Frequent Miler on the Air

Delta's recent reversal of elite status changes, major modifications to MX Hilton credit cards, confusion surrounding MX Hilton business card email, City adding Leading Hotels of the World as a transfer partner, frustrations with Avianca LifeMiles, changes to Delta's SkyMiles program including Sky Club access, implications of changes for Delta flyers, alternative ways to access Sky Clubs, maximizing credit card rewards for student loan repayments.

The podcast discusses must-have Amex cards, T-Mobile benefits, Founders Card drawbacks, approval for Advantage Aviator cards, and analyzes Amex Membership Rewards cards, American Express Green Card, best Amex Hotel card, and Delta Gold cards. They also talk about the best uses for American Airlines miles and checking partner availability.

The podcast discusses the benefits and risks of buying groups for credit card spending. They also touch on loyalty statuses at Caesar's, extending Marriott free night certificates, airline status match offers, and maximizing rewards with buying groups. They delve into the risks and controversy surrounding buying groups and share personal rules for decision-making.

Learn how to simulate hotel elite status without staying enough nights. Discusses Bank of America Alaska Airlines credit cards, recent changes to Delta's elite program, and status match offers from Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. Offers tips for maximizing points and rewards on hotel stays, strategies for booking hotel suites with points and cash, and evaluating the benefits of hotel elite status. Explores strategies for manufactured spending and minimizing risk.

Learn about rolling your own airline elite status and the pros and cons. Discover how to maximize points with a rental payment card. Uncover a surprising offer on Hilton cards and debunk the misconception. Find out about Aeroplan cardholders getting a fourth night free on hotel stays. Hear a funny incident involving a credit card and address update. Explore obtaining hotel sweet spot rewards. Discuss the increasing spend required for airline elite status and compare loyalty programs. Consider the cost of earning elite status with airlines and the potential benefits and drawbacks.

This podcast discusses the massive changes to Delta's SkyMiles elite status program, American Airlines and Hyatt elite status offers, updates to Turkish Airlines website for booking award tickets, and the recent changes to Delta's loyalty program including the impact on elite status and access to Sky Clubs. They also explore the dilemma of booking a non-refundable hotel stay.

Greg and Nick discuss the strengths and weaknesses of Citi's ThankYou rewards program. They highlight unique transfer partners, high earning power, and low annual fees. The limitations of welcome bonuses and missing key transfer partners are mentioned. Strategies for maximizing rewards and the benefits of different Citi credit cards are also discussed.

Learn how to get a free companion ticket for air travel with tips and examples from various airlines. Discover the benefits and drawbacks of companion ticket offers from Southwest, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, and more. Also, explore strategies for earning points through shopping portals and maximizing rewards.

Join the hosts in this entertaining game show edition as they reveal 10 tricks for spending fewer points on flights and hotels. They discuss topics like getting 1.5 cpp for travel booked directly, buying flights with Amex Membership Rewards points, and tricks that guarantee lower award prices by flying farther. They also share strategies for incurring lower surcharges when flying BA and spending fewer points on hotel awards and vacation rentals. Don't miss out on these valuable tips!

Learn how to get great value from Chase Ultimate Rewards points, including maximizing point earning potential, finding ways to reduce the cost of Alaska Airlines awards, and utilizing partner bookings with Air France and Virgin Atlantic. Discover the versatility of the Flying Blue program, the potential value of stopovers with Air France and KLM, and strategies for finding cheap positioning flights within Europe. Find out how the hosts prioritize deals and availability when planning their travels and the importance of considering flights first