Episode 24: Upgrade Prices, RIP Alaska Miles & More Big Travel News You Need

News, news, and more breaking travel news. There’s been so many big stories in the travel world lately, Gunnar and Kyle blew up the normal show format and spent the episode going beyond the headlines, breaking down everything you need to know. There’s more on new pricing shenanigans from airlines and Uber, the ins and outs of Alaska’s new loyalty program, a big upgrade for Google Flights, and much much more.

Join us for all the travel news that's fit to podcast!

00:00 - A self-indulgent review of Gunnar’s favorite hotel in the world: Under Canvas in Glacier (now bookable with Hyatt points!)
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05:13 - PSA: Global entry interviews are easier to find than ever
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09:20 - Alaska/Hawaiian’s new award program and why we won’t call it by its name. Plus, the new Alaska/Hawaiian Atmos premium credit card and some new routes to Europe.
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17:40 - A leak of what’s coming for the Amex Platinum Card in September
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20:50 - Chase-to-Emirates transfers have an expiration date
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23:10 - A new worst way to use Delta SkyMiles – insurance!
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25:10 - Google Flights adds a basic economy filter and unveils an interesting new AI function
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31:20 - The data couldn’t be clearer: Book the earliest flight of the day to avoid delays and cancellations
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35:40 - A word from our sponsor (us): Stay up on all the news with our free Daily Beat newsletter
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36:30 - One simple choice for your Uber ride will affect your price
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39:25 - The Amex Centurion Lounge in Dallas is getting a big expansion
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43:00 - Delta and other airlines are overcharging for upgrades
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48:00 - The Tulum bubble has burst as airlines keep pulling out
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52:10 - A listener wants to branch out from Delta but doesn’t know what card to start with
56:30 - On the spot: The biggest stories from Kyle’s career

Produced by Gunnar Olson & Nick Serati
Edited by David Strutt
Show music: “All That” by Benjamin Tissot

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