Each Saturday, we round up the top miles, points and travel news that you might have missed on TPG this week. Here’s what you need to know:Here’s how Amex is getting more businesses to accept your credit cardsPhoto by Popartic/Getty ImagesAmex is offering significant financial incentives for some merchants.Fly BLADE from Miami airports directly to Miami BeachPhoto by Pola Damonte/Getty ImagesIf you’re over Miami’s insane traffic, now you can literally fly over it all — if you’re willing to shell out the cash.Did you receive an elite-status downgrade email from Marriott?(Photo courtesy of the St. Regis Bal Harbour)A number of Bonvoy members received disheartening news in their inboxes this week.Here’s how you could earn up to 39 Hilton points per dollarImage courtesy of booking.comThe promotion is targeted, but there are lots of points in it for you if you’re one of the lucky recipients.President Obama loves Hampton InnsAt the end of a long day, he just wants to crawl into bed as quickly as possible just like the rest of us.These are the best credit cards of 2019Photo by The Points Guy.How many of these do you have in your wallet?These are the safest and most dangerous countries you can travel to in 2020books ticket to Norway ASAPDelta surprises travelers with pop-up SkyClubsPhoto courtesy of DeltaIn Green Bay (GRB) and Chattanooga (CHA), everyone is welcome — not just SkyClub members.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.How this traveler justifies paying almost $4,000 a year in credit card feesPhoto by Fox Photos / Hulton Archive / Getty ImagesThis career road warrior finds enough value from her credit card perks to justify the high price.Here’s how you can avoid having your phone hacked in publicPhoto courtesy of Shutterstock.Two tips to remember: 1) Be careful where you charge your phone, and 2) A data blocker is your best friend.Sign up for the free daily TPG newsletter for more travel tips!
