EPISODE · Mar 23, 2026 · 8 MIN
✈️ United Just Dropped a Game-Changing New Seat — Plus Citi Points Holders Need to Act Fast
from Miles & Points Daily Podcast · host Miles & Points Daily Podcast
United Airlines has just unveiled its brand-new Polaris Studio suites on Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, and there's a limited window to try them domestically without the usual upgrade fee — but you'll need to move quickly. Citi ThankYou points holders are facing a major devaluation to two hotel partners coming in April 2026, but there are active transfer bonuses to Virgin Atlantic and Avianca that could soften the blow. Apple shoppers can earn big bonus miles today only through several top airline shopping portals, making it the perfect time to check off that purchase you've been putting off. On the travel news front, FAA infrastructure concerns are growing after a single circuit board grounded flights across five DC-area airports, and TSA disruptions tied to the partial government shutdown are causing long lines at major hubs. We also cover a fascinating new transatlantic route launching this May, hotel Best Rate Guarantee tips that can save you serious money, and why Starlink wi-fi on Air France might change how you pick your next long-haul flight.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
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United Airlines has just unveiled its brand-new Polaris Studio suites on Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, and there's a limited window to try them domestically without the usual upgrade fee — but you'll need to move quickly. Citi ThankYou points holders are facing a major devaluation to two hotel partners coming in April 2026, but there are active transfer bonuses to Virgin Atlantic and Avianca that could soften the blow. Apple shoppers can earn big bonus miles today only through several top airline shopping portals, making it the perfect time to check off that purchase you've been putting off. On the travel news front, FAA infrastructure concerns are growing after a single circuit board grounded flights across five DC-area airports, and TSA disruptions tied to the partial government shutdown are causing long lines at major hubs. We also cover a fascinating new transatlantic route launching this May, hotel Best Rate Guarantee tips that can save you serious money, and why Starlink wi-fi on Air France might change how you pick your next long-haul flight.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
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✈️ United Just Dropped a Game-Changing New Seat — Plus Citi Points Holders Need to Act Fast
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