Deal of the Year 2024 | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep287 | 12-27-24
Dec 27, 2024
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Discover the top miles and points deals of 2024, including an impressive purchase rate for Aeroplan miles. The hosts share personal experiences with mattress running and extended offers from Capital One. Learn about Virgin Atlantic's dynamic pricing and how to navigate it for big savings. Also, explore cashback opportunities, especially on fashion brands, and effective strategies for leveraging targeted email offers. Dive into the evolving landscape of travel loyalty programs and the exciting potential of Alaska Airlines miles for your next trip!
The hosts highlight the best miles and points deals of 2024, emphasizing the importance of strategic selection to maximize travel rewards.
Capital One's shift towards miles-based offers is discussed, showcasing how it creates enhanced earning opportunities for cardholders during shopping.
The podcast delves into airline promotions, particularly Virgin Atlantic's dynamic pricing, presenting new opportunities for cost-effective travel experiences.
Deep dives
2024 Deal of the Year Overview
The discussion centers on the assessment of the best miles and points deals from 2024. The hosts explore various promotions and offers, ultimately narrowing down to specific highlights that stood out in their opinion. Regular segments in the podcast provide listeners with insights into how to maximize their rewards and navigate the competitive landscape of travel hacking. The conversation weaves through examples, and the emphasis is placed on giving value to the audience through informative content.
State of the Business Report
One key insight shared relates to the annual 'State of the Business Report', which summarizes the accomplishments and strategies of the team behind the Frequent Miler brand. The host emphasizes that despite fluctuations in page views and revenue, the core philosophy centers around creating high-quality, informative, and entertaining content that prioritizes audience needs. Rather than focusing solely on metrics, the team commits to principles that align with the interests of their readership, such as only promoting top-tier credit card offers. The growing team dynamic, with additional full-time members, indicates an exciting direction for future content development.
The Impact of Capital One Offers
The potential of Capital One offers is highlighted, showcasing its recent transition towards offering miles rather than cash back. This change is perceived as beneficial for individuals with miles-earning credit cards, who can now enhance their rewards through strategic shopping. Examples of lucrative offers, including significant discounts and cash back from various retailers, are discussed to illustrate the ongoing value found in the Capital One shopping ecosystem. The hosts recommend keeping separated accounts for Capital One shopping and Capital One offers to maximize earnings and benefits.
Airline Promotions and Their Effectiveness
The episode discusses various airline promotions that have piqued interest among travelers, including a recent dynamic pricing strategy by Virgin Atlantic and limited-time offers from Alaska Airlines. Attention is drawn to the pricing adjustments that benefit travelers despite the transition to dynamic pricing. The hosts analyze how certain promotional strategies enhance travelers' experiences by providing access to cheaper award flights, specifically emphasizing the opportunities that have emerged from the changes in airline policies. The potential for significant savings on transatlantic flights serves as a key point, alongside discussions on valuable loyalty miles.
Challenges with the SAS EuroBonus Millionaire Program
The SAS EuroBonus Millionaire program sparks a lively conversation about travel challenges. Although the program offers a huge milestone to earn millions of miles, the logistics of completing the necessary travel across different airlines can be cumbersome. While some find the promotion exciting and worth the effort, others question the practicality given the associated costs and time commitments. The duo emphasizes the importance of strategy in navigating such promotional campaigns, ultimately encouraging listeners to weigh the benefits against the obstacles they might encounter.
What are the best miles and points deals we've seen in 2024, and which deals came out above the rest? In today's episode of Frequent Miler on the Air, we'll decide what we think the best miles and points deal of 2024 was.
(01:05) - Feedback about Greg's "Frequent Miler’s 2024 State of the Business Report"
