Revolutionizing Your Journey: Travel With Points & Miles Quick Hits: Payroll on Credit Card Update, IHG’s Best-Ever Offer, Southwest’s Status Match Deal and more
In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke shares a roundup of the latest and most important updates in the world of travel, points, and miles. From Hyatt’s award pricing changes and Chase/Amex transfer bonuses to the IHG One Rewards Business Card’s limited-time offer of up to 200,000 points, this episode is packed with timely insights to help travelers make smarter, more strategic decisions. He also covers Delta’s removal of fuel surcharges on award flights from Europe and Southwest’s new status match opportunity for American Airlines elites—both of which could unlock significant value for savvy flyers.
Additionally, DeAndre shares an update on Zil Money, which is once again up and running for all credit cards except AMEX, and unveils the newly rebuilt Best Offers page on the BoldlyGo website, created to prioritize transparency and showcase the most competitive card offers—regardless of affiliate links.
Whether you’re earning, redeeming, or mapping out your next trip, this episode will help you stay ahead of the game in the world of travel rewards.
Key takeaways:
- Hyatt Award Pricing Update: Many hotels are shifting categories, impacting award stays.
- IHG One Rewards Business Card: Earn up to 200,000 points with a limited-time offer.
- Valuable Free Night Certificate: Included with the IHG business card and applicable for redemptions.
- Chase & Amex Transfer Bonuses: Take advantage of them before they expire.
- Delta Award Tickets: Fuel surcharges removed for one-way flights from Europe.
- Southwest Status Match: Available with proof of American Airlines elite status.
- Plan Ahead: Staying informed ensures better travel redemptions and savings.
- Use Credit Cards Strategically: These updates reinforce the value of timely applications.
Resources:
- Start here to learn how to unlock nearly free travel
- Sign up for our newsletter!
- This month’s best current card offers
- LTH Online Points & Miles In Depth Course:
- Use coupon code “BOLDYGO” for a 50% discount!
- BoldlyGo Travel With Points & Miles Facebook Group
- Truicity Wealth Management
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