for April 2020.
Video Explains One Of The Most Lucrative Mileage Exploits Of All Time
Apr
04
2020
You’d buy coins from the U.S. government at face value, pay by credit card, and get free shipping. There were ever-changing rules about how many coins you could buy and how often, but for a time it was unlimited – and some people bought seven figures worth.
The coins were heavy. You had to take them to the bank. And you had to track shipments. But that there was no net cash cost to the deal, and no real limit for awhile on how much you could earn, plus that it lasted in one form or another for about three years makes it an all-time classic.
What Is Happening To The Airline Industry?
Apr
03
2020
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.
With Travel Down 94%, Delta Is Losing $60 Million A Day, Not Paying A Third Of Employees
Apr
03
2020
In a letter to employees today, Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian revealed that the carrier is carrying nearly 94% fewer passengers than a year ago and losing $60 million per day – in addition to a number of other details about the airline’s scaled-down operations.
US Government: Airlines Must Contact Everyone They Refused A Refund To And Offer One
Apr
03
2020
DOT is telling airlines that continuing to deny refunds for cancelled flights and significant schedule changes is “a violation of the carriers’ obligation that could subject the carrier to an enforcement action.”
However the government will not act against airlines that have improperly refused refunds already provided they get their act together and fix their policy, educate staff about the change, and contact everyone that already took a voucher to let them know they are entitled to a refund.
Department Of Transportation Will Make Airlines Offer Refunds For Cancelled Flights
Apr
03
2020
In an interview Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao says that airlines have to refund customers when they cancel flights. That’s clear, published DOT policy.
Secretary Chao also said that the government should not ground the airlines, and that flying decisions should be left up to them – and that the nation needs the airlines flying, even now.
Hyatt Extending Elite Status, Free Nights And Upgrades Through Next Year
Apr
03
2020
Hyatt has already extended reservations flexibility through June 30, including refunds for prepaid hotel reservations for those who need or want to cancel.
They’ve also now worked through how to handle elite status, upgrade certificates, and free night awards. And they’re also announcing a further pause to expiration of points.
Wild: Cruise Ship Defends Itself Against Venezuelan Attack Boat – And Sinks It
Apr
03
2020
The Ukrainian crew of a Portuguese-flagged Canadian-operated German cruise ship sank a Venezuelan attack boat that fired on it in international waters.
You Can Request To Be Considered For An Amex Centurion (Black) Card Online
Apr
03
2020
The American Express Centurion Card, or Black Card, is a prestige item in a wallet but way too expensive for what you get. It costs $10,000 in the first year ($2500 thereafter). There are, however, some unique benefits the Platinum card doesn’t get – like Delta Platinum and Hilton Diamond status – and now even a $1000 annual Saks credit along with other new perks.
U.S. Hotels Hit Their Lowest Weekly Occupancy – Ever
Apr
03
2020
More than 75% of hotel rooms in the U.S. were empty last week. And things were even worse in the top 25 hotel markets: 19.6% occupancy, and revenue per available room down nearly 86%.
