How to earn Marriott Ambassador Elite status

Marriott Bonvoy differs from most major hotel loyalty programs in that its top elite status has two requirements members must meet each calendar year. To earn Ambassador Elite status, members must stay frequently with Marriott and spend a significant amount with Marriott each calendar year. Here’s what you need to know about earning Marriott Ambassador…

Earn American Airlines elite status with a credit card

A few years ago, American Airlines completely changed how its members earn elite status. Instead of elite-qualifying miles and dollars, Loyalty Points are now the metric by which you earn American Airlines elite status. Interestingly, you can earn elite status in the American AAdvantage program without taking any flights. And perhaps more interestingly, you can…

Exclusive: United Airlines unveils big changes to PlusPoints upgrades

United Airlines is following through on its promise to make PlusPoints far more flexible, but the increased utility is coming at a (steep) cost. The Chicago-based carrier rolled out its highly anticipated updates to how Premier elite members can use PlusPoints on Thursday. The airline is sharing the updates via customer emails, and it also…

Ink Business Unlimited Credit Card review: Great perks with no annual fee

Chase Ink Business Unlimited overview The Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card (see rates and fees) is one of the best business cards with no annual fee because it earns 1.5% back on every purchase. That cash back can be turned into valuable Chase Ultimate Rewards points when paired with an eligible Chase card. Card Rating*:…

Behind the scenes at American Airlines’ giant Fort Worth campus and DFW

This is what AvGeek dreams are made of. Several of us at TPG got a behind-the-scenes look at American Airlines’ Fort Worth, Texas headquarters, training facilities and operations center. We also got up close and personal with the airport operations at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), America’s second busiest airport and American’s mega-hub. Here’s…

Amex to devalue the Business Platinum’s 35% points rebate

Starting Sept. 18, The Business Platinum Card® from American Express is drastically changing its beloved 35% Pay with Points bonus for the worse. Currently, the Pay with Points bonus applies to first- and business-class tickets booked on any airline or tickets booked in any cabin with the airline that a cardmember selects for their up…

United expands Newark Polaris Lounge with beautiful new dining room

United Airlines is breathing new life into its seven-year-old Polaris Lounge in Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) with the opening of a dedicated dining room. The Chicago-based carrier took the wraps off the 1,500-square-foot space on Wednesday, and it’ll officially open to the public on Friday, June 20, timed perfectly for the start of the…