Frequent Miler on the Air Airline Elite Status via Hotel Stays | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep289 | 1-10-25
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Jan 11, 2025 Explore how hotel stays can unlock airline elite status in a game-changing new trend! Discover tips on earning benefits with Alaska and IHG's recent lounge membership twists. Catch up on exciting credit card offers, including the return of the Alaska Biz Card and changes to Costco rewards. Delve into Hyatt's double elite night credits for glamping stays and learn about the impacts of British Airways’ revenue-based earning system. Uncover strategies to maximize points and navigate the evolving landscape of travel loyalty.
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Delta and United Award Bookings
- On last week's episode, the hosts incorrectly stated Delta's policy on earning elite status with award bookings.
- They clarified that Delta allows earning with both Delta and partner flights, unlike United, which only allows it with United flights.
IHG Lounge Benefit Trick
- Listeners confirmed that IHG's lounge membership choice benefit trick worked as expected.
- Those who earned 40/70 nights in 2024 and waited until January 2025 to select the benefit received it for two years.
Amex Platinum Downgrade Trick
- A listener downgraded her Amex Platinum to Gold and then received an offer to upgrade back with a 50k bonus.
- This surpasses typical retention offers and provides another strategy for getting bonuses.