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While The Platinum Card® from American Express is a lucrative, premium card in and of itself, you can also share its perks with authorized users.There are two ways to go about this. You can either pay an additional $195 per year for up to three authorized users who get their own Platinum authorized user cards (see rates and fees). Or, there’s a no additional fee option where you can add Gold Card authorized users to your Platinum Card (see rates and fees).However, this version of the Gold Card is not the same as the American Express® Gold Card that many…

U.S. Bank Triple Cash Rewards Visa Business Card overviewThe U.S. Bank Triple Cash Rewards Visa® Business Card rewards business owners with elevated earnings across multiple popular bonus categories. However, if you’re looking for rewards more flexible than cash back or if you spend extra in certain areas, you may be better off with another option. Overall, the U.S. Bank Triple Cash Rewards Visa Business Card is a good choice for those who prefer earning cash-back rewards on business expenses. Card rating*: ⭐⭐⭐*Card rating is based on the opinion of TPG’s editors and is not influenced by the card issuer.When it…

Sustainability Practices Help Control Hotel Utility Costs – Image Credit Unsplash+    Ambitious climate and decarbonization efforts have heightened the demand for electrified and energy-efficient buildings. Regulatory frameworks are evolving from simple incentives to stringent compliance measures. Recently, states and cities have enacted building performance standards (BPS) that mandate energy performance and emissions reductions, as well as implementing benchmarking and transparency policies. As a result, real estate operators must meet these standards to mitigate financial risks associated with non-compliance, further motivating them to enhance performance. Simultaneously, utilities and third-party program administrators are tasked with meeting multi-year energy savings targets, concentrating on…

It isn’t often that opportunities to earn a large number of points in one transaction arise. That’s why I was ecstatic when I looked at Rakuten’s Cash Back Unwrap calendar for 2024 and saw it aligned with a TV purchase I had planned. On Nov. 20, 2024, Rakuten offered a bonus of 20% cash back (or 20 American Express Membership Rewards points per dollar spent) on LG purchases.Here’s how I made the most out of this opportunity and how you can find chances to earn thousands of bonus Membership Rewards points yourself.The Rakuten offerReceiving 20% cash back on anything is…

Doug Kennedy’s Next Training Webcast: How To Be A Lightning Rod and Truly ‘Ground’ Guest Negativity Complimentary Registration Now Open – Image Credit Kennedy Training Network    Visit Sponsored By Travel Outlook and Track Hospitality Software  Register your team and participate live, or view the recording, of Doug Kennedy’s next 40-minute training webcast scheduled for Friday, January 17, from Noon – 12:45pm EST. Register Here  “While most everyone knows what a lightning rod is, not everyone knows what one actually does,” said KTN President Doug Kennedy, “but those who do get that it is a great model for expanding your traditional…

A second wide-body aircraft will join the fleet of Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, and begin operations in October, President Mohamed Muizzu announced on Monday. The Airbus A-330, which landed at Venala International Airport (VIA) at 5:14 pm, was welcomed with a water salute. A special ceremony was held to mark the occasion, attended by President Muizzu, First Lady Sajidha Mohamed, Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef, Parliament Speaker Abdul Raheem Abdulla, Transport Minister Mohamed Ameen, and other government officials and members of parliament. President Muizzu described the arrival of Maldivian’s first wide-body aircraft as a significant milestone for…

Quick take: Virgin Atlantic’s Upper Class brings fun back to flying, though the seats are showing some wear and tear.ProsPhenomenal, friendly service.Excellent inflight dining, including meals you can order ahead of time.Comfortable bedding and long, lie-flat beds.ConsThey’ve only been in service for around five years, but seats are already showing signs of age.Tray tables are designed in such a way that they can feel tight.Taxes and fees on award tickets are sky-high and only getting higher.ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUYThe last time I experienced Virgin Atlantic’s new Upper Class suites was on their inaugural flight across the Atlantic from London to…

Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, officially launched its wide-body aircraft service on Monday with the arrival of an Airbus A330 at Velana International Airport (VIA). This marks the airline’s first operation of a wide-body aircraft. The launch event began with an air show featuring other Maldivian flights before the Airbus A330 landed on the runway. The crew was welcomed by President Mohamed Muizzu and Ibrahim Ghiyas, Managing Director of Island Aviation Services, the operator of Maldivian. After greeting the crew, President Muizzu toured the aircraft. Speaking at the ceremony, Ghiyas stated that the introduction of the wide-body aircraft…

The Gulf Cooperation Council region in the Middle East presents a unique and complex landscape for hotel investment. While the hospitality sector offers immense potential for growth and profitability, it is accompanied by risks that demand careful consideration. This article explores the factors influencing hotel valuations, challenges affecting transactions and strategies for aligning investments with market realities. The current state of hotel supply and demand The GCC region boasts a significant and rapidly expanding hotel supply, currently offering approximately 500,000 hotel keys. Of these, 46% are located in the United Arab Emirates and 34% in Saudi Arabia. Over the next…

One of the most popular premium travel rewards credit cards on the market is the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card.While its $395 annual fee (see rates and fees) is significant, the card offers a host of travel perks — from a $300 annual credit for purchases made through Capital One Travel to lounge access to up to four free authorized users — that can easily offset the full yearly cost of the card (see rates and fees).The card is a step up from the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card, the tried-and-true Capital One product that charges an…