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Bilt, the company that awards points when you pay rent, adds Alaska Airlines as a transfer partner. However, Bilt will lose American Airlines as a points transfer partner in June 2024. Noteworthy Alaska Airlines partners include oneworld alliance partners American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, Qantas, and Qatar. In addition to Alaska Airlines, Bilt partners with American Airlines, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Avianca, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Air France-KLM, Hawaiian AIrlines, Iberia, IHG, Marriott, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and Hyatt. Bilt and American Airlines will part ways in June, three years after their partnership initially began.

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☆ I worked at a popular hotel chain for 3 years. Here are 10 common mistakes I saw guests make.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-06 | by ( Dani Quesnel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Read previewI worked at a hotel chain that was always busy — during peak tourist season, we were sold out most nights. Companies like Marriott, Hilton, Choice Hotels, and IHG have thousands of hotels worldwide that you can earn points to redeem for free hotel rooms and gift cards at popular retailers. AdvertisementTrying to use someone else's credit cardYou need a credit card to check in, and it should ideally be your own. Monkey Business Images/ShutterstockHotels only allow you to use someone else's credit card if the card owner has provided the hotel with a credit-card-authorization form. AdvertisementShowing up without a credit card or IDHaving an ID is crucial for a smooth check-in process.

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Do Credit Card Points Expire? Credit Card Points Never ExpireUnlike many airline miles and hotel points, credit card points don't expire as long as you keep your account open and in good standing (meaning you continue to pay off your balances or communicate with the bank if you need any financial assistance). Here are the main credit card points currencies, along with the top credit card options for earning each of them:These transferable credit card points can be extremely valuable, not just because you have so many options for using them to book travel, but also because there are certain sweet spots you can use to your advantage. FAQsDo all credit card points expire? Check the terms and conditions of your credit card rewards program or contact your credit card issuer directly.

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☆ Salesforce CEO explains why his company's Einstein Copilot product is unique
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-28 | by ( Julie Coleman | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff told CNBC's Jim Cramer on Wednesday that his company's Einstein Copilot product is different from other artificial intelligence programs because of the way it uses customer data to make decisions. "We already have tremendous user interfaces at Salesforce," Benioff said. "Our Sales Cloud, our Service Cloud, our Marketing Cloud, even Tableau, even Slack, these are amazing ways to talk to that data. He elaborated, saying Salesforce is built "on a rich fabric of data and metadata," and it serves companies including Amazon , IHG and Schneider Electric . Salesforce reported earnings Wednesday, and while earnings surpassed Wall Street's expectations, revenue guidance came in weak.

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☆ I make my credit card points go further with one extra step that makes a huge difference
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-19 | by ( Talia Lakritz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

I maximize my Chase credit card points by transferring them to my airline accounts. AdvertisementWhen redeeming my Chase Sapphire Preferred credit card points for flights and hotel stays, I used to book everything through the Chase Travel Portal. With the Chase Sapphire Preferred card, each point is worth a fixed 1.25 cents on travel booked through the Chase Travel Portal, meaning 100 points equals $1.25. In the Chase Travel Portal, the Southwest flight I wanted would have cost all 21,887 points I have saved up, plus an additional $16 to cover the remaining difference. A flight from New York City to St. Louis in the Chase Travel Portal.

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☆ 10 best ways to use Chase points for travel
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-29 | by ( Jennifer Yellin | Andrew Kunesh | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +23 min

The Chase Sapphire Reserve and Chase Sapphire Preferred cards are currently offering 75,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 in the first three months of account opening. These cards earn Chase Ultimate Rewards® points which are some of the most valuable and flexible travel rewards points out there. But before you apply, let’s take a look at some of the best ways to redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards points for travel. Best ways to redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards pointsYou can book KLM business class by transferring Chase points to Air France-KLM Flying Blue. Use the Chase Travel portal to book any flightBook flights on any airline with the Chase Travel portal.

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☆ Amazon wants businesses to use its palm-scanning tech to let employees into the office
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-28 | by ( Annie Palmer | In Annierpalmer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Amazon is expanding its palm-scanning technology beyond grocery stores and is rolling out a version that's designed for the business world. Companies already signed up for the biometric technology include IHG Hotels and Resorts, turnstile manufacturer Boon Edam, and Kone, an escalator and elevator provider. Amazon didn't disclose pricing for the service, which is available in preview in the U.S. starting Monday. Advocacy groups have criticized the service over privacy and security concerns, arguing it leads to increased surveillance. Earlier this month, Amazon debuted Astro for Business, a version of its household robot that it's framing as a roving security guard for businesses.

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You can now transfer Bilt Rewards points to Marriott Bonvoy at a 1:10 ratio. As of today, November 8, you can now transfer Bilt Rewards points to Marriott Bonvoy at a 1:1 ratio. Bilt cardholders can transfer points to Marriott in increments of 1,000 (Bilt Blue tier members must transfer a minimum of 2,000 points per transaction). Cardholders also receive a bonus 5,000 Marriott Bonvoy points for every 20,000 Bilt points transferred to Marriott in a single transaction. You'll receive a 100-point Bilt Rewards point bonus for linking your Marriott Bonvoy account to your Bilt Rewards account.

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☆ How I Get Eight Free Hotel Nights Every Year Without Doing Anything
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-28 | by ( Ben Luthi | ) www.wsj.com time to read: +10 min

So long as you pay the annual fee, many hotel credit cards offer one free night each year. Before discovering free night credits, I stayed at my fair share of motels with rock-hard beds and paper-thin walls. However, as my life and finances evolved, the benefit of my free night certificates has become about more than saving money. My hotel credit card collectionYou probably don’t need eight hotel cards. Key perks: Annual free night award, fourth night free on consecutive award redemptions, automatic IHG® Platinum status, $100 trusted traveler program application fee credit every four years.

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☆ Revenge travel is over — even in China, says CEO of InterContinental Hotels Group
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-24 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

In this article IHG-GBIHG Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNTPent-up travel demand — which drove global travel recovery following the Covid-19 pandemic — is over, said Intercontinental Hotels Group CEO Elie Maalouf. "So we're really past revenge travel — even in China." The company's latest quarterly update showed travel demand remained strong during the close of the summer travel season. Elie Maalouf CEO of Intercontinental Hotels GroupThe company currently operates more than 6,200 hotels worldwide and has another 1,978 in the pipeline. "In the United States, there are about 9,000 hotels that we think are interested in joining a system.

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☆ We're not moving our Middle East headquarters, says Intercontinental Hotels Group CEO
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-24 | by ( Monica Pitrelli | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWe're not moving our Middle East headquarters, says Intercontinental Hotels Group CEOIHG CEO Elie Maalouf disputes reports that the company is moving its regional headquarters to Saudi Arabia, telling CNBC's Monica Pitrelli the company is committed to stay in Dubai.

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☆ IHG says funding challenges holding back new hotel development
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-20 | by ( Yadarisa Shabong | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

A general view of an Intercontinental Hotel at The O2 in London, Britain October 20, 2020. Its shares were down 3.6% by 1044 GMT, with Bernstein analyst Richard Clarke attributing the drop to the slowdown in net unit growth and fears it might miss its full-year guidance. "We definitely see the light at the end of the tunnel," he said, adding that IHG was growing in new signings and system size. The group recorded growth across its leisure, business travel and group travel segments, Maalouf said in a statement. The hotel industry has benefited from a post-pandemic boom in leisure travel as people splurge their savings on vacations despite rising costs of living.

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☆ IHG upbeat about 2023 results despite challenges holding back new hotels
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-20 | by ( Yadarisa Shabong | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

The owner of the Crowne Plaza, Regent and Hualuxe hotel chains flagged economic uncertainties ahead and said that short- term financing challenges were holding back development of new hotels. The group recorded growth across its leisure, business travel and group travel segments, CEO Elie Maalouf said in a statement. While business travel revenue was already ahead of 2019 levels in the third quarter, group and meetings revenue was still below, finance chief Michael Glover told reporters. The hotel industry has benefited from a boom in leisure travel demand after the pandemic, as people splurge their savings on vacations despite rising costs of living. Reporting by Yadarisa Shabong in Bengaluru; Editing by Subhranshu Sahu and Tomasz JanowskiOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

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☆ London stocks set for weekly declines on rising yields
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-20 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

The London Stock Exchange Group offices are seen in the City of London, Britain, December 29, 2017. REUTERS/Toby Melville/File Photo Acquire Licensing RightsSummaryCompanies FTSE 100 down 0.6%, FTSE 250 off 0.7%Oct 20 (Reuters) - THe UK's FTSE 100 inched down on Friday as industrial metal miners slipped and a rise in long-term bond yields kept investors away from risky assets. The main FTSE 100 (.FTSE) index was down 0.7% by 7:13 GMT, and was on track for weekly declines of nearly 2%. The FTSE 250 (.FTMC) index also lost 0.7% and was set for its fifth consecutive weekly fall. Adding to the declines, industrial metal miners (.FTNMX551020) shed 1.6% as copper prices fell on a strengthening dollar.

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[1/4] People walk into Jerusalem's Old City via Jaffa Gate, as the conflict wreaks havoc across the tourism sector October 11, 2023. Now they are empty after a devastating attack by Palestinian militant group Hamas in Israel on Oct. 7. InterContinental Hotels (IHG.L) said two of its hotels, Six Senses Shaharut and Hotel Indigo Tel Aviv – Diamond District, were temporarily shut. Australian tour operator Intrepid Travel has called off tours to Israel and Palestinian territories until the end of the year. Odysseys Unlimited has suspended its Israel trips until March 31.

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☆ Here's a 5-step guide for frequent business travelers to unlock productive and stress-free trips
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-13 | by ( Sponsor Post | Created Insider Studios With Ihg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Consider this guide your roadmap for transforming your next business trip into a stress-free and enjoyable experience. Over 5,000 IHG hotels worldwide now offer Wi-Fi Auto Connect – an effortless way to automatically join the internet without separate login codes or passwords. Enrolling in IHG Business Rewards also earns frequent business travelers points every time you book accommodations, meetings, and events. Learn how IHG Hotels & Resorts can accommodate your next business trip. This post was created by Insider Studios with IHG Hotels & Resorts.

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☆ I Paid for My Dream Honeymoon With Credit Card Points—Here’s How I Did It
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-28 | by ( Emily Sherman | ) www.wsj.com time to read: +6 min

Our first year of dating, we took a spontaneous trip to Iceland paid for with points from a Chase Sapphire Preferred card (his) and Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card (mine). Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card Learn More Base rewards rate: 2xBonus rewards: 10x on hotels and rental cars, plus 5x on flights, if booked through Capital One; 10,000-mile annual bonus. After researching a number of hotel-branded cards, the $99 a year IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card emerged as the best fit for this trip. Sign-up bonus: 140,000 bonus points after you spend $3,000 in the first three months. With a few weeks to go before the big day, I’m excited to say our trip is booked and paid for almost entirely with credit card points.

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☆ Capital One Venture vs. Chase Sapphire Preferred: Which is right for you?
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-13 | by ( Ariana Arghandewal | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +13 min

Here’s a look at the Capital One Venture vs. Chase Sapphire Preferred. Capital One Venture vs. Chase Sapphire PreferredFirst, let’s take a look at all the key details of these two cards side-by-side:Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card Chase Sapphire Preferred Card Welcome bonus 75,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 on the card in the first three months. The Capital One Venture and the Chase Sapphire Preferred are two popular rewards credit cards that offer a variety of benefits to cardholders. Getty ImagesThe Chase Sapphire Preferred has better travel and purchase protections than the Capital One Venture. Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Chase Sapphire Preferred Card Extended warranty Yes.

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Compare Sapphire Preferred and Ink Business Preferred Chase Sapphire Preferred® CardInk Business Preferred® Credit Card Chevron icon It indicates an expandable section or menu, or sometimes previous / next navigation options. Here's a detailed look at the biggest differences between the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card and the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card. The other major difference is that the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card offers cell phone protection against theft or damage. Chase Sapphire Preferred Compared to Ink Business PreferredThough similar — each charges a $95 annual fee that is not waived the first year — the Sapphire Preferred and Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card have different welcome bonus requirements and bonus spending categories. If you're thinking of getting both cards, apply for the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card first.

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☆ 12 things to do when you get the Venture X Card
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-05 | by ( Ariana Arghandewal | Add An Authorized User | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card made quite a splash when it launched in 2021. Getty ImagesWhile you’re moving monthly bills to your Capital One Venture X card, don’t forget your cell phone bill. Getty ImagesThe Capital One Venture X card offers a $100 application fee credit towards Global Entry or TSA Precheck. As a Capital One Venture X card holder, you can claim a free PRIOR subscription by navigating to your accounts benefit tab. Join Gravity HausAs a Capital One Venture X card holder, you’ll receive a $300 discount on an annual Gravity Haus membership every 12 months.

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☆ Los Angeles hotel workers strike over wages, housing
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-02 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

LOS ANGELES, July 2 (Reuters) - Thousands of hotel workers in Los Angeles, California, went on strike on Sunday morning as they pushed for better wages and benefits, kicking off what was expected to be one of the largest U.S. hotel strikes in recent history. [1/4]People protest in front of Hotel Indigo as unionized hotel workers in Los Angeles and Orange County go on strike, in Los Angeles, California, U.S. July 2, 2023. REUTERS/David SwansonContracts expired June 30 at 62 Southern California hotels, according to the Los Angeles Times. The Westin Bonaventure, the biggest hotel in Los Angeles, came to an agreement with its workers just a day before the expiration, the union said. The Los Angeles area has been the scene of other strikes or walkout threats in recent months.

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Our experts answer readers' credit card questions and write unbiased product reviews (here's how we assess credit cards). Chase is offering improved welcome bonuses on the IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card and IHG One Rewards Traveler Credit Card for a limited time. We've seen lots of travel rewards credit cards launch elevated offers in recent months, and now two IHG credit cards from Chase are offering higher-than-normal bonuses for a limited time. Insider's Featured Credit Cards for Travel Chase Sapphire Preferred® CardCapital One Venture Rewards Credit Card Chevron icon It indicates an expandable section or menu, or sometimes previous / next navigation options. IHG Credit Card OffersThe IHG right card for you depends on your spending habits, how often you stay with IHG, and whether or not you're willing to pay an annual fee for upgraded benefits.

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☆ 5 best credit cards for getting Global Entry or TSA PreCheck without a fee
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-21 | by ( Chris Dong | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +14 min

The biggest perk is saving time, with expedited security and — in the case of Global Entry — customs lines at dozens of U.S. airports (and even a few abroad for Global Entry). TSA PreCheck Cost: The application process costs $78, and your TSA PreCheck enrollment status remains valid for five years. Global Entry Cost: The Global Entry application process includes a $100 non-refundable fee (whether you’re approved or not) and is also valid for five years. The best credit cards for Global Entry and TSA PreCheckWhen evaluating the best credit cards that cover the cost of Global Entry and TSA PreCheck, the card’s annual fee was a major factor. Why did we pick these as our best credit cards for Global Entry and TSA PreCheck?

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☆ The Chase IHG Business Credit Card is offering an enormous 165,000-point bonus (worth over $1,000 in hotel stays), but not for much longer
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-16 | by ( Joseph Hostetler | Jasmin Baron | Credit Cards Reporter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +14 min

Our experts answer readers' credit card questions and write unbiased product reviews (here's how we assess credit cards). The IHG Premier Business Card has one of the most valuable bonuses of any hotel credit card on the market. IHG; Chase; InsiderThe IHG® Rewards Premier Business Credit Card is currently offering an increased bonus, but only until 9:00 AM EST, June 28, 2023. Here's what you need to know before jumping on the increased IHG® Rewards Premier Business Credit Card bonus. The IHG Rewards Business Card Is Worth Keeping Year After YearThe IHG® Rewards Premier Business Credit Card comes with much more than just a hefty welcome bonus.

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☆ A Nvidia-backed platform that turns text into A.I.-generated avatars boosts valuation to $1 billion
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-13 | by ( Ryan Browne | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

In this article NVDA Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNTAn animated avatar generated by the AI video platform Synthesia. To do that, Synthesia has created animated avatars which look and sound like humans, but are generated by AI. Synthesia is a form of generative AI, similar to OpenAI's ChatGPT. The company doesn't disclose its sales or revenue metrics, though it says it "consistently driven triple digit growth," with over 12 million videos produced on the platform to date. Synthesia plans to ramp up investment into its technology, with a particular focus on advancing its AI research and making Synthesia avatars capable of performing more tasks.

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