Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Each Saturday, we round up news stories that you might have missed from the week before. Here’s the top miles, points and travel news you might have missed on TPG this week.How to Avoid the Most Elaborate Travel Scam I’ve Ever SeenTPG Backpacker Brian Biros found himself in a sticky situation on his latest trip to Fez. He tells how to avoid similar scams.6 Reasons to Get the Capital One Venture Rewards CardThese perks may make you consider applying.Chase’s 5/24 Rule Has Expanded to the World of Hyatt Card and Other Co-BrandsOne of the most unfortunate rules for any maximizer is being expanded.Tips for Seeing the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day ParadeSign 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.If you missed it this year, you may want to plan ahead for next year with these Mommy Points tips.Airline Asks Passengers for Cash to Pay Repair Bill so Plane Can DepartSpare change for a decent departure time?Martha Stewart Feels the Same Way About Uber as You DoShe tweeted about her first Uber experience and most of us can relate.The Best Time to Visit Europe? Right NowStrong US dollar, flight deals, award tickets, oh my!TPG Staff Picks: What We’re Thankful for This ThanksgivingFrom the reasonable Amex Platinum Authorized User fees to raising $1 million dollars for charity, here’s what Team TPG is thankful for.The Critical Points: Use These Great Avenues to Domestic Award TravelYou can’t forget about those handy transfer partners!