Miles & Points Daily Podcast

E511 - ✈️ Southwest Just Confirmed Lounges — And There's a New Chase Card Coming With Them

Published: September 3, 2026

Duration: 8:26

Southwest Airlines has officially announced plans for at least eleven airport lounges, with construction already underway at four locations and a brand new premium Chase credit card launching alongside them in 2027. Atmos Rewards — the loyalty program of Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines — has just rolled out the most generous lap infant award policy in the industry, allowing international award travelers to bring a child under two for just taxes and fees on any partner airline ticket. American Airlines has entered a new era as its first retrofitted 777-300ER enters service, featuring 70 enclosed business class suites, while first class is officially bein...