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Andaz Scottsdale Review: Suite Upgrade, Globalist Breakfast And Surprising Flaws
The main reason I chose this property was the ability through World of Hyatt to confirm a suite upgrade – a 750 square foot Sonoran Suite which has separate bedroom and living room and two separate bathrooms, as well as outdoor sitting areas. That’s perfect for me traveling with my wife, daughter and infant son since my daughter can sleep in a separate room on the fold out couch.
Earn 100,000 Points Paying Your Mortgage With Mesa’s No Annual Fee Card – Plus $700 In Statement Credits
Mesa offers a points-earning ‘mortgage marketplace’ and a no annual fee credit card that earns points for paying your mortgage (up to 100,000 points per year). The card has been in limited release with a wait list, but they say it will be opening up broadly during January.
American Airlines Now Charges For Minor Schedule Changes—But This 16-Minute Loophole Still Works
Earlier this month American Airlines cracked down on their reservations agents making changes to passenger itineraries for free when the schedule change was less than 15 minutes. That actually seems fair but as a passenger it’s still disappointing.
Why Lufthansa Will Never Serve Free Coffee On Short Flights Again: The CEO’s Stunning Math [Roundup]
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.
Elite Flyers Get Early Christmas Gift: Alaska And Hawaiian Airlines Status Matches Are Live
Some accounts update quickly, while others experience delays. It can take 72 hours, but usually takes just a few. Bear in mind that you may now be booking mixed Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines itineraries, and your choice of loyalty program affects benefits.
Bizarre Airbnb Ultimatum: Guest Demands Full Holiday Wonderland Before Check-In [Roundup]
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.
Delta Boots Elite Passenger From First Class—Dog Takes Their Seat As Airline Cites ‘Policy,’ “Nothing We Can Do”
A Delta Air Lines elite passenger received a rare first class upgrade – but 15 minutes later was sent back to coach in order to give their seat up front to a dog instead. The airline told the customer that the dog was a service animal, and there’s “nothing they can do.”
Southwest Flyers Cash In: Free Premium Seating Throughout 2025—But This Secret Will Be Gone In 2026
We can expect to see planes reconfigured (50-100 aircraft per month) to offer extra legroom seating throughout 2025. They’re going to offer more premium seating, but until that’s reliably offered across their fleet customers are going to luck into it without paying for it.
Airlines Gutted First Class Upgrades—But A Premium Seat Explosion Could Change Everything
First class upgrades have become nearly non-existent. Delta says only about 12% of their first class seats go to upgrades, while 15 years ago, 81% of first class seats went to upgrades, awards and employees.
That may all be about to change.