In this episode, we are talking about the increase in airline checked bag fees, points promotions from Hyatt, a nearing of the Chase Marriott Bold, and we will be finishing off with my thoughts on the Delta Platinum changes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 27, 2024
18 min
BILT adds Marriott as another transfer partner on their quest to catch them all. AirBnB tries their hand at being a hotel website, at least in NYC, JetBlue Avios? Qatar Airways allowing for their Avios to be used for JetBlue Flights. We end with the TPG awards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 12, 2023
19 min
The popular budgeting app Mint is coming to an end in 2024. The DOJ is taking JetBlue to Trial over the Spirit Merger. Southwest unveils their bag tracking feature to customers. Finally, American Airlines is eyeing status matches with Delta and United's most elite customers. Those stores on This Week in Points and Travel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 5, 2023
17 min
JetBlue wants KLM out of New York if they can't stay in Amsterdam. A JetBlue plane in New York's JFK leaned back when letting passengers off. A bear enters a St. Regis in Aspen and attacks a security guard. Uber takes off to the sky with new Uber Balloons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 29, 2023
12 min
Delta can learn a thing or two about customer satisfaction from Hilton. Choice unable to buy Wyndham, this time. TAP Air Portugal is joining the American Express Network. And, how the aviation industry can help customers rediscover the joy of travel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 22, 2023
16 min
The Amex Business Gold is Increasing its Fee early next year. The Future of Aviation with Battery Powered Planes, and CFPB going after Credit Card Rewards. All stories coming up on This Week in Points and Travel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 15, 2023
22 min
On this week in points and travel, Greece is trying to save a 2500 year old monument by reducing the number of tourist that can visit it. Visa, the payment network, is in a battle against surcharges charges. The European Union is requiring all "Visa-Free" nations to register with them when entering the Euro-zone. And a viral TikTok video has a joke that doesn't land. These stories on this week in points and travel. Rapid Fire Stories:Cardholders Sue Amex, Bank of America for Jumping the Gun on Interest Rate HikesBritish Airways will stop loading flights with enough catering for all passengersNew Rule On Accessible In-Flight Lavatories Edges U.S. Closer To Air Travel Equality Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 6, 2023
19 min
In this episode of "This Week in Points and Travel", the newest scam has people using google to change the phone numbers to many popular airlines, potentially costing customers thousands. Breeze Airways expanding to new routes from Fort Myers, Florida. 1,000 workers at LGW airport in London prepare to strike. The end of the Northeast Alliance between JetBlue and American Airlines and more. Please leave a review or a like on this episode if you enjoyed it. Summary of Credit Card Competition Act Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 25, 2023
19 min
On this weeks episode, JP Buffet is stuck in Popup Jail with American Express. We also talk about how Marriott is being sued for its surcharge fee practices. Plus, Delta Airlines is increasing profits and its fares. Finally, we talk about how Hyatt and MGM are ending their partnership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 16, 2023
23 min
How is it going everybody welcome to This Week in Points and Travel, I am your host JP Buffet. On this weeks episode we will be discussing the potential merger of Choice Hotels with Wyndham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 4, 2023
12 min
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