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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.
Former Brooklyn Nets Co-Owner Sues Citi Over Closed Card and 29 Million ThankYou Points
A former co-owner of the Brooklyn Nets who spent millions on his Citibank credit card claims the bank “unceremoniously dumped” him — and his 29 million “Thank You Points” worth $300,000. Arthur Rabin, a co-founder of Wear Me Apparel who sold his interest in the Brooklyn basketball team a few years ago, claims he plunked down $200,000 to $300,000 on his Citi Prestige card each month since he opened the account in 2015, totaling millions until the card was shut down this year. ➡️ Read more
Egypt Feuds With Travel Blogger, Issuing 1,100-Word Response to Complaints
When a blogger (One Mile at a Time) criticized Cairo’s airport, Egypt’s government fired back, citing security footage, threatening legal action and asking, “Is it reasonable for a passenger to visit two lounges before a single flight?”. ➡️ Read more
Delta to test new fare ‘subcategories’ in 2025; ponders higher-end Amex credit card
Delta Air Lines is planning to introduce a new, third tier to its coach product in the coming months, executives confirmed Wednesday. It’s part of a larger unbundling plan the carrier has, which could eventually see Delta offer customers a wider swath of fare options — “good, better, or best” as they’re calling it — throughout each section of its aircraft. ➡️ Read more
One Of The Best Resorts In The US Is About To Get Even Better
Evermore Orlando Resort is joining Hilton. The amazing property is now appearing in searches for the Orlando area. Hilton says it will be a Curio Collection property within the Hilton portfolio but for now you can not book it with points yet. The Evermore Orlando Resort is already open and operational. ➡️ Read more
Think You Cancelled Your Amex Card? Check Again
Benjy writes that “closing cards via Amex online chat has now become my exclusive means for doing so; I can’t remember the last time I’ve done it over the phone. But as much as I prefer using the Amex online chat service, things don’t always correctly resolve the first time. Today, I’ll talk about a recent experience and why it may matter to you.” ➡️ Read more
2024 Historic Hotels of America® Annual Awards
19 distinct awards of the Historic Hotels of America Annual Awards of Excellence were presented to hoteliers and hotels, recognizing them as the best of the best among their peers. Winners were selected from nominations by historic hotels, preservation supporters, prior award recipients, community leaders, and leadership from Historic Hotels of America. ➡️ Read more
Guru’s Wrap-up
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