Welcome to the Miles and Points Daily Podcast for May twenty-second, two thousand and twenty-four! I'm Lucas, and today we've got some juicy travel news that'll make your points-loving heart skip a beat.

First up, American Airlines is finally stepping up their food game! According to View from the Wing, they're introducing steak sandwiches, tapas, and even jerky in coach starting June first. They're also adding Socorro Tequila onboard and new snack baskets. Maybe airplane food jokes will finally become a thing of the past!

In more interesting news, Miami International Airport has announced a major expansion. One Mile at a Time reports they're adding a new Concourse K with six gates, set to open in two thousand and twenty-nine. This is part of a larger nine billion dollar project to improve the airport.

Here's something that caught my attention - United Airlines is expanding its international reach. They're launching new routes to Adelaide, Bangkok, and Ho Chi Minh City. This expansion includes some interesting fifth freedom flights within Asia, giving travelers more options for reaching these destinations.

For those interested in credit card news, the American Express Green Card currently has a welcome offer of forty thousand Membership Rewards points. While not the highest bonus we've seen, the card's ongoing benefits make it worth considering for the right person.

In loyalty program news, Bilt is making some changes to their rent payment system. Starting July twenty-first, they're adjusting the earning structure for non-Bilt credit cards. If you're using their service to pay rent, you'll want to pay attention to these updates.

Here's a great deal alert - Avianca LifeMiles is running a promotion with up to one hundred and sixty percent bonus when buying miles, bringing the cost down to about one point two seven cents per mile. This could be a great opportunity if you're planning premium cabin travel on Star Alliance airlines.

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