Frequent Miler on the Air How we use our Amex Platinum coupon book credits | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep294 | 2-21-25
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Feb 22, 2025 This week, the discussion dives deep into the Amex Platinum card's perks, exploring clever ways to leverage those credits. Exciting news emerges as Capital One finally adds JetBlue as a transfer partner, albeit with less-than-ideal rates. Listeners learn how to navigate new Uber fees and maximize travel reimbursements abroad. Tips on using hotel credits creatively and optimizing benefits across various services highlight practical savings. Additionally, a listener's unfortunate experience with Qatar Airways sparks a conversation on compensation issues.
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Capital One's JetBlue Surprise
- The hosts incorrectly stated that Capital One miles could be transferred to JetBlue.
- Listeners corrected them, and ironically, Capital One added JetBlue as a transfer partner shortly after.
Bad Transfer Ratio
- Avoid Capital One's new JetBlue transfer partnership due to its poor 5:3 ratio.
- Transferring 2,000 Capital One miles only yields 1,200 JetBlue points; use Chase or Citi points instead.
Marriott Transfer Bonus: Yay or Nay?
- Generally avoid transferring Chase points to Marriott unless you have a specific high-value Marriott redemption.
- A 50% bonus still may not outweigh other Chase point uses.