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At 11am CT/12pm ET today (November 14), the Conrad Chicago is launching its anniversary special: rooms for just $11.14 per night. But, you better act quickly to get this rate; it’ll only be available for 24 hours. And, there’s limited availability.You must call 1-844-676-2522 and ask for reservations to book this special. Mention the group code “1YEAR” for the spectacular rate. The deal is available for stays from November 15, 2017 to March 31, 2018 — except blackout dates of November 24 to 29, December 31 and January 21 and 22....

For certain kinds of frequent travelers and entrepreneurs, FoundersCard is a no-brainer. The card isn’t a credit card per se, but rather a membership-based service that offers value through perks like complimentary hotel status and discounts with airlines and other services.If you’re not yet a FoundersCard member, you can jump on a fantastic offer through TPG. TPG readers can sign up for a FoundersCard membership annual fee of $495 and waived initiation fee when you apply using this link or the promo code FCTPG17....

Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.Bangalore, India, is known to be a high-traffic city. So, commutes to the airport can be a headache for travelers because it can take passengers up to two hours by road to reach Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) from the city’s tech center, Electronic City....

This week, TPG and I had an opportunity to join an incredible delivery flight on the world’s first 787-10 Dreamliner, which just joined Singapore Airlines’ fleet.Fortunately, we were seated in the business-class cabin — which you can actually fly fairly easily using miles — for the 24+ hour trip from Charleston, South Carolina to Singapore, including a stop in Japan to re-fuel. But with a nearly empty economy cabin, I had plenty of time to check out the plane’s coach seats as well....

We often publish stories from readers that illustrate how points and miles can help you get where you want to go. However, it’s important to learn from our mistakes as well as our successes, so I’m calling on you to send us your most epic travel failure stories. Email them to info@thepointsguy.com and put “Reader Mistake Story” in the subject line. Tell us how things went wrong, and (where applicable) how you made them right....

Much of the internet was abuzz Tuesday afternoon, as a Gulfstream IV spent hours circling above the Northeastern United States, after blowing two tires upon takeoff from Teterboro, NJ (TEB). Less notable under ordinary circumstances, the episode made international headlines primarily due to one of its passengers, rapper Post Malone, who was making his way from the New York City area to London Luton (LTN).As the plane was circling to dump fuel, thereby significantly trimming its weight before landing, I took to TPG’s Instagram account to answer reader questions in the Stories....

The Seattle Times has uncovered new evidence on Richard Russell, the ground crew member for Alaska subsidiary airline Horizon who stole a jet from the Seattle-Tacoma Airport in August and died when he crashed the plane after a 75-minute joyride.According to interviews and newly released emergency dispatch recordings, Russell was caught in the cockpit of an unoccupied aircraft a year before he stole the Horizon Q400 plane from the SEA tarmac....

One low-cost carrier is stepping up to help the scores of passengers left stranded by the sudden cease of operations by Primera Air.In a statement released by Norwegian Air on Tuesday, the low-cost carrier announced that it’s going to offer repatriation fares to those affected by the Primera Air shutdown. The repatriation fares from Norwegian will be available on the following routes:London (LGW) to New York (JFK)Paris (ORY) to Newark (EWR)Paris (ORY) to New York (JFK)Paris (ORY) to Boston (BOS)Copenhagen (CPH) to Chania (CHQ)Copenhagen (CPH) to Malaga (AGP)Copenhagen (CPH) to Gran Canaria (LPA)Copenhagen (CPH) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI)For passengers affected by the sudden closure of Primera, Norwegian is offering the repatriation fares for travel up to Oct....

Singapore’s Changi Airport (SIN) says it plans to test new facial recognition technology throughout its terminals. Airport officials say the new platform will be capable of identifying passengers among the crowds at gates and in terminals.Facial recognition technology has popped up at some airports as a new means of boarding for certain airlines. Lufthansa used it earlier this year to board an A380 in 20 minutes. But Changi’s use of it would push it a step further....

TPG reader James writes:“What is the best way to avoid miles/points from expiring? Does transferring a small amount to the particular account from either Membership Rewards or Ultimate Rewards extend the lifetime?“Yes, transferring points from American Express, Chase or a hotel program to an airline, will generally reset the expiration clock. Additionally, purchasing an item though the online shopping portals and thus earning miles through that method will also extend the expiration....

Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.Morgan Stanley’s best customers will soon be eligible to get the Amex Platinum card’s $450 annual fee waived. The bank is expected to unveil a digital cash-management offering for clients in July that will include perks like this one, among other financial services....

On March 25, Qantas flight 9 landed in the history books as the first ever nonstop passenger flight between Australia and Europe. 17 hours and 2 minutes after taking off from Perth (PER) in Western Australia, the Being 787-9 landed at London Heathrow (LHR) with 212 passengers and 17 crew.Too many dignitaries to list, including the airline’s chief executive Alan Joyce, and media from all over the world filled up business class and premium economy....

The “Your Layover Guide” series features airports and destinations around the world where you’re likely to be stuck between flights, offering tips on navigating and spending time in the airport, as well as suggesting things to do if you have time to explore the nearby city. TPG Contributor Muhammad Lila guides us through Abu Dhabi International Airport, where a multi-billion dollar expansion is currently underway.At Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH, the inside of Terminal 1 feels like a circular spaceship....

Earlier this week I wrote about new features on Delta’s iPhone app - overall it’s a pretty nifty way to manage your itineraries. Now they are offering 1,000 miles (registration required) as long as you check-in via a mobile app (I assume either iPhone or Android) from now until September 7, 2011. This should also work for Skymiles awards since the T&C don’t state you need to pay for a flight....

Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.Over the past couple weeks I’ve posted about United and American Netflix offers, so I’m happy to announce Delta is in on the action as well with a 2,500 point sign-up bonus.While this offer is technically only for “new” members only, you can generally get these bonuses as long as you use a different credit card, address, and email address....

TPG’s favorite Flight Attendant Insider Carrie A. Trey is back, this time with a look at some of the ways you can make your in-flight meal experience even more enjoyable.1. Lower Your ExpectationsI know this sounds harsh, but I’m actually being quite serious here. Like anything else in life, if you come on board expecting restaurant-quality meals, the reality is that you’re going to be disappointed because that’s not something we’re physically capable of offering....

Most travelers know they need a passport to travel internationally, but few are aware that, in many instances, your passport must be valid longer than your stay. In fact, many countries require it to be valid for six months beyond your intended return date. If it expires before that, you may be denied boarding or entry upon arrival at your destination and have to go straight home. To be safe, verify that your passport is valid for at least six months after your intended return date — if the expiration date is uncomfortably close to the cutoff, make sure you renew it way ahead of time....

At a ceremony Tuesday morning in Toulouse, France, Airbus officially introduced its newest aircraft: the Airbus A220. That said, the only new part of this aircraft is its name. Prior to today, the Airbus A220-100 was the Bombardier C Series CS100 and the Airbus A220-300 was known as the Bombardier C Series CS300.Still, when the newly renamed A220-300 landed in Toulouse for a media event, I jumped on the chance to explore the inside of the aircraft....

This is the second post in our new review series in which TPG team members give their take on some of the snazziest amenity kits in the skies. Singapore Airlines’ first-class amenity kits pair well with the carrier’s luxurious reputation — they’re so over-the-top stylish, we wouldn’t be surprised to see them slipped into an A-lister’s Oscar gift bag. Here’s a look at the amenity kits for men and women.Fast FactsBag Designer and Amenities Provider: Salvatore FerragamoFirst-Class Men’s KitThe BagPillow-padded walls give the bag’s interior an unexpectedly soft feel, while three elastic pockets keep the contents in place....

The 2017 hurricane season is not over, and it’s already on track to be the costliest ever. That’s even topping the 2005 hurricane season that rocked the US with Katrina, Wilma and Rita, causing over $211 billion of damage. While we have made it past the peak of the 2017 season, there are almost two more months before it’s over.And now, the United States is in the crosshairs of another potential hurricane, after Harvey flooded Houston and South Texas and Maria devastated Puerto Rico....