THE POINTS GUY

July 5, 2026

Top stories of the week

by Colin Hogan, Senior Editor

Happy Sunday!

I hope you’re enjoying a long, fun July 4th weekend. Just in case you missed anything big from us last week, here’s a roundup of our top stories.

Want to predict your TSA wait time? This handy app is back up and running.

Was that “fast” free Wi-Fi really slow on your flight, too? Here’s what’s going on with that.

Chase is still showering everyone with jaw-dropping six-figure offers, whether you’re looking for no-annual-fee business cards or want to earn the record-high 100,000-point offer on TPG’s No. 1 travel rewards card.

Delta’s ultra-premium service is getting so popular that one airport just opened a second Delta One Lounge. We got a sneak peek at this swanky new outpost.

You can now use Apple Pay to redeem these points for purchases. (If you’re into that sort of thing.)

American Airlines is bringing commercial service back to this Florida airport and adding a route to this popular international destination (among others).

This major U.S. metro area is getting a third airport, with flights planned for this fall.

The heat is getting brutal in some places. Here are our tips for traveling during a heat wave.

This airline lounge network will open a new grab-and-go spot at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

Who says you need to spend a lot to earn valuable rewards? Here are six credit card bonuses you can earn with $1,000 or less in spending.

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Today’s top stories

Getting a refund for a canceled or delayed flight: What to know in 2026

You don't have to accept a travel credit. If your flight is canceled, you are entitled to a full refund if you choose not to fly.

These points hotels have turndown service worth traveling for

From Iceland to Dubai to the U.S., these points hotels offer excellent turndown service worth traveling for.

Atmos Rewards Summit Visa card review: Stellar value for more than just Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines loyalists

This premium card holds value for many types of travelers.

Monthly checklist: Credit card perks and benefits you should be using in July

We've compiled all the credits you should be using so you don't forget about them.

These 7 welcome offers are stealing the spotlight in July 2026

These are the top welcome bonuses and limited-time offers you won't want to miss.

The latest

1.	Renting an Airbnb this summer? Here are the best credit cards to use

2.	Which purchases count as travel with Chase Sapphire Preferred and Chase Sapphire Reserve?

3.	How to transfer credit card points to Hyatt

4.	Chase Pay Yourself Back Q3 categories — is it a good use of your rewards?

5.	The Amex Platinum’s $200 airline fee credit is showing its age — here’s how I’d fix it

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