Frequent Miler on the Air Our end-of-year miles & points check-lists | Ep336 | 12-12-25
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Dec 12, 2025 Listeners will hear about a reader's fascinating journey into status magic and how one family coped with delays in Helsinki. The hosts dive into year-end checklists for maximizing miles and points, discussing elite status across airlines and hotels. They also touch on crucial changes like American Express's transfer rates to Cathay Pacific, and offer strategies for managing credit card spend post-bonus. Tips on maximizing credit card coupons and insights into the Southwest Companion Pass keep the conversation lively!
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Status Yielded Big, Unplanned Value
- Matt earned AA gold through shopping portal spend and parlayed it into upgrades, lounge access, and free seat selections.
- His status matches and Hyatt match unlocked unexpected value across multiple trips, saving hundreds.
Double Loyalty Points With Citi AAdvantage Biz
- Use authorized user employee cards on the Citi AAdvantage Business card to double loyalty points for both primary and employee.
- This helps families or businesses accelerate elite status faster by pooling spend effectively.
How Finnair Handled An Overnight Delay
- Nick's family missed a connection and Finnair auto-sent meal vouchers and a hotel-booking link that covered dinner, breakfast, and taxi if needed.
- The communication arrived via different channels so checking all messages was crucial to access the benefits.