Thanks for the info @terziyski . TP-Link should warn people about this. The device becomes much less valuable now.

Thanks @terziyski . So it sonds like there is no work around for the WR902AC travel router in the case of the captive portal correct?

Seems like most hotels and airports now provide access to WiFi without requiring entering a password. How are people connecting their WR902AC travel router to hotspot Mode at Hotels or airports...