✈ The Pandemic Claims a Cruise Line, a New Rewarding No-Annual-Fee Card & More Daily News From TPG ✈

Also: The hardest miles to earn — and why you want them anyway

Jun 27, 2020

THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES While the last few weeks have been focused on reopening and restarting travel, we're beginning to see some pullback, as coronavirus case numbers continue to rise sharply throughout a number of states around the U.S. Many travelers are reconsidering summer vacation plans — with borders largely remaining closed to Americans, we're being pushed to think even more creatively about how and where we travel. The week brought a mix of news when it comes to the future of travel, too — especially if you're hoping to board a cruise ship anytime soon. Overall, our most popular stories include: The pandemic has claimed its first cruise line What it takes to get planes back in service 23 classic vessels that could be sold or scrapped Verizon's rewarding new no-annual-fee card World's largest line cancels a boatload of sailings Want to stay on top of the latest credit card, points and miles, and travel developments? Sign up right here for our new weekly newsletter, from TPG founder Brian Kelly, and be sure to follow us on social media for real-time updates, including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. -Zach Honig, Editor-at-Large 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. The hardest miles to earn — and why you want them anyway Some of the most valuable airline miles also happen to be among the hardest to get. Read more Global Entry enrollment centers will reopen next month All applicants who come in for interviews will be required to wear masks. Read more American removes capacity caps, increases health safety measures The airline will begin fully booking its flights again as demand allows starting next month. Read more Your guide to the Amex Platinum Saks Fifth Avenue credit It's not all $4,000 Prada dresses — you'll be able to find much more affordable items, too. Read more What it's like to fly a low-cost airline during the pandemic Hopefully, our experience should give you an idea of what to expect, calming your nerves a bit pre-flight. Read more News you can use • How I saved over $100 and earned bonus points on wine delivery during the pandemic • TPG Talks episode ten: The aviation industry and COVID-19 • EU will ban Americans when borders reopen, the first coronavirus cruise line insolvency and more • 7 reasons why your credit card may have been declined • 8 local-approved secrets to planning the perfect California vacation • BREAKING: EU will indeed ban Americans when borders reopen • I earned 15,000 Marriott points just by renting a home for 10 days — here’s how • Airline complaints soared 1,500% in April as flyers vented about refunds • Use Them or Lose Them: Amex Platinum and Business Platinum Shopping Credits Reset on July 1 • Marriott restricting once-very-generous cancellation policy beginning in July

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