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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.
United Is Testing Not Allowing Searching For Mileage Flights If You’re Not Logged In
United appears to be testing whether to require a login to search for award flights. They previously added a sign in popup when searching for awards, but you were able to click X to close the popup. But now, in some browsers, clicking to close the popup just gives this error message.
Read more at DansDeals
How the AAdvantage Loyalty Points System Surpasses Traditional Elite Levels
Benjy says that “the days of picking up complimentary upgrades simply based on status have been gone for years (if they ever truly existed). And American has jacked up the competition even more. On a daily basis, American recomputes competing members’ rolling LP earning totals to determine complimentary upgrade priority.”
Read more at Miles to Memories
Hyatt adds Globalist breakfast exception for new brand
“For stays at an Unscripted by Hyatt hotel or resort that does not offer guests a “sit-down” dining option, breakfast benefit will be provided from select “grab-and-go” breakfast menu items (as determined by the property in its discretion) – one food item and one beverage for each registered guest in the room, up to a maximum of two (2) adults and two (2) children.”
Read more at Frequent Miler
What Banks & Credit Unions Do/Don’t Pull ChexSystems?
One of the main limits to signing up for bank account bonuses is the fact that they usually pull your ChexSystems report, this is similar to your credit report that is maintained by Experian/Equifax/TransUnion but tracks deposit accounts instead. Some banks & credit unions won’t allow you to open an account if you have too many new accounts on your Chexsystems report, but not all financial institutions look at your ChexSystems report.
Read more at Doctor of Credit
Citi Bike is handing out free rides every Saturday this August in NYC
Starting Aug. 2 and running through Aug. 23, the city’s iconic blue bikes are yours to ride for the low price of zilch. Just open the Citi Bike app, tap “Day Pass” and enter promo code LYFTSUMMER25 to unlock 24 hours of unlimited 30-minute rides on classic bikes. Normally $25, it’s a solid steal—but you’ll want to grab your pass early, as supplies are limited and the streets will be buzzing.
Read more at TimeOut
Amtrak NextGen Acela Debuts on August 28
Starting Thursday, Aug. 28, customers can travel on Amtrak’s NextGen Acela – America’s high-speed train – connecting the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D.C., New York City, and Boston.
Read press release
Guru’s Wrap-up
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