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Plus: 7 city hotels where you can apres-ski without ever hitting the slopes January 14, 2024 [THE POINTS GUY]( [View in browser]( [TPG Daily NEWSLETTER]( [THE POINTS GUY]( Top stories of the week by Becky Blaine, Newsletter Editor [TPG | Hero Image] Last week, we saw a lot of news about elite status programs — [American Airlines announced 10 changes]( to its AAdvantage program, and [TPG Managing Editor Clint Henderson weighed in with his thoughts]( as an Executive Platinum member. There were [elite status match challenges announced]( and some Delta Air Lines SkyMiles members found that they had [been gifted a status renewal]( even if they missed requalifying by a bit. [Nick Ewen, TPG's director of content, reached Marriott’s Lifetime Platinum status]( and shared how that will (or won’t) change his travel plans and tips for how you can reach it as well. [Director of Content Summer Hull shared how she just qualified for the Ink Business Cash Credit Card]( with a side hustle. As a reminder — the best-ever offer on the no-annual-fee [Ink Business Cash Credit Card]( and [Ink Business Unlimited Credit Card]( is ending soon, so be sure to apply before Thursday. Both cards are offering[sign-up bonuses of $900 bonus cash back or 90,000 points]( after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first three months after account opening. If you are traveling this weekend, [weather continues to be an issue across the country]( with weather-related cancellations stacking up on top of the [Boeing MAX issues](. If you missed any other news last week, here are a few more stories to get you caught up: - [When is the best time to book flights for the cheapest airfare in 2024?]( - [Breeze adds San Diego service in 8-route expansion]( - [The 13 places you need a visa to travel with an American passport]( - ['For the first time in forever,' Disney World feels like the good old days]( - [The world's most powerful passports for 2024 are revealed]( - [Last chance: Earn $900 cash back (or 90,000 points) with these best-ever Chase Ink offers]( Posts in this newsletter contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our Advertising Policy, [visit this page](. Photo Credit: THE POINTS GUY. Today’s top stories [The best premium credit cards: A side-by-side comparison]( You may think that it’s outragous to pay $395 (or more!) for a credit card's annual fee, but these premium travel rewards cards are packed with benefits. [Read more]( [7 city hotels where you can apres-ski without ever hitting the slopes]( From Paris to Los Angeles, these hotels offer fondue, winter cocktails and an apres-ski experience even though the ski slopes are miles away. [Read more]( [All about Frontier Airlines' all-you-can-fly passes for 2024-25]( Frontier Airlines offers different versions of its GoWild! Pass. Here is how they work and whether they are worth it. [Read more]( [US travel industry leader downplays the idea high prices are driving away international visitors]( The leading lobbying group for the U.S. travel industry claims inefficient policies are causing the United States to lose its competitive edge. [Read more]( [The 5 best cruise lines for solo travelers]( Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Silversea, Virgin and Tauck are among lines that go above and beyond for single travelers. [Read more]( The latest 1. [Marriott breathes new life into a beloved Caribbean resort: A review of The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman's Reef]( 2. [The best adults-only cruises to try if you can’t stand being around kids on vacation]( 3. [The best credit cards for digital nomads and long-term travelers]( 4. [Southwest Rapid Rewards Dining program: Earn points at local restaurants and bars]( 5. [Why the world’s largest cruise ship won’t be as crowded as you fear]( 6. [I just got approved for a card with a 90,000 point bonus using a very small business — here's how]( 7. [All about Frontier Airlines all-you-can-fly passes for 2024-25]( 8. [Save up to 40% on your next Marriott hotel stay with these new Amex Offers]( 9. [Sneak preview of Icon of the Seas: Photos of Royal Caribbean's newest ship]( 10. [Quick Points: How to gift World of Hyatt awards]( [fb]( [insta]( [yt]( [tw]( [in]( [mail](mailto:hello@thepointsguy.com) You are receiving this email because you opted in at [thepointsguy.com](. Where to find us: The Points Guy 100 5th Ave., 16th Floor New York, NY 10011 USA USA If this newsletter was forwarded to you, you can subscribe [here](. Changed your mind? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe]( at any time. Advertiser Disclosure: The credit card offers that appear on the website are from credit card companies from which [ThePointsGuy.com]( receives compensation. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site (including, for example, the order in which they appear). This site does not include all credit card companies or all available credit card offers. Please view our [advertising policy]( page for more information. 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