Miles to Go - Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss! It’s Time To Pay Attention To Alaska’s New Loyalty Program, Atmos
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Aug 27, 2025 Discover Alaska Airlines' exciting new loyalty program, Atmos, designed for passionate travelers. The hosts humorously explore its unique features like points pooling and earning through travel distance. They also dive into a luxury credit card offering substantial rewards, plus share the latest Rent Day promotion. In a lighter vein, enjoy tales of credit card mishaps, highlighting the complexities of travel finance. Tune in for insights that are as entertaining as they are informative!
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Atmos Launch Was A Win
- Alaska's Atmos launch avoided major pitfalls and preserved loyalty value for members.
- Richard sees the rollout as a clear win for Alaska's loyalty strategy.
Use The Card If You Can Hit Spend
- Consider the new Atmos card if you can hit spend thresholds and value companion certificates.
- Use the card's 3x foreign, dining, and Alaska/Hawaiian flight categories to accelerate earning.
Run The Numbers For Big Payments
- Pay large predictable bills (like rent) on the card if fees are worth the points and certificates.
- Run math on 3% fees versus redemption value before committing.