Hey there, miles and points enthusiasts! Welcome to another episode of the Miles & Points Daily Podcast. I'm Lucas, and I've got some fascinating updates from the world of travel rewards to share with you today.

First up, some exciting news from Hyatt - they've just revealed their integration plans for The Standard Hotels into the World of Hyatt program. This means you can now use your Hyatt points at trendy Standard properties from Ibiza to Bangkok. It's a great addition to the Hyatt portfolio and gives us even more options for using those valuable World of Hyatt points.

Here's an interesting story from View from the Wing about a Holiday Inn Express in Elko, Nevada that's been getting creative with fees. First, they charged guests 12.95 dollars for electricity, and now they're charging the same amount for sleepytime tea! Plus, they were adding a 3% surcharge for guests using Chase IHG cards. Talk about nickel and diming!

In credit card news, there's a fantastic offer on the Capital One Venture X card that's ending soon. You can earn 100,000 bonus points when approved through a referral link. If you're interested in getting this premium travel card, make sure to check out our link in the shownotes before the offer expires on May 12th.

Speaking of deals, Marriott has just launched an interesting promotion called 'vacation roulette.' Through May 26th, Marriott Bonvoy members can spin a virtual wheel for a chance to win prizes including 25,000 points, 45,000 points, or even a two-night stay. It's a fun way to potentially score some free nights.

In airline news, Frontier Airlines has introduced a generous new companion travel perk for their elite members. This allows top-tier elites to book a companion ticket for just the cost of taxes and fees - similar to the popular Southwest Companion Pass.

And here's a cautionary tale from international travel - Cathay Pacific accidentally served wine to a three-year-old in business class instead of water. While the child only took one sip before complaining it was 'too sour,' it's a reminder to always double-check what's in your glass - or your child's glass - when flying!

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