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Platinum Card Change Predictions, Resuming COVID Cruise Testing, Best Holiday Inn Express, Do You Really Need Lounge Access and Delta is NOT changing Medallion Levels for 2027

René by René
August 30, 2025
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The image shows an outdoor patio area overlooking a body of water. There are several tables and chairs with blue umbrellas providing shade. A metal railing separates the patio from the water, and a "No Smoking No Vaping" sign is visible on the railing. Trees and greenery are visible across the water, and the sky is clear.

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My yearly northern Michigan golf outing is soon on tap and I really wish I had picked this weekend as the weather looks amazing. The rest of September looks a little questionable but I will soldier on and keep a stiff upper wedge. The end of August was a busy time on the blog – just take a look:

Unless you are a non traveler or living under a very large digital rock you know that Amex is about to make big changes to it’s Platinum card lineup. But just what are they going to change with the mega new large fees on the way? Chris gives his predictions.

COVID is speeding across the USA again. While not as nasty as it was during the pandemic year it is still a BAD bug and for those with underlying health issues it can still be a killer. On a cruise ship COVID spreads faster than other places and I suggest we need to return to testing negative before you board a ship. See if you agree with me or those who commented on the post here.

The words “best” and Holiday Inn Express do not often go together but I have found one location that it fits. The hotel, while not new, seems brand new and the views are simply amazing. This is one to look for if you are in the area.

Just how important is lounge access to you when you travel? Do you really need a card that will get you in? Is it worth it for the large fees that most cards carry to get you in? We break it down.

Lastly this week there is a glimmer of good news – Delta is NOT further devaluing the Medallion MQD levels for 2027. Then again the levels are so high now and the benefits so meager that it seems less and less are going for status with the airline and that may be the reason they have stayed the same.

Be safe if you are traveling this holiday weekend no matter if on the road, on a ship or in the air. Look out for those around you and thank you for reading the blog along the way! – René

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