NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast

Welcome back to the NowBoarding podcast.  This is your host, Ed Pizza.  It’s time to do a bit of construction, which means I’m going to extend the downtime for the show a couple of weeks.  I’m transitioning to a new platform for both of my podcasts and it’s proving to be a bigger task than I expected.  I want to get everything set up correctly and take a bit of time with my family to rest and regroup.   While NowBoarding is on sabbatical, I will have new episodes each week of the Miles to Go Podcast, where we talk with some of the best minds in travel on how to maximize your miles and points to see the world.  You can find a link to it in the show notes. Miles to Go on iTunes Miles to Go Website   I want to thank everyone for all of your support, and I look forward to talking with you again soon.  I can’t wait to join you again on a future flight! If you have topics you'd like to see us cover on a future episode you can e-mail me at ed@pizzainmotion.com, or find me on social media, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. And, you can find me blogging daily at pizzainmotion.com.

NowBoarding, your daily travel news in 7 minutes or less. This is your host, Ed Pizza, bringing you the latest travel deals and travel news you need to know Monday through Friday. Tune in daily so you don’t miss any of the best deals! Look for links to all of today’s stories in the show notes on whatever podcast platform you’re listening. And, please share the show with a friend! First up is a report that American Airlines will allow members to buy elite status in 2020. Right now you have to be targeted for the offer and it’s unclear how widely targeted it is. But, View From The Wing has at least two different examples of the qualification levels. At first blush, we’re looking at $5,000 in Elite Qualifying Dollars for Gold status, $10,000 for Platinum, $15,000 for Platinum Pro and $24,000 for Executive Platinum. Virtually all AA fares earn one EQD per dollar spent, expect for Basic Economy which earns half that. I’d love to hear your opinion on these American Airlines changes. Are you excited about being able to achieve status just from spending? Worried that you’ll be fighting with even more people Hit me up Twitter or Facebook A Next, we’re talking about 23:59. As God Save the Points says, the airline rule that allows you to stopover in a particular city for up to a day, is a perfect time for a short visit to a destination. Airlines will generally allow a connection that long on virtually any fare, which is a good excuse for a quick stop somewhere new, or a favorite you haven’t visited in a while. Another thing to consider here are airlines for destinations that have dedicated stopover programs. Many flights to Iceland allow multiple day stopovers. And, TAP Portugal allows up to five nights in Lisbon or Porto, two lovely cities. Make the most of your next trip and build in a stopover someplace awesome. One Mile at a Time walks us through the rules around transferring Marriott Bonvoy points between accounts. You can transfer 100,000 points to another account each year. I had no idea you could receive up to 500,000 points each year. This can be helpful if you have just a handful of points in a spouse or family member account and don’t want them to go to waste. If you’re really close to qualifying for JetBlue Mosaic status this year, you don’t have to worry about falling short or having to hop on a plane to earn those last few points. Status point purchases start as low as $45, which can be a lot cheaper and quicker than hopping on an airplane. If JetBlue is willing to sell you points in an increment as small as 250 points, it’s probably a really good indication that they aren’t likely to give you an exception if you miss by an amount that small. If status is important to you, you probably don’t want to leave it to chance. Finally, according to Miles to Memories, Samsung Pay has a ton of discounted gift cards right now. I don’t have any Samsung devices to check that these are still available, but the report is that you’ll find 20% discounts at places like Staples, REI and Legal Seafood (yum, one of my favorite seafood restaurants). There’s also 10% discounts on Lowe’s, Uber and Hotels.com. That’s a full wrap on today’s travel news. If you’ve got a piece of travel news that you think I should feature on NowBoarding, you can e-mail me at ed@pizzainmotion.com, or find me on social media, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. And, you can find me blogging daily at pizzainmotion.com. Lastly, I need your help, for just a minute. Reviews and ratings are a huge part of what helps us reach a larger audience. So take a minute and help us out, leaving us a review and a rating wherever you get your podcasts. And, please tell a friend. That’s your travel news in 7 minutes or less. I hope you’ll join us again on a future flight!

A quick note: For some reason this didn't publish yesterday. Most likely user error.  My apologies. NowBoarding, your daily travel news in 7 minutes or less. This is your host, Ed Pizza, bringing you the latest travel deals and travel news you need to know Monday through Friday. No more worrying about missing out on the best deals. Give us a couple of minutes every day and we’ll give you what’s going on in the world of travel. A quick side note, thanks to Daniel for sending some feedback my way last night. I’m going to try to make an effort to give you guys a bit more of each story as I share the news. I’m trying to balance keeping the show short so you can tune in easily every day with making sure I’m delivering enough valuable information. Please keep the feedback coming! Look for links to all of today’s stories in the show notes on whatever podcast platform you’re listening. And, please share the show with a friend! First up this week is word of a strike in France for transportation workers. This could obviously affect your airline travel, since Air France union ground crew workers are supposed to strike. Air traffic controllers are said to be a part of it, which would make matters much worse. And, this strike is also supposed to affect rail workers. Train is a great way to get from airports like Charles-de Gaulle to downtown Paris. And, I’ve taken the train to get to smaller cities outside of Paris. If you have a trip planned soon, it’s time to start thinking of backup plans. Next up is the news that BankDirect will start sending 1099s for the miles you earn with their banking product. BankDirect has been around for ages. It’s a way to earn American Airlines AAdvantage miles on your banking. The program is not as lucrative as it once was, but it’s still a reasonable way to earn a few miles. There are competing opinions on how bad the change from BankDirect is. One Mile at a Time thinks it’s not worth the hassle, while View From The Wing thinks this is a small cost and still a viable way to earn some miles. One of the more popular cash back apps, Dosh, is offering a $30 cash back bonus for hotel bookings right now. This is on top of the regular cash back you’d receive on a Dosh booking. Deals We Like has more details on this easy way to pick up cash if you’re planning a hotel stay in the near future. Richard Branson is no longer interested in selling his controlling stake in Virgin Atlantic to Air France-KLM. This was essentially a way for Delta to gain a majority control in the airline through a series of different transactions. It’s unclear how much this cost Richard Branson, or how mad Delta is. But, it’s highly likely this is better for frequent fliers than if Delta had control of the award charts. Finally, today is the first day of United Airlines new upgrade system, PlusPoints. The system offers more flexibility to elite travelers for the upgrades they receive. PlusPoints replaces the Global Premier Upgrades and Regional Premier Upgrades, also referred to as GPU and RPU for us nerds. This is likely to be a positive change, adding a bit of flexibility for travelers. However, unless United loosens their hold on inventory, this will likely end up as a non-event for most travelers. That’s a full wrap on today’s travel news. If you’ve got a piece of travel news that you think I should feature on NowBoarding, you can e-mail me at ed@pizzainmotion.com, or find me on social media, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. And, you can find me blogging daily at pizzainmotion.com. And, since we’re still getting started on this new format, you can do me a big favor and leave me a review on whatever podcast platform you’re listening to. Reviews and ratings are a huge part of what helps us reach a larger audience. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please tell a friend. That’s your travel news in 7 minutes or less. I hope you’ll join us again on a future flight!

NowBoarding, your daily travel news in 7 minutes or less. This is your host, Ed Pizza, bringing you the latest travel deals and travel news you need to know Monday through Friday.  No more worrying about missing out on the best deals.  Give us a couple of minutes every day and we’ll give you what’s going on in the world of travel. Look for links to all of today’s stories in the show notes on whatever podcast platform you’re listening.  And, please share the show with a friend! First up today is hunting for extreme luxury with your hotel points.  On the heels of a story last week about a private island that you could redeem your Hyatt points at, Frequent Miler has found a number of other luxurious opportunities for Hyatt award stays.  Some of these hotel rooms go for over $1,000 a night and can be booked with your Hyatt points.  You can also transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Hyatt to take advantage of these opportunities. Want a free night in a luxurious Presidential suite or first class on a long international flight?  Then you need to find Gilbert.  Where’s Gilbert? That’s exactly the name of this fun game that Gilbert from God Save the Points is playing.  Tune in before he’s gone. From good news to bad news, Gilbert also brings us the news that you may want to avoid South African Airways for future flights.  The airline is definitely going through some turmoil.  Similarly, we could see the end of Hong Kong Airlines in the next few days.  They’ve been warned by their regulator that they’ll lose their ability to operate flights this week if they can’t raise cash.  Check your reservations and look for alternate solutions if these airlines were in your plans. Berlin may finally be getting a new airport, almost 10 years after it was scheduled to open.  And, as Ben from One Mile at a Time points out, it’s only fitting that some executives say everything is great while others say the airport still has problems. Wrapping up today with a 30% transfer bonus from AMEX Membership Rewards to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club.  Virgin Atlantic has a strong product flying between London and the US.  But, they also have a friendly award chart that can get you to places like Japan without breaking your mileage bank. That’s a full wrap on today’s travel news.   That’s a full wrap on today’s travel news. If you’ve got a piece of travel news that you think I should feature on NowBoarding, you can e-mail me at ed@pizzainmotion.com, or find me on social media, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. And, you can find me blogging daily at pizzainmotion.com. And, since we’re still getting started on this new format, you can do me a big favor and leave me a review on whatever podcast platform you’re listening to.  Reviews and ratings are a huge part of what helps us reach a larger audience.  And, if you’re enjoying the show, please tell a friend.  That’s your travel news in 7 minutes or less.  I hope you’ll join us again on a future flight!  

First up this week is a word to the wise. Live and Let’s Fly lets us know that things are rocky right now at Air Canada and Aeroplan. They attempted a systems integration last week that did not go well. It’s not only a good time to check your existing reservations. It’s also a good time to have a plan B if you were planning to use Aeroplan to book an upcoming trip. That’s why it pays not to procrastinate. I’m famous for waiting too long to book trips and getting tripped up by things like this. Another cautionary tale this week is via View From The Wing. Hyatt is losing the Ocean Resort and Casino in Atlantic City as part of the World of Hyatt program. This sort of thing happens from time to time. However, this one is a bit more painful. For starters, the change is happening at the start of 2020, less than a month from now. Second, Hyatt isn’t doing much to help those affected. Other than offering to move award reservations to a paid rate or transfer them to another hotel, people with award bookings are stuck. There are no similar properties nearby. In fact, the next closest hotels are a Hyatt Place and Hyatt House in Mt Laurel, over 40 miles away. I get that Hyatt’s in a bad spot here. But, part of why I continue to patronize Hyatt is because they have continued to stand behind their members where other chains take the easy way out. I could be wrong here, but I think most customers understand when something like this happens. However, since the matter is completely out of the customer’s control, a few extra Hyatt points in someone’s account seems a worthwhile value to let customers know Hyatt empathizes with them in the situation. Here’s hoping Hyatt finds a solid resolution for customers here. It’s holiday shopping time, and there’s a gift giving guide for business travelers written by yours truly. Road warriors have different needs than occasional travelers and leisure travelers. Gear has to justify its weight and space in a backpack or briefcase, and you better get solid value for money spent. If you’re hunting for the perfect gift for a business traveler, we’ve got plenty of suggestions they’re bound to love. God Save the Points shines some light on 5 Marriott Moments you might consider spending your points on. Experiences are becoming a bigger part of loyalty programs, but they’ve been around a while. Heck, it’s 7 years ago since I redeemed my SPG Starpoints to get my wife a tennis lesson with Andre Agassi. Still the single greatest redemption I’ve ever had. Anyway, take a look at these Marriott Moments. The Hotel Danieli in Venice is one of my favorite, which means once again I’m saying Gilbert from God Save the Points has good taste. Last up this week is a reminder about Kimpton Hotels’ secret social password. Make sure to have the password when you check-in for a Kimpton stay to earn a mystery prize, like free breakfast or a bottle of wine. The current password is “Stay Human”. Thanks to Ben at One Mile at a Time for reminding us of this fun benefit. That’s a full wrap on today’s travel news.  If you’ve got a piece of travel news that you think I should feature on NowBoarding, you can e-mail me at ed@pizzainmotion.com, or find me on social media, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. And, you can find me blogging daily at pizzainmotion.com.

NowBoarding, your daily travel news in 7 minutes or less. I’m your host, Ed Pizza, and I bring you news on the latest travel deals and travel news you need to know Monday through Friday. No more worrying about missing out on the best deals. Give us a couple of minutes every day and we’ll make sure you’ve got the best info. Plenty of Black Friday stuff to talk about today. There are so many travel deals out there right now. No matter how you like to travel, there’s a deal for you. If you’re looking for one place to follow on Black Friday to get the full picture, check out the Black Friday command center at Deals We Like. You can find a link to it in the show notes. If your Black Friday plan was to do all your shopping on Amazon, you may be targeted for an offer to save $60 if you make all your purchases through the Amazon App. Miles to Memories has all the details. If you’re in the market for a new laptop, there’s an unbelievable price on the MacBook Air right now. I’m used to paying $1,000 or more for these machines for my employees. Today, we’re seeing a price under $700. And, if you stack all the available offers out there, you might be able to get it under $600. For those of you who may not be ninja wizards when it comes to redeeming miles and points, you probably shy away from airline programs you don’t know much about. No Mas Coach lays out the reasons why you should be thinking about Asiana Club. I’ll give you one example to consider. United charges 60,000 miles one-way in business class from North America to Europe, unless you get stung by their new close-in booking fee, or their new dynamic award charts. Asiana will sell you that same business class seat for 40,000 miles. Definitely worth looking into, especially if you have a bunch of Marriott Bonvoy points. Thinking about planning a family cruise? Cruise expert Gene Sloan breaks down the price comparison between Disney, Royal Caribbean and Carnival. Our family enjoys cruising, with multiple cruises on Royal and Disney. Without doing the math, I was pretty sure Disney was much more expensive than Royal Caribbean. Gene has all the math to back that up. Two quick hits to finish us off. TAP Portugal has a 20% off Black Friday coupon that runs all weekend. If you’re located near a US destination for TAP, they can be a great way to get to Europe. With their Western European hub in Lisbon, they can be a great connecting point to the rest of Europe. Lisbon is also an incredible city and a great place to build in a stopover. And, if you’re into playing the lottery on Black Friday, Expedia and Priceline have free shots at big discounts. Expedia is giving away a limited supply of 75% off coupons if you book through their app. And, Priceline is giving away mystery coupons, with some being 99% off a hotel stay. Jen has all those details in her master post on all the Black Friday travel deals. You’ll find that in the show notes. That’s a full wrap on today’s travel news. I hope you guys will let me know what you think of the new show format. It’s going to be a lot of work to put together a daily show, but I’m committed to it if everyone finds it valuable. If you’ve got a piece of travel news that you think I should feature on NowBoarding, you can e-mail me at ed@pizzainmotion.com, or find me on social media, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. And, you can find me blogging daily at pizzainmotion.com. Hey, since we’re still getting started on this new format, you can do me a big favor and leave me a review on whatever podcast platform you’re listening to. Reviews and ratings are a huge part of what helps us reach a larger audience. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please tell a friend. That’s your travel news in 7 minutes or less. I hope you’ll join us again on a future flight!

NowBoarding, your daily travel news in 7 minutes or less. If you haven’t heard, I’ll be bringing you travel news 5 days a week, Monday through Friday going forward. The best travel deals don’t wait for our weekly episodes. I hear from so many of you that you miss the best deals. Now, you’ll have the opportunity to wake up with travel news, except the weekends where I’ll sleep in just a little bit. Look for links to all of today’s stories in the show notes on whatever podcast platform you’re listening. And, please share the show with a friend! First up today is a cautionary tale on AirBnb. Look, I’ve never stayed at one, so I speak from the voice of inexperience. But, AirBnb still gives me some pause over a standard hotel. Point Me to The Plane details a handful of points to think about before you book AirBnb. Hidden fees, security and coordinating with your host can all be a pain. We were in Lisbon with some friends this summer. They ended up booking an AirBnb for the short stay. Unfortunately, they found out pretty late in the process that they’d need to pick up the keys to their AirBnb about 30 minutes across town. With 3 kids and luggage, that made for an interesting afternoon. Uber has some holiday goodies if you’re flying over the next month or so. You can earn a $25 credit to try out their new Uber Comfort product if you’re flying out of select airports during the holidays. And, they have their own temporary airport lounge setup at Chicago O-Hare in Terminal 2. Check it out! A new program from American Airlines is bringing extra miles to many travelers. If you’re a member of their AAdvantage program and hold an American Airlines credit card, you’re eligible to sign up for SimplyMiles. And, finally, Marriott has some targeted promotions for their members. These sorts of promotions usually don’t get the same sort of notification as the systemwide promos. They’re kind of hidden in a separate section of your Marriott account. So, you could be eligible and not even know. These promotions seem to stretch over the holiday season. So, whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, take a look at this post from One Mile at a Time to figure out if you’ve been targeted. That’s a full wrap on today’s travel news. I hope you guys will let me know what you think of the new show format. It’s going to be a lot of work to put together a daily show, but I’m committed to it if everyone finds it valuable. If you’ve got a piece of travel news that you think I should feature on NowBoarding, you can e-mail me at ed@pizzainmotion.com, or find me on social media, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. And, you can find me blogging daily at pizzainmotion.com Since this is a new show format, you can do me a big favor and leave me a review on whatever podcast platform you’re listening to. Reviews and ratings are a huge part of what helps us reach a larger audience. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please tell a friend. That’s your travel news in 7 minutes or less. I hope you’ll join us again on a future flight!  

We get started today with a Delta flash award sale.  These are some excellent prices.  Boston to London in Economy class for 18,000 miles round-trip?  Or, Seattle-Tokyo round-trip for 34,000 miles.  Two awesome values for you SkyMiles.  I’m eager to see if they do some more business class award flash sales for Black Friday again this year. While we’re talking Black Friday, be sure to check out the 40% off worldwide sale at Booking.com.  You have until December 2nd to take advantage of these deals. And, one more hit on Black Friday.  Be sure to check out the Black Friday master post from master deal guru Jen at Deals We Like. She has everything Black Friday firmly under control.  You’ll find a link to her Black Friday HQ in the show notes. Point me to the Plane is pointing out the fact that if you’re flying this week, you might be going hungry.  There’s a catering strike planned for 17 airports in the US for Tuesday, November 26th.  Big airline hubs like Newark, Chicago, Dallas and Denver.  You may want to pack a snack or pick up lunch in the airport.  Heck, given the current state of most airline catering, you’re better off picking up food in the airport anyway.  My motto?  Never rely on the airlines to feed you. It frequently ends in disappointment. There’s a new travel gadget that frequent travelers are going bonkers over.  If you’ve got bluetooth headphones and you travel, you need this.  Check out the show notes for a link. We wrap up today’s episode with news of a class action settlement against Wyndham hotels.  If you stayed at a Wyndham hotel in the past 9 years, you might be entitled to some cash back in your pocket.  Make sure you check into this to get your share of this settlement. If you’ve got a piece of travel news that you think I should feature on NowBoarding, you can e-mail me at ed@pizzainmotion.com, or find me on social media, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. And, you can find me blogging daily at pizzainmotion.com Since this is a new show format, you can do me a big favor and leave me a review on whatever podcast platform you’re listening to. Reviews and ratings are a huge part of what helps us reach a larger audience. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please tell a friend. That’s your travel news in 7 minutes or less. I hope you’ll join us again on a future flight!

Change is constant in this world and I’m changing the podcast format again. There are travel deals every day and I hear from so many of you that you miss out on the best of them. So, 5 days a week I’m going to put together a podcast episode with the best travel news around the internet. If you’ve got 7 minutes then you’ve got time to hear what’s going on in the world of travel. Our first story this week is a heads-up to those of you traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday. There’s a pretty hefty snowstorm scheduled to hit Denver Monday and Tuesday. Denver Airport is a major hub for Frontier, Southwest and United. It could easily take a couple of days for things to normalize, so be prepared now with backup options if you’re flying this week. It’s time for Black Friday sales, and if you’re in the market for a Google Pixel 4, there’s a great deal right now. Google is offering a 50% rebate on the price of any Google Pixel 4 if you buy it by December 2nd. The rebate credit is in the form of a Google Fi credit. There’s an incredible new option for your Hyatt points. World of Hyatt has a partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World, and One Mile at a Time has discovered a gem. Calala Island, a private Nicaraguan island, has rooms that you can redeem 40,000 Hyatt points per night for a junior suite. The property goes for over $2,000 a night and has a whopping 4 rooms. This is ultra-luxury, without a penny coming out of your pocket. I’m definitely booking this for my wife and I! A hotel is charging $1 a night if you agree to let them livestream your stay on YouTube. The Asahi Ryokan hotel in Japan will rent you a room for a dollar, if you’re willing to be on stage. There’s no audio and cameras are pointed away from the bathroom area. Everything else is fair game. Would you do this to save $30? Our final story today is that Costco is apparently selling Super Bowl tickets. The Super Bowl is in Miami this year, and you can get 2 tickets for a hefty price. The packages come with a ton of Costco cash cards, which you can totally send my way if you can’t find a use for them. If you’ve got a piece of travel news that you think I should feature on NowBoarding, you can e-mail me at ed@pizzainmotion.com, or find me on social media, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. And, you can find me blogging daily at pizzainmotion.com Since this is a new show format, you can do me a big favor and leave me a review on whatever podcast platform you’re listening to. Reviews and ratings are a huge part of what helps us reach a larger audience. And, if you’re enjoying the show, please tell a friend. That’s your travel news in 7 minutes or less. I hope you’ll join us again on a future flight!

This week, Shawn Coomer is back in the co-pilot seat with host Ed Pizza.  Shawn is the host of the Miles to Memories podcast.   Up this week is the perfect last-minute flight booking, a hotel room that earns you lifetime status with just one weeklong stay and some crazy statistics about Marriott's new loyalty program.  We also discuss the new Norwegian Air credit card and the biggest sign-up bonus ever for the United Explorer Card. Links: Finally!! How A Last Minute Booking Came Together Perfectly The Marriott Statistic I Just Can't Wrap My Arms Around Creative: Park Hyatt New York's $50K Per Night Suite Norwegian Air Launches New Credit Card For US Customers Biggest Bonus Ever For United Credit Card (Get It and Keep For The Benefits) Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast, where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.      

This week, Shawn Coomer from Miles to Memories is back to chat with Ed Pizza about some of the top news and posts of the week from BoardingArea. The fellas chat about what Marriott Bonvoy status is really worth, a great shopping portal bonus and some new tips for planning vacations with families! They also cover AMEX's latest transfer bonus, new rules on lounge access for members and that crazy awesome American Airlines error fare! Links 5 Tips On How To Plan Family Vacations With Kids What Do You Think Of Yesterday’s Crazy Award Deal To New Zealand? New American & United Lounge Restrictions Is it worth MSing Marriott Platinum status? Huge Holiday Bonus: 14,000 Bonus Miles by Shopping Online New Amex Transfer Bonus: 20% Bonus to Qantas Miles to Memories Podcast Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

This week, Shawn Coomer from Miles to Memories is back to chat with Ed Pizza about some of the top news and posts of the week from BoardingArea. Tune in to hear all about how to save money on Disney gift cards, the latest United news, and the latest on more US-New Zealand direct flights! The gents also discuss the debate of balancing cost vs. convenience when planning your travel, a great tip on discounted holiday decorations and a new AMEX transfer bonus! Links Save on Disney Gift Cards: How You Can Consistently Save 15% or More! How To Transfer Disney Gift Cards To Save Money On Disney Tickets 17 Things I Learned At United Airlines Media Day The Battle Between Cost and Convenience You'll Soon Be Able To Fly Non-Stop From The USA To Both New Zealand Islands... Lowe's Halloween Clearance Guide: When It Starts & How to Save a Ton Amex 25% transfer bonus to Air France/KLM Flying Blue Miles to Memories Podcast   Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast! This week Joe Hegedus from Your Mileage May Vary joins host Ed Pizza to chat about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. The gents chat about news in the headlines: New Amex Offers from Marriott and for stays in Las Vegas and speaking of Vegas, a new international flight launches service between Sin City and the City of Lights. Tune in to hear a discussion on whether elite status matters anymore and the evolution of the economy class experience. They also chat about yet another Capital One transfer bonus, a possible partnership between JetBlue and Norwegian Air and Marriott's acquisition of seven all-inclusive Caribbean resorts. Links Airline Status Matters For Some People But Most Of Us Should Just Ignore It Amex Offers: Save Money In Vegas And At Marriott Is The Economy Class Experience Starting To Get Better? Marriott Is Buying Seven Caribbean Hotels To Add To Its All-Inclusive Portfolio 33.3% transfer bonus from Capital One to Qantas La Compagnie Will Fly To Las Vegas Via Iceland Norwegian Air & Jet Blue in Tentative Trans-Atlantic Agreement Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast! This week Jon Nickel-D'Andrea from No Mas Coach joins host Ed Pizza to chat about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. The gents chat about news in the headlines: United Airlines announces big changes to MileagePlus affecting any and all members looking to keep elite status & you can now book award flights on Singapore Airlines through Alaska Airlines! Tune in to learn how to "stack" Chase Freedom bonus categories offering up to 17x points & for info on the latest KLM/AirFrance award flight sale! AMEX is making credit cards from recycled trash, a great recap on renting cars with Chase Ink cards and why you should bill everything to your hotel room. Links LIVE: Singapore Airlines awards now on Alaska Airlines website! United Airlines Making Bold Changes To How You Earn Status Just 11,000 Miles One Way to Europe (36,000 for Business Class) The Newest Amex Credit Card That's Literally Garbage... Earn up to 17x points at department stores with Chase Freedom Stack Why You Should Bill EVERYTHING To Your Hotel Room! Chase Ink Car Rental Coverage Details   Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

This week Mike LaRosa from Coworkaholic is back to chat with Ed Pizza about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. Tune in to learn about the latest updates on ride share pickups at LAX, Hilton's surprise award rate increases and some easy ways to earn Marriott points while dining. Speaking of both Hilton and ride share, Lyft has a new bonus point opportunity. We're checking in with the team behind Frequent Miler as they all compete to see how far they can each fly with only 40,000 points and $400. Last but not least, Ed asks United why their in-flight WiFi continues to be so bad and we bid adieu to using Priority Pass at Timberline Steaks - the only participating restaurant at Denver International Airport. PLUS - you've got one day left to participate in a free giveaway from our friends at AwardWallet! Links R.I.P Priority Pass at Timberline Steaks & Grille - A Eulogy Dear United, It Shouldn’t Be This Hard An Angeleno's Reaction To Uber's Curbside Ban At LAX Earn Marriott Bonvoy Points When You Eat Around Town: 1,000 Bonus Points for New Members and 8 Points Per Dollar Hilton Said They Had No Plans to Add More 120,000 Point Redemptions - But They Just Did Earn 1,000 Hilton Honors Points on Your Next Ride by Lyft #40kFarAway Day 1: A Series Of Unfortunate (But Not Trip-Destroying) Events Giveaway! AwardWallet Goodies For Newbies And Experienced Travelers Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

This week, Shawn Coomer from Miles to Memories is back to chat with Ed Pizza about some of the top news and posts of the week from BoardingArea. Tune in to hear all about Delta's investment in LATAM, and United's new PlusPoints program. The gents also chat about the CNB Crystal Card and it's fairly unknown benefits. Learn more about how to keep your IHG account safe from being hacked and some great deals this week on Amazon including items you use every day. Speaking of discounts, don't miss out on a new offer from Expedia, news about saving money on cabs in Las Vegas and last but not least a review of one of Hilton's newest brands, Canopy in Zagreb. Links Oneworld Alliance Is In Trouble As Delta Snatches Away LATAM United Airlines Changes To Upgrades: We Should Expect More CNB Crystal Visa Infinite Flight Discount Benefit: Amazing Prices & Trips! Hacked! 140,000 IHG Rewards Points Were Stolen From My Account Amazon Warehouse Sale: 20% off Already Discounted Items Save $10 When You Buy Two Household Items on Amazon Expedia, Save $20 When You Book $60 Worth of Activities Las Vegas Taxi Drivers Will Soon Find It A Little Harder To Rip You Off Welcome To The Super Cool Canopy By Hilton Zagreb Miles to Memories Podcast   Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

This week Mike LaRosa from Coworkaholic is back to chat with Ed Pizza about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. Tune in to learn about Google Fi's new unlimited data packages, yet another awesome Hyatt promotion with 4x points and a great way to transfer Hertz points for 3x United miles. The gents also chat about a surprising customer interaction with Marriott Bonvoy, more updates on the British Airways strike and GetUpside's ongoing expansion with more locations to save money on gas. Links Deal: Trade Your Hertz Points for 3x United Miles Earn 3X Hyatt Points on Las Vegas Stays! Google Fi Launches New Unlimited Mobile Travel Phone Plan with Extras An Important British Airways Update on Flights Cancelled Due to Strike Action Expiring Marriott Free Night? Call to Get it Extended for Another Year GetUpside: App to Save Money on Gas - 1,200 New Gas Stations Added in Georgia & Texas Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

This week we welcome a new co-host! Steve Hoechst from No Mas Coach joins Ed Pizza to chat this week's top news and posts from BoardingArea! The gents cover Hyatt's ongoing great hotel promotions and a fresh take on flying low cost carriers in Europe. There's also some news coming out about updates to Citi Double Cash Card and the ability to earn and transfer ThankYou Rewards points. Last but not least, American Airlines' newest tool will automatically cancel your back up itineraries? Tune  in to learn more. Links New Hyatt Promotion Offering Up To Triple Points On Stays! Are Low Cost Carriers Better Than Legacy Carriers in Europe? Citi Double Cash Card To Earn ThankYou Points New American Airlines Tool Will Auto-Cancel 'Backup Flights' In Your Reservation Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast! This week Jon Nickel-D'Andrea from No Mas Coach joins host Ed Pizza to chat about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. The gents chat about news in the headlines: the American Airlines mechanic who alledgedly sabotaged a plane full of people. Jon shares two great tips: how to book a super cheap business class award flight and a sure fire way to not miss any Amex offers. The quickfire recaps over a great AMC Theatres offer from Coke Rewards, an update to Marriott Bonvoy elite member benefits involving resort fees and Hyatt rolls out some great hotel promotions. Links American Airlines Mechanic Reportedly Sabotages Plane Full of Passengers And Crew Booked: The World's Cheapest (and Most Obscure?) Business Class Redemption The Trick to See More Amex Offers Instantly AMC Coke Rewards Offer - Get Drinks, Popcorn & Movie Tickets Who Knew?! Marriott Elites Can Demand A Replacement Benefit If Resort Fee Covers Internet Charges Hyatt Cardmembers Can Save $250 on an All-Inclusive Vacation Thanks to Our Sponsor AutoSlash AutoSlash's mission is focused and clear: to help you get the best possible rental car rate, and then to share their expertise with you so you have the best trip possible. They take the same flexible rates you find on the rental companies’ own sites and then apply the best coupons to them. Sometimes the savings are modest. A lot of times they’re big. Sometimes they’re massive. They do in minutes what it would take you hours to do. And they do it all for free. Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

This week Mike LaRosa from Coworkaholic is back to chat with Ed Pizza about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. Tune in to learn all about Silvercar's new loyalty program, why there was a horse on an American Airlines flight and an extension on one the year's best travel promotions. They also chat about a new booking free from Hotels.com, why more airlines are banning MacBook Pro laptops and last but not least, why you might not think it matters that United Airlines has announced their miles no longer expire. Links Everything You Need to Know About Silvercar's New Loyalty Program Here's Why It Doesn't Matter: United Announces Your Miles Won't Expire Passengers Brings Horse on American Airlines Flight to Omaha and the Horse Tweets It Delta Vacations Double SkyMiles Promotion Extended Hotels.com Adds a Booking Fee for Reward Nights Two Foreign Airlines Have Banned ALL 15” MacBook Pro Laptops and Others Thanks to Our Sponsor AutoSlash AutoSlash's mission is focused and clear: to help you get the best possible rental car rate, and then to share their expertise with you so you have the best trip possible. They take the same flexible rates you find on the rental companies’ own sites and then apply the best coupons to them. Sometimes the savings are modest. A lot of times they’re big. Sometimes they’re massive. They do in minutes what it would take you hours to do. And they do it all for free. Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

This week Shawn Coomer from Miles to Memories is back to chat with Ed Pizza about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. Topics this week include how to book cheap United Polaris award flights as well as United's newest international routes. The gents also talk about visiting London in 48 hours, the impending British Airways pilot strike, and why Citi Thank You points might be a better award currency than Chase Ultimate Rewards! Links Miles to Memories Podcast Booking a United Polaris Transcontinental Seat for Cheap! British Airways Pilot Strike Fiasco - What Should You Do? London 48 Hour Guide: Where To Stay, What To Eat And Best Neighbourhoods Citi ThankYou Points: Why I'm Earning Them More Than Ever United Airlines Adding New Routes to Europe and Caribbean, Increasing Frequency Thanks to Our Sponsor AutoSlash AutoSlash's mission is focused and clear: to help you get the best possible rental car rate, and then to share their expertise with you so you have the best trip possible. They take the same flexible rates you find on the rental companies’ own sites and then apply the best coupons to them. Sometimes the savings are modest. A lot of times they’re big. Sometimes they’re massive. They do in minutes what it would take you hours to do. And they do it all for free. Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

This week Mike LaRosa from Coworkaholic is back to chat with Ed Pizza about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. Topics this week include a Delta SkyMiles sale for flights to the Caribbean, an update on Southwest Airlines' newest Hawaii routes and a recap on Cathay Pacific's CEO sudden departure amid protests in Hong Kong. Ed and Mike also chat about the latest status match offer from Hilton and a new hotel loyalty program from Selina - the "hotel for digital nomads". Links Hilton Honors Adjusts Status Match Program Meet Luna Nueva, Selina's New Loyalty Membership Program Cathay Pacific CEO Resigns, Presumably Because China Is Mad At The Airline Delta Flash Sale: Caribbean and Mexico from 10K Roundtrip Southwest Airlines Adds New Hawaii Routes Thanks to Our Sponsor AutoSlash AutoSlash's mission is focused and clear: to help you get the best possible rental car rate, and then to share their expertise with you so you have the best trip possible. They take the same flexible rates you find on the rental companies’ own sites and then apply the best coupons to them. Sometimes the savings are modest. A lot of times they’re big. Sometimes they’re massive. They do in minutes what it would take you hours to do. And they do it all for free. Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast! This week Jon Nickel-D'Andrea from No Mas Coach joins host Ed Pizza to chat about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. The gents chat about how reliable that WiFi is up in the sky, earning money with top cash back, and how Google Flights is offering price guarantees on flights! Other topics include the announcement of American Airlines' newest international routes and IHG's latest (and best ever) credit card sign up bonus. Links Monthly Airplane Wi-Fi Reliability Report Card: June 2019 Here's How to Earn Money with Top Cash Back American Airlines adds Africa, Israel, Eastern Europe for Summer 2020 Google Flights is Offering Price Guarantees on Select Flights Best-Ever IHG Credit Card Offer: 125,000 Points + First Year Bonus Thanks to Our Sponsor AutoSlash AutoSlash's mission is focused and clear: to help you get the best possible rental car rate, and then to share their expertise with you so you have the best trip possible. They take the same flexible rates you find on the rental companies’ own sites and then apply the best coupons to them. Sometimes the savings are modest. A lot of times they’re big. Sometimes they’re massive. They do in minutes what it would take you hours to do. And they do it all for free. Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast! This week Shawn Coomer from Miles to Memories joins host Ed Pizza to chat about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. The gents chat about the state of basic economy - did we the passengers make this bed we now lie in? Other topics include the latest Air France-KLM Flying Blue promotion, bonuses available from Chase for when you refer a friend, a lesson from how/what to choose for a Hyatt 40 night milestone award and lastly, United Airlines' new focus on "hidden city" ticketing. Links Trouble In The Skies: Did We Make This Bed? United Staff Told To Report Hidden City Ticketing Air France - KLM Flying Blue Promo Rewards Aug 2019 - Booked By 31st August Chase Credit Cards Offering Refer-a-Friend Bonus (August 2019) Hyatt 40 Night Milestone What to Choose & How It Works! Thanks to Our Sponsor AutoSlash AutoSlash's mission is focused and clear: to help you get the best possible rental car rate, and then to share their expertise with you so you have the best trip possible. They take the same flexible rates you find on the rental companies’ own sites and then apply the best coupons to them. Sometimes the savings are modest. A lot of times they’re big. Sometimes they’re massive. They do in minutes what it would take you hours to do. And they do it all for free. Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast! Each week one of BoardingArea's talented crew of bloggers will jump in the cockpit with "Captain" Ed Pizza, host of Miles to Go and writer at Pizza in Motion. On each NowBoarding flight, you'll get a chance to learn more about the folks behind your favorite travel blogs. This week we're digging into the archives and re-posting our awesome interview with Shawn Coomer from Miles to Memories who shares all about how he became a travel blogger. Find out what its like for a family to travel the world for two years and the difference between traveling on the cheap vs. traveling on points and miles. Last but not least our lighting round of questions will highlight Shawn’s favorite credit card, hotel and airline programs and the one destination still on his bucket list. Show Notes Miles to Memories Miles to Go Podcast Don't forget to check out the Miles to Go podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

This week Mike LaRosa from Coworkaholic is back to chat with Ed Pizza about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. Tune in to hear a review of Moxy, Marriott's "millennial" brand, updates on Southwest's latest schedule adjustments due to the Max 8 and additional upcoming travel disruptions due to strikes at London Heathrow and London Gatwick. On a lighter note, Ed checks in on mid-year hotel status checks and the gents chat about new part time flight attendant job openings. Links Southwest Adjusting Adjusting Schedules Again Due to 787 MAX8 Aircrafts Summer From Hell: Strikes At London Airports To Disrupt Travel Fancy a Summer Job as a Flight Attendant? Hotel Review: Marriott's Moxy - Washington, DC Downtown My 2019 Mid-Year Hotel Status Check Thanks to Our Sponsor AutoSlash AutoSlash's mission is focused and clear: to help you get the best possible rental car rate, and then to share their expertise with you so you have the best trip possible. They take the same flexible rates you find on the rental companies’ own sites and then apply the best coupons to them. Sometimes the savings are modest. A lot of times they’re big. Sometimes they’re massive. They do in minutes what it would take you hours to do. And they do it all for free. Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

This week Mike LaRosa from Coworkaholic joins host Ed Pizza to chat about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. Tune in to hear about recent news about Plaza Premium's plan for new airport coworking spaces and continued summer delays for American Airlines. The gents also chat about an exciting pilot program to save money on tolls when driving rental cars, and a new lawsuit over resort fees. Last but not least, Ed and Mike check in on mid-year status qualifications and why it's important to always re-evaluate strategies! Links Plaza Premium Announces Plans for Airport Coworking Spaces My 2019 Mid-Year Airline Status Check - Pizza In Motion Renting A Car At MCO? Here’s A New Way To Save A Ton On Your Car Rental Bill Marriott's CEO Defends Resort Fees, Says They're Good For You American Helps Make Our Anniversary... Memorable? Thanks to Our Sponsor AutoSlash AutoSlash's mission is focused and clear: to help you get the best possible rental car rate, and then to share their expertise with you so you have the best trip possible. They take the same flexible rates you find on the rental companies’ own sites and then apply the best coupons to them. Sometimes the savings are modest. A lot of times they’re big. Sometimes they’re massive. They do in minutes what it would take you hours to do. And they do it all for free. Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

This week Mike LaRosa from Coworkaholic joins host Ed Pizza to chat about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. Tune in to hear about recent news about travelers having their devices inspected and hacked when traveling in China. The gents also chat about United bringing back stroopwafles, Delta's "new & improved" service on long haul economy and the balance of frequent travel vs. taking time off the road. There's two bonus topics this week! Find out how to use the "old" American Airlines award calendar and how to save some cash at Whole Foods with an Amazon Prime promotion! Links China Installing App On Tourist's Phones That Steals Personal Data Delta steps its International Main Cabin Economy Product I Haven't Been on a Plane in 24 Days and I'm Losing My Mind! United Expands Stroopwafel Catering How to Access the "Old" American Airlines Award Calendar Shop at Whole Foods, Get a $10 Amazon Credit Thanks to Our Sponsor AutoSlash AutoSlash's mission is focused and clear: to help you get the best possible rental car rate, and then to share their expertise with you so you have the best trip possible. They take the same flexible rates you find on the rental companies’ own sites and then apply the best coupons to them. Sometimes the savings are modest. A lot of times they’re big. Sometimes they’re massive. They do in minutes what it would take you hours to do. And they do it all for free. Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast! Each week one of BoardingArea's talented crew of bloggers will jump in the cockpit with "Captain" Ed Pizza, host of Miles to Go and writer at Pizza in Motion. On each NowBoarding flight, you'll get a chance to learn more about the folks behind your favorite travel blogs. This week we're digging into the archives and re-posting our interview with Jon Nickel-D'Andrea of No Mas Coach. Jon joins Ed to chat about his love of Alaska Airlines & what lead him and his partner to decide they were never flying in coach again. Tune in learn about some of his favorite destinations, preferred travel brands and which credit card is his go to (and which is the one he’s starting to use less). Thanks to our Sponsors! Norwegian Air No-Jet-Lag Show Notes No Mas Coach Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast! Each week one of BoardingArea's talented crew of bloggers will jump in the cockpit with "Captain" Ed Pizza, host of Miles to Go and writer at Pizza in Motion. On each NowBoarding flight, you'll get a chance to learn more about the folks behind your favorite travel blogs. This week we're digging into the archives and re-posting our interview with Tiffany Funk of One Mile at a Time. Tiffany joins Ed to chat about being a top tier United flyer by the age of seven and why she wanted to be a air traffic controller when she grew up. Tune in to hear about her favorite trips, the destinations still on her bucket list and her answer to which credit card is best for you. Thanks to our Sponsors! Norwegian Air No-Jet-Lag Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast! Each week one of BoardingArea's talented crew of bloggers will jump in the cockpit with "Captain" Ed Pizza, host of Miles to Go and writer at Pizza in Motion. On each NowBoarding flight, you'll get a chance to learn more about the folks behind your favorite travel blogs. This week we're digging into the archives and re-posting our interview with Mike LaRosa of Coworkaholic. Fun fact: Mike is the producer of both this podcast and Miles to Go. It might sound like our audio quality isn't the best and that's because Ed and Mike recorded from Classified, United's "secret" restaurant at Newark (EWR). It's tough to schedule time to chat when these two are always on the road! Tune in to hear how Mike caught the points and miles blogging bug, learn a bit more about what this "coworking" thing is as well as Mike's answers to our weekly lighting round of questions. Show Notes Link to Bluffworks Coworkaholic Mike's blog post about Classified, United's "secret" restaurant Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

This week Jon Nickel-D'Andrea from No Mas Coach joins host Ed Pizza to chat about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. Tune in to hear about the $2,000 a night Burj al Arab Hotel in Dubai & those lucky enough to get gifted status from American Airlines. The gents also review over how shopping portals are an easy way to rack up miles and why some folks think resort fees provide "tangible" value. Links Hotels Believe Customers Appreciate Resort Fees? Really? It’s Finally Here! The Dubai Burj al Arab, A Hotel Review American Airlines Gifting Status To Members (Targeted) American and United Bonus: Earn 1,500 Extra Miles by Shopping Online Thanks to Our Sponsor AutoSlash AutoSlash's mission is focused and clear: to help you get the best possible rental car rate, and then to share their expertise with you so you have the best trip possible. They take the same flexible rates you find on the rental companies’ own sites and then apply the best coupons to them. Sometimes the savings are modest. A lot of times they’re big. Sometimes they’re massive. They do in minutes what it would take you hours to do. And they do it all for free. Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast! This week Mike LaRosa from Coworkaholic joins host Ed Pizza to chat about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. Tune in to hear about Batuu, the home to** Star Wars Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland, why public USB charging stations might be dangerous and find out how much money was left at TSA Checkpoints! Also - get the scoop on updates to American Airlines plans for award flights and AMEX adding Qantas as a new transfer partner! Links How To Protect Yourself From “Juice Jacking” At USB Charging Stations A Firsthand Look At Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge On Day One American Airlines Says Dynamically Pricing Awards is Coming Spare Any Change? Passengers Left Nearly $1 Million at TSA Checkpoint’s Last Year Qantas Day: Adds Amex as a Transfer Partner, Sends Out Targeted 15-30% Transfer Bonus Offers Thanks to Our Sponsor AutoSlash Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast! This week Shawn Coomer from Miles to Memories joins host Ed Pizza to chat about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. Tune in to hear about the latest on travel booking sites taking commissions on "resort fees", updates to Hertz's Gold Plus Rewards program and Shawn's experience on a 10 hour delayed Amtrak! Links Amtrak California Zephyr Delays: Why I Walked Off My Journey! Online Travel Agency Will Increase Their Profit To Protect Customers From Resort Fees. Really. How Can You Make A Disney Vacation Cheaper? More Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Devaluation: Point Usage Cancellation Policy Now in Effect Free Goodies At Check-in With The Kimpton Secret Password Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.