The Brief · Sunday, May 3, 2026

13 travel-intelligence items for Sunday, May 3, 2026.

Spirit Airlines Shuts Down Permanently — Rescue Fares Capped at $200 (source)

Chase Sapphire Reserve Launches Historic 150,000-Point Welcome Bonus (source)

Aeroplan Awards Jump 20-37% on May 20 — Book Star Alliance Now (source)

Hyatt Award Chart Devaluation Hits May 20 — Category 8 Could Jump 67% (source)

Chase 20% Transfer Bonus to Air France-KLM Flying Blue — Plus 25% Off Awards (source)

Alaska Airlines Debuts Business Class Suites on First-Ever Transatlantic Routes (source)

Regent Seven Seas: Up to 45% Off + $500 Credit on 75+ Sailings (source)

Silversea: Up to $7,000 Off Per Suite Through June 2 (source)

Amex Business Platinum: Targeted 300K MR Points Offer Circulating (source)

United Unveils Ultra-Premium Polaris Studio Suites on New 787-9s (source)

Amex Centurion Lounge Tightens Access Rules Starting July 2026 (source)

Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Hits Record 200K Welcome Bonus — Ends May 13 (source)

Viking Med Cruises from $2,799 with Free Airfare + Stateroom Upgrade