Frequent Miler on the Air American Airlines AAdvantage vs Alaska Atmos | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep321 | 8-29-25
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Aug 29, 2025 Discover the latest in loyalty programs as hosts debate American Airlines' AAdvantage versus Alaska Airlines' Atmos. They unravel Frontier's Million Mile Match promo and the implications for frequent travelers. Listeners get insight into Delta's connection with the Seattle Seahawks for earning SkyMiles, while challenges in booking Vacasa rentals raise eyebrows. Plus, dissecting elite status perks and redeemable miles reveals how each program stacks up. Tune in for entertaining insights and tips on maximizing your travel rewards!
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LifeMiles No-Show Reinstatement
- Lisa canceled two LifeMiles award flights and paid $25 per flight as a Star Alliance service charge after no-shows.
- Nick and Greg agreed this makes LifeMiles Plus free cancellation value much better despite the 72-hour limit.
Think Twice Before Frontier Million Match
- Evaluate whether you can realistically earn the Frontier miles target before matching, because missing the threshold yields no bonus.
- Avoid gambling on uncertain credit-card or welcome-bonus counting when planning large matches.
Vacasa Booking Friction With Wyndham
- Wyndham's Vacasa partnership now limits bookings to six months and has spotty availability after system changes.
- Vacasa owners can sometimes open properties for points bookings by filing support tickets, showing the issue may be fixable.