Miles & Points: The Week's Best Frequent-Flyer Deals (Week of January 13, 2014)

Following is our regular summary of the latest travel news and best frequent traveler promotions reviewed during the past week.
If it was a good deal—or a notably bad deal—from an airline, hotel, or car rental loyalty program, you can read all about it here, and plan your travel accordingly.
Delta Ups Price of Airport Lounge Access by 54 Percent
Delta's new airport lounge prices will reduce congestion and make for a less stressful experience. But the improvement will cost you plenty.
Marriott's MegaBonus Returns on February 1
Between January 6 and April 13, Club Carlson members can earn 38,000 bonus points after staying three qualifying nights at participating Carlson family hotels.
Celebrate Chinese New Year in San Francisco, Free
Enter the Southwest Airlines "Chinese New Year Parade" sweepstakes by January 28, 2014, for a chance to win a trip for two to attend the Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco.
Somebody has to win, right? Might as well be you.