Frequent Miler on the Air

The podcast discusses the friction between Wells Fargo and Bilt, citing concerns over fraud and money laundering. They analyze the future of their relationship and the financial impact on Wells Fargo. The episode explores the sustainability of the loyalty program and assures listeners about the safety of their points.

In this episode, the hosts share 10 tips for last-minute award travel. They discuss varied topics like Curve, Hilton SLH integration, and Preferred Hotels' devaluation. Other highlights include Aero plan credit card benefits, booking with Flying Blue miles, and using Virgin points for El Al. They also mention Points Path's support for Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The main event focuses on strategies for last-minute award travel, emphasizing flexibility, diversification of points, and proficiency in award search tools.

Greg and Nick reflect on the ups and downs of their last-minute travel challenge, from booking business class flights to facing challenges with international bookings. They discuss utilizing a 5000 point stopover and share highlights of their unexpected experiences. The hosts express a desire to revisit destinations like Croatia and Malaysia for more exploration.

Stephen, a participant in the travel challenge, surprises Greg, Nick, and Tim with last-minute destination assignments. The episode covers live check-ins for domestic and international locations, booking decisions, and scoring breakdowns. Strategies, challenges, punctuality rules, and results of the travel challenge are discussed, with participants competing creatively. Strategic mileage redemption, road trip experiences, and mini challenges add excitement to the podcast.

Hosts share their worst travel challenge moments, including breakdowns on planned sleeper trains, getting stranded in different locations, struggles with changing flight timings, missing essentials like a backpack, and facing restrictions while traveling. The podcast delves into various misadventures and mishaps faced during travel challenges, emphasizing the importance of preparation and adaptability.

Podcast discusses the love for LifeMiles, Hilton card bonuses, Southwest on Google Flights, Finnair Avios combining, Avianca LifeMiles cards, sweet-spots with hidden fares, searching for awards, downsides, and quadruple dip opportunities with Hilton Curio Collection hotels.

Discussion on the decline of the World of Hyatt program, including Category 8, peak pricing, and expensive award charts. Analysis of disappointments such as partner terminations, introduction of dynamic pricing, and poor value vacation rentals. Highlighting the benefits of Hyatt's top-tier status, milestone rewards, and sharing options. Concerns raised over diminishing point value and program changes.

Discover the best credit cards for groceries, dining, gas, travel, and Costco. Learn about AA companion certificates, Hertz charging Tesla refills, and airline change fee eliminations. Uncover cool Alaska flight tricks and a secret Kimpton hotel password. Dive into maximizing rewards with category bonuses and find out which cards offer the best perks for your everyday purchases.

Learn about how points and miles influence travel behavior, from rent day date nights to helicopter rides into NY. Discover vacationing based on award space availability and being 'forced' to travel due to expiring rewards. Get insights on optimizing credit card rewards for events, exploring unexpected travel gems, and utilizing expiring rewards for spontaneous adventures.

Discussing Hilton credit cards, credits, and free nights. Citi's accidental leak of card details. Earning Delta MQDs with hotel bookings. Strategizing Hilton cards for free nights. Maximizing card benefits and rebates. Navigating rental car insurance and elite status. Tips on maximizing Hilton business cards and point diversification.