Avoiding Bag Fees, TPG’s New Vlog, Defeating Basic Economy and More
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Each Saturday, we round up the top miles, points and travel news that you might have missed on TPG this week. Here’s what you need to know:
There’s one airline — and a few cards — that’ll spare you that cost.
Watch Now: The Points Guy Launches Official Vlog Series
People always ask what it’s like to be The Points Guy. Here’s the answer.
How to Use Credit Cards to Defeat Basic Economy
No one really wants to board with the last group.
Fiji Airways to Operate New A350 to LA
TPG’s Brendan Dorsey breaks down how to book it.
American Airlines’ First Cramped A321 Takes to the Skies After Project Oasis Retrofit
It’s not all bad news, but it’s not all good news.
How to Book a Hyatt Resort From $86 Through Hyatt’s Latest Buy Points Promo
The valuable promotion ends June 11.
Away Mini Travel Cases Have Risen From The Dead (For A Limited Time)
The last time these were for sale they sold out, and fast.
Airlines Close to First ‘Substantive’ Fare Hike of 2019, Analysts Say
Major carriers Alaska Airlines, Delta and United have widely matched the increase.
Plan Your European Train Trip This Summer With Eurail’s New App
This service is great for when it’s more convenient to hop on a train than to fly.
Delta’s New Program Helps Elites Earn Back Status After a Major Life Event
… So you can hop back on the status train even after those months of staying home with your newborn.
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