Frequent Miler on the Air 2025 Deal of the Year | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep338 | 12-26-25
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Dec 26, 2025 Discover clever last-minute strategies for dining credits and the impact of American Airlines' new policies on basic economy fares. Dive into the excitement of picking the 2025 Deal of the Year with highlights on various airline and hotel promotions. Learn about the JetBlue 25-for-25 promo, Wyndham's lucrative Diamond offerings, and the revamped American Express Platinum card. Plus, find out how Citi's points can now be transferred to American Airlines, broadening your award options!
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Use Gift Cards To Rescue Dining Credits
- If you have unused dining credits expiring, try buying restaurant gift cards online to trigger the credit before year-end.
- Buy a small denomination first to test whether your card processes it as dining credit.
AA Stops Earning On Basic Economy
- American Airlines removed miles and Loyalty Points accrual on Basic Economy fares without notice for bookings after December 17.
- This risks alienating price-sensitive customers who might otherwise start engaging with the loyalty program.
Family Completes JetBlue 25-for-25
- Nick and his family completed JetBlue's 25-for-25 challenge and earned 25 years of Mosaic status and a large points payout.
- He expects roughly 1.4 million JetBlue points for his family of four once points post.