Each Saturday, we round up news stories that you might have missed from the week before. Here’s the top miles, points and travel news you might have missed on TPG this week.
President Trump Temporarily Ends Shutdown After Widespread Flight Delays
The president temporarily ended the longest government shutdown in US history, only hours after the FAA began to slow air traffic.
Your Personal Data Was Potentially Exposed by a Flaw in 140+ Airlines’ Software
The reservation system, Amadeus, “‘took immediate action’ to fix the issue and ‘can now confirm that the issue is solved.’”
One Week Left to Earn a 200k Bonus With the Capital One Spark Miles Card
The sign-up bonus is worth almost $3,000 according to TPG valuations.
First Look: Inside Boeing’s New 777X
Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Lufthansa and Qatar Airways, among others, have already placed orders.
First Look at Amex’s Expanded Centurion Lounge in Miami (MIA)
Miami’s Centurion Lounge was getting overcrowded. Now, the lounge has added over 100 seats and 4,000 square feet.
The Best Places to Travel in February
Perhaps a romantic destination for Valentines Day?
Starbucks Delivery Now Available via UberEats in 7 Cities
. . . So you can get your coffee fix with the click of a button.
Luxury Really Is Personal: A Review of the Park Hyatt Beijing
According to Katie Genter, the rooms were “comfortable and livable,” but the lobby was closed due to construction.
Marriott Overhauls Cobranded Cards, Last Chance to Grab SPG Amex
TPG’s Sarah Silbert unpacks what you need to know about the new cards.
You Can Now Book the First All-New Disney World Resort to Open in 7 Years
Think: 1900s European Riviera influence.