In this weekend around the web, we have an easy-reference map for Marriott category changes, some changes to the MyTSA app that could make planning for the airport a bit easier, info on finding the ideal award availability and more. Read on for this weekend’s recap.
Map of Marriott Category Changes Effective 3/5/2019
Greg wrote about the best places to use your free night certificates before and after the price increases on 3/5, but if you’re a visual person you may also want to check this post out. Dem Flyers has produced an easy-reference color-coded map so you can see category changes, which could be helpful for trip planning.
HOORAY! The Newest Updates To The MyTSA App Makes It Actually USEFUL!
Truth be told, I didn’t even realize that the TSA had an app, but it looks pretty interesting. This post from Your Mileage May Vary indicates that it now tracks both current wait times and historical wait times at the day and time you plan to travel, which could be helpful in planning out when to arrive at the airport.
Maximizing City National Bank Crystal Visa Infinite Points (1.3¢ In Real Value)
The CNB Crystal Visa may well be the best card you can’t get, but if you’ve got it available to you it is strongly worth considering. Assuming it does make sense for you, being able to consistently get 1.3c per point in value should probably be of interest if you’re making use of the card’s 3x bonus categories. Read this post from Doctor of Credit about why you want to book travel through the concierge.
When Do Airlines Open Award Seats?
If you want to book the most desirable award seats, you have to do so in advance. That preferably means at the moment the awards are released. This post from One Mile at a Time will give you key details in understanding the process, though you’ll probably need to do some trial and error to figure out exactly when your preferred seats will be released.
That’s it for this week around the web. Check back soon for this week’s last chance deals.
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