Points, Miles & Martinis (2024)

30/06/2024

Earlier this week Delta opened its first Delta One Lounge at New York's John. F Kennedy airport for Delta One passengers, and select 360 members as well. Additional locations planned later this year include Los Angeles and Boston. The new lounge spans 39,000 square feet including an outdoor terrace as well for guests. Delta One passengers will find this new lounge directly after security between Concourses A and B in Terminal 4....

Earlier this week Delta opened its first Delta One Lounge at New York’s John. F Kennedy airport for Delta One passengers, and select 360 members as well. Additional locations planned later this year include Los Angeles and Boston. The new lounge spans 39,000 square feet including an outdoor terrac...

20/06/2024

Delta One passengers will be soon be welcomed onboard with brand new amenity kits from Missoni, These will feature Missoni’s signature textured zigzag pattern on the exterior of the bag, and be filled with all sorts of new amenities. Per Delta, The new amenity kits will be available in Delta One beginning in mid-July on all Delta flights to and from Italy and Paris before launching worldwide in September....

Delta One passengers will be soon be welcomed onboard with brand new amenity kits from Missoni, These will feature Missoni’s signature textured zigzag pattern on the exterior of the bag, and be filled with all sorts of new amenities. Per Delta, The new amenity kits will be available in Delta One b...

29/03/2024

World of Hyatt has launched its latest promotion where World of Hyatt members can earn Double Night Credits at Dream and Thompson Hotels. This is valid for stays between March 22, 2024, and June 10, 2024. Earn Double Night Credits at Dream and Thompson Hotels; new and existing World of Hyatt members can register for Bonus Journeys. Thompson & Dream Double Night Credits Promotion 2024: You must be a member of World of Hyatt in good standing and register for the promotion between March 22 and May 22, 2024, to participate....

World of Hyatt has launched its latest promotion where World of Hyatt members can earn Double Night Credits at Dream and Thompson Hotels. This is valid for stays between March 22, 2024, and June 10, 2024. Earn Double Night Credits at Dream and Thompson Hotels; new and existing World of Hyatt members...

27/02/2024

World of Hyatt routinely evaluates their hotels within their award categories, and will generally make changes once a year. Hyatt has announced their latest round of changes, effective Tuesday, March 26, 2024 with 183 hotels changing categories this year. For 2024, World of Hyatt members will see the following changes: 137 hotels will shift into a higher award category with only 46 shifting to a lower award category....

World of Hyatt routinely evaluates their hotels within their award categories, and will generally make changes once a year. Hyatt has announced their latest round of changes, effective Tuesday, March 26, 2024 with 183 hotels changing categories this year. For 2024, World of Hyatt members will see th...

25/02/2024

Delta announced they'll be launching brand new service from Los Angeles (LAX) to Brisbane, Australia starting on December 4, 2024, This complements Delta's current service to the South Pacific which includes nonstop service LAX to Sydney, Australia; Auckland, New Zealand; and Tahiti. Per Delta, Delta is building on its largest-ever winter schedule to the South Pacific with the launch of a seasonal route from Los Angeles to Brisbane, Australia, that begins Dec....

Delta announced they’ll be launching brand new service from Los Angeles (LAX) to Brisbane, Australia starting on December 4, 2024, This complements Delta’s current service to the South Pacific which includes nonstop service LAX to Sydney, Australia; Auckland, New Zealand; and Tahiti. Per Delta, ...

30/01/2024

Marriott Bonvoy announced its newest global promotion where members can earn 1,000 bonus points plus 1 additional night credit each night. This is valid for stays for paid stays from February 13 through April 29, 2024. Earn 1,000 bonus points and 1 bonus Elite Night Credit each night. Register now, then earn from February 13 through April 29, 2024. Registration ends April 15, 2024....

Marriott Bonvoy announced its newest global promotion where members can earn 1,000 bonus points plus 1 additional night credit each night. This is valid for stays for paid stays from February 13 through April 29, 2024. Earn 1,000 bonus points and 1 bonus Elite Night Credit each night. Register now,....

21/01/2024

MGM Resorts and Marriott have a launched a new partnership which should be going live in early 2024. In terms of elite members, Marriott Bonvoy members will get limited elite benefits when staying with MGM, and they've announced the lackluster details of this partnership. Here's a rundown of the benefits for each membership tier: Marriott Bonvoy Silver Elite members:...

MGM Resorts and Marriott have a launched a new partnership which should be going live in early 2024. In terms of elite members, Marriott Bonvoy members will get limited elite benefits when staying with MGM, and they’ve announced the lackluster details of this partnership. Here’s a rundown of the...

30/12/2023

Delta has expanded its Digital ID option for travelers at LAX, LGA, and JFK at TSA checkpoints. Now eligible travelers will no longer be required to show a physical ID or boarding pass when clearing security. In order to be eligible you must have: Have a TSA PreCheck® membership Have passport information and a Known Traveler Number stored in their Delta profile…...

Delta has expanded its Digital ID option for travelers at LAX, LGA, and JFK at TSA checkpoints. Now eligible travelers will no longer be required to show a physical ID or boarding pass when clearing security. In order to be eligible you must have: Have a TSA PreCheck® membership Have passport infor...

26/12/2023

Hyatt announced plans to add 35+ luxury hotels/resorts grow by 2025, as Hyatt continues to grow its luxury portfolio. Much of this growth falls under Hyatt's Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Thompson, Andaz, and Alila hotel brands. Per Hyatt, While maintaining its asset-light approach, Hyatt has doubled the number of luxury rooms, tripled the number of resort rooms, and quadrupled the number of lifestyle rooms in only five years....

Hyatt announced plans to add 35+ luxury hotels/resorts grow by 2025, as Hyatt continues to grow its luxury portfolio. Much of this growth falls under Hyatt’s Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Thompson, Andaz, and Alila hotel brands. Per Hyatt, While maintaining its asset-light approach, Hyatt has doubled t...

01/12/2023

Hyatt announced they'll be making changes to the World of Hyatt program starting on January 1, 2024. Hyatt will be updating the Milestone Rewards choices, as well as making changes to Guest of Honor bookings. Here's what's new for World of Hyatt Members in 2024: More Milestones & Rewards: Members will be recognized more frequently and choose whether to use their award or gift eligible awards....

Hyatt announced they’ll be making changes to the World of Hyatt program starting on January 1, 2024. Hyatt will be updating the Milestone Rewards choices, as well as making changes to Guest of Honor bookings. Here’s what’s new for World of Hyatt Members in 2024: More Milestones & Rewards: Memb...

25/11/2023

Hyatt announced plans for a brand new Grand Hyatt Deer Valley opening in late 2024. The property will feature 387 guestrooms and suites, along with full resort amenities. Per Hyatt, Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the planned expansion of the Grand Hyatt brand in Park City, Utah. Expected to open late 2024, Grand Hyatt Deer Valley will mark the debut of the Grand Hyatt brand in Utah and will be located at the famed Deer Valley Resort....

Hyatt announced plans for a brand new Grand Hyatt Deer Valley opening in late 2024. The property will feature 387 guestrooms and suites, along with full resort amenities. Per Hyatt, Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the planned expansion of the Grand Hyatt brand in Park City, Utah. Expected to open...

01/11/2023

Earlier this month Delta Air Lines announced they'd be making some adjustments to SkyMiles Medallion program, which will take affect next year. Below is a rundown of the latest changes announced. More Accessible Medallion Status Requirements To make the requirements for achieving 2025 Medallion Status more accessible, Delta has reduced the number of Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQDs) for each tier:...

Earlier this month Delta Air Lines announced they’d be making some adjustments to SkyMiles Medallion program, which will take affect next year. Below is a rundown of the latest changes announced. More Accessible Medallion Status Requirements To make the requirements for achieving 2025 Medallion St...

28/10/2023

Southwest Airlines has extended its schedule through Nov. 5, 2022, and added several new routes this time around. Most of the new international routes are being served from Orlando. Additionally, the airline has grown to a record high of 4,526 departures. Southwest Arlines will be adding new nonstop service from Orlando, Florida, beginning June 4, 2024 to: Cancun, Mexico…...

Southwest Airlines has extended its schedule through Nov. 5, 2022, and added several new routes this time around. Most of the new international routes are being served from Orlando. Additionally, the airline has grown to a record high of 4,526 departures. Southwest Arlines will be adding new nonstop...

30/09/2023

JetBlue has announced a status match for Delta Medallion members who may be looking to jump ship, after Delta announced major changes to the SkyMiles Medallion program starting next year. Details of the JetBlue Status Match for Delta Medallions: For a limited time, Delta SkyMiles Medallions can join the JetBlue family with an exclusive offer to match their status to Mosaic....

JetBlue has announced a status match for Delta Medallion members who may be looking to jump ship, after Delta announced major changes to the SkyMiles Medallion program starting next year. Details of the JetBlue Status Match for Delta Medallions: For a limited time, Delta SkyMiles Medallions can join...

06/09/2023

Delta will be making some big changes to their SkyMiles program which will be announced on September 14th, so we'll have to wait till next week for the official announcement. However, per an internal source, Delta does plan to switch to a revenue based loyalty program, which will completely eliminate Medallion Qualification Miles MQMs. These change will go into effect for the 2025 Medallion year....

Delta will be making some big changes to their SkyMiles program which will be announced on September 14th, so we’ll have to wait till next week for the official announcement. However, per an internal source, Delta does plan to switch to a revenue based loyalty program, which will completely elimin...

01/09/2023

Delta announced they'll be launching new service from Honolulu (HNL) to Tokyo-Haneda (HND) starting on on Oct. 28, 2023. Prior to the pandemic, Delta used to offer service from Honolulu (HNL) to Tokyo-Narita (NRT) but that was discontinued, so it's great to see Delta bringing back service to Tokyo. Per Delta, Delta will launch a nonstop daily service between Tokyo International Airport and Honolulu International Airport on Oct....

Delta announced they’ll be launching new service from Honolulu (HNL) to Tokyo-Haneda (HND) starting on on Oct. 28, 2023. Prior to the pandemic, Delta used to offer service from Honolulu (HNL) to Tokyo-Narita (NRT) but that was discontinued, so it’s great to see Delta bringing back service to Tok...

29/08/2023

Marriott Bonvoy announced its newest global promotion where members can earn 1,500 bonus points on each stay plus an additional 3,000 bonus points for every three hotel brands. This is valid for stays from September 12 through December 6, 2023. Register now, then earn from September 12 through December 6, 2023. Registration ends November 22, 2023. Earn 1,500 bonus points on each stay with no earning limits....

Marriott Bonvoy announced its newest global promotion where members can earn 1,500 bonus points on each stay plus an additional 3,000 bonus points for every three hotel brands. This is valid for stays from September 12 through December 6, 2023. Register now, then earn from September 12 through Decem...

20/08/2023

American Airlines announced it will be launching several new international routes next summer. American Airlines will add flights to three new European cities in 2024 — Copenhagen, Denmark (CPH); Nice, France (NCE); and Naples, Italy (NAP) — starting next summer. Per American Airlines, American will add new nonstop service to Europe, with flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Copenhagen, Denmark (CPH); Naples, Italy (NAP); and Nice, France (NCE)....

American Airlines announced it will be launching several new international routes next summer. American Airlines will add flights to three new European cities in 2024 — Copenhagen, Denmark (CPH); Nice, France (NCE); and Naples, Italy (NAP) — starting next summer. Per American Airlines, American ...

01/08/2023

World of Hyatt has announced its latest promotion for World of Hyatt Credit Cardmembers. This new offer runs from July 11 through September 17, 2023, where cardmembers will 20% of redeemed points back as Bonus Points Only at Hyatt’s independent collection brands. Per Hyatt, From July 11 through September 17, 2023, World of Hyatt Credit Cardmembers can receive 20% of redeemed points back as Bonus Points on World of Hyatt points they redeem for Free Night Awards, Points + Cash stays, room updates and dining and spa services at Hyatt Independent Collection brands around the globe, including…...

World of Hyatt has announced its latest promotion for World of Hyatt Credit Cardmembers. This new offer runs from July 11 through September 17, 2023, where cardmembers will 20% of redeemed points back as Bonus Points Only at Hyatt’s independent collection brands. Per Hyatt, From July 11 through Se...

29/07/2023

Delta recently opened its brand new Delta Sky Club at New York's John F. Kennedy (JFK) airport. This marks the airlines second Sky Club at JFK, with the latest being located in Concourse A near Gate A7. The new lounge is open daily from 5:00am to 10:30pm and has seating for 250 guests, which should help with Delta's overcrowding of Sky Clubs the airline currently faces system wide....

Delta recently opened its brand new Delta Sky Club at New York’s John F. Kennedy (JFK) airport. This marks the airlines second Sky Club at JFK, with the latest being located in Concourse A near Gate A7. The new lounge is open daily from 5:00am to 10:30pm and has seating for 250 guests, which shoul...

18/07/2023

MGM Resorts International and Marriott announced today a brand new partnership along with the creation of MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy, which will launch in October 2023. All 17 MGM resorts will be joining the Marriott Bonvoy program, which will allow members to earn and redeem points. Of the 17 MGM resorts that will join MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy, four properties will also be affiliated with existing Marriott collection brands:...

MGM Resorts International and Marriott announced today a brand new partnership along with the creation of MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy, which will launch in October 2023. All 17 MGM resorts will be joining the Marriott Bonvoy program, which will allow members to earn and redeem points. Of the...

20/06/2023

World of Hyatt has launched its latest promotion Bonus Journeys offer where members can earn double points at 400+ participating hotels in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. You can earn up to 25,000 Bonus Points with this offer starting with your second qualifying stay from July 1, 2023 through September 15, 2023. Earn double points starting with your second qualifying stay at participating hotels in Europe, Africa, the Middle East & Asia Pacific., new and existing World of Hyatt members can register for Bonus Journeys:...

World of Hyatt has launched its latest promotion Bonus Journeys offer where members can earn double points at 400+ participating hotels in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. You can earn up to 25,000 Bonus Points with this offer starting with your second qualifying stay from July 1, 2...

19/06/2023

Delta plans to launch its first daytime transatlantic flight from New York (JFK) to Paris starting March 31, 2024. Delta doesn't currently offer any daytime transatlantic flights to Europe so this will be a nice option for those looking for a non red-eye option on Delta. Delta will be operating this daytime flight using a 767-400 aircraft which features 34 Delta One seats, 20 Premium Select, 28 Comfort +....

Delta plans to launch its first daytime transatlantic flight from New York (JFK) to Paris starting March 31, 2024. Delta doesn’t currently offer any daytime transatlantic flights to Europe so this will be a nice option for those looking for a non red-eye option on Delta. Delta will be operating th...

31/05/2023

The Langley, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Buckinghamshire is located in the former manor home of the third Duke of Marlborough in the town of Slough. The property is a 45 minutes drive to Central London, and only 15 minutes from London Heathrow. This boutique property features just 41 guestrooms and suites. In terms of redeeming Marriott Bonvoy points, nightly redemptions seem to range anywhere from 50,000-80,000 points per night....

The Langley, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Buckinghamshire is located in the former manor home of the third Duke of Marlborough in the town of Slough. The property is a 45 minutes drive to Central London, and only 15 minutes from London Heathrow. This boutique property features just 41 guestrooms and s...

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