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News Roundup
This is a roundup of news and other interesting pieces that I’ve come across over the last few days. I thought they are worth sharing so I hope you enjoy reading them.
Barclays GM Rewards Mastercard Now Live
The Barclays GM Rewards Mastercard is now live. Points are worth 1¢ each towards a vehicle and discount applies after negotiation, you’d also get the 6 month interest free period (or 9 months depending on when you opened).
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Iberia removing checked baggage and refunds from economy Avios redemptions
Iberia appears to be rolling out changes to economy Avios redemptions. The cheapest Avios seats in economy are now being treated as if they were ‘hand baggage only’ cash fares. This means no checked baggage and no refunds. Date changes are still available.
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The Shops at Chase Launches for Sapphire Reserve Cardholders
Chase has quietly launched The Shops at Chase, a new shopping platform exclusive to Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardholders that allows them to shop at popular retailers using cash, points, or a combination of both. This was one of the benefits for the rumored refresh of the Chase Sapphire Reserve card.
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Low-cost Korean airline T’way Air to launch Vancouver to Seoul route
Korean carrier T’way Air today (12MAY25) filed operational schedule and air fares to its planned North America debut. From 12JUL25, the airline plans to operate 4 weekly Seoul Incheon – Vancouver service, subject to government approval. Airbus A330-300 aircraft to serve this route.
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TSA prepares for busy Memorial Day holiday travel
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is prepared for Memorial Day weekend travel. From Thursday, May 22, until Wednesday, May 28, TSA expects to screen about 18 million passengers and crew.
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Guru’s Wrap-up
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