✈️ American's A321XLR Debut, Marriott Guarantee Fails, Hyatt China Scandal & Chase's Huge 200K Bonus

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Lucas covers American Airlines' upcoming A321XLR launch on JFK-LAX in late 2025 and award booking strategies. He discusses a troubling Marriott Ultimate Guarantee failure and a major Hyatt scandal in China involving fake hotel nights for elite status. The episode also highlights JetBlue's poor handling of mechanical delays, Cathay Pacific achieving 100% fleet Wi-Fi coverage, and Chase's massive 200,000-point Sapphire Reserve Business welcome bonus. Plus updates on Bilt's Rent Day promotion and GHA Discovery status matches.

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Lucas covers American Airlines' upcoming A321XLR launch on JFK-LAX in late 2025 and award booking strategies. He discusses a troubling Marriott Ultimate Guarantee failure and a major Hyatt scandal in China involving fake hotel nights for elite status. The episode also highlights JetBlue's poor handling of mechanical delays, Cathay Pacific achieving 100% fleet Wi-Fi coverage, and Chase's massive 200,000-point Sapphire Reserve Business welcome bonus. Plus updates on Bilt's Rent Day promotion and GHA Discovery status matches.

Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/

Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!

Support us -
Chase
American Express
American Express Business
Rakuten
Bilt Rewards
Capital One
Ramp

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