MTM Travel - The Fun Side of Points & Travel!

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we talk about fighting the urge to chase status when it doesn't make sense. We also talk about Capital One upping their game with new lounges and an interesting airport restaurant concept. We also discuss how Chase is being overly generous with their new offers and especially by matching the new offers pretty far back. Episode Notes 7:30 - Southwest Companion Pass changes and status merry go rounds 16:10 - Spending days w/ banks 22:36 - Chase bonus bumps and matching 25:31 - Capital One increasing credit card perks 34:41 - Did Mark book 2 rooms again? Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss Mark’s recent trip to Chicago and his negative experience with Joe’s wife (not really), Hyatt Globalists and fake Globalist treatment, more adventures in the air for Shawn, IHG giving out Diamond like candy and a whole lot more. Episode Notes 2:34 - Mark in Chicago 10:07 - The Thompson 24:32 - Prime Day 2 experience 27:48 - IHG Diamond status offer 28:43 - Kimpton in Miami and Little Havana Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss some recent news including Hilton and Marriott free night certs, the credit card competition act and an card that Amex charged…after it was closed? Plus some juice to be squeezed out of Target! Episode Notes 5:37 - Hilton free night certificates 12:33 - Marriott free night certificates 22:01 - Credit card competition act 31:06 - Target deals 38:05 - Amex charged a closed card? Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss Mark’s recent trip to Seattle as he unnecessarily slanders some of the cities landmarks and Alaska Airlines. Along the way we learn how miles and points helped Mark to make the trip a little more comfortable. Episode Notes 7:23 - Basics of Seattle trip 10:33 - Mark’s not a fan of Alaska Airlines 15:42 - Hotel 1000 LXR, A Hilton Property 21:49 - Sightseeing and touring Seattle 34:17 - Some trouble flying home Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss some new Marriott duds, point.me, and have an extended banter section that you might want to skip (use the timestamps). Also - Shawn shares the highest of highs and the lowest of lows from his recent stay at the Waldorf Astoria in Cabo. Episode Notes 12:21 - point.me 23:40 - Another live search by Joe 25:13 - New Bonvoy cards 36:46 - Waldorf Astoria Cabo - the good 45:53 - Waldorf Astoria Cabo - the very bad Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss the MTM Diamond Patreon meetup and how pickpockets got the best of a lot of people. Plus why Mexico City is worth a visit and Shawn experiences a big earthquake! Episode Notes 5:06 - Pickpocketed! 12:50 - Mexico City 29:18 - Hampton Inn Mexico City 32:47 - Six Flags in Mexico City Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss Shawn’s experience on the Carnival Mardi Gras (Walmart of the Seas) and discuss how to get through to AMEX chat faster and the power of Google Flights. Episode Notes 4:36 - Carnival Mardi Gras 8:10 - Shawn’s free stateroom 13:12 - Questionable ship design and clientele 26:06 - Food and entertainment 39:52 - Credit card news and updates (Marriott Brilliant, AMEX chat reps, Google Flights) 48:36 - MEAN REVIEW   Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss a last minute trip to Portland Maine, Shawn fighting for his insurance payout and Amex cracking down on FHR gaming. We also discuss a huge number of transfer bonuses, errors we make paying bills and Southwest’s intriguing new Companion Pass offer. Episode Notes 5:13 - Last Minute Labor Day trip to Portland, ME 14:19 - Shawn’s late, late travel insurance payout 16:46 - AMEX adds anti gaming FHR terms 20:14 - AMEX Membership Rewards bonuses 22:52 - Don’t forget to turn on autopay! 34:33 - New Southwest Companion Pass offer   Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss Mark’s recent trip to Ohio, batting 0.692 on credit card applications, how to handle trips with non miles and points friends and give some TV recommendations to close out the summer! Episode Notes 2:43 - Getting to Mexico City 6:31 - Mark visits…Ohio? 13:45 - Traveling with non miles and points friends 18:58 - Hyatt Business credit card offer 24:24 - Recent credit card applications 29:59 - Random TV talk   Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss Joe’s recent Disney cruise through Alaska, how Mark completely messed up his Amex application and our wish list for the new rumored Marriott cards. Episode Notes 8:01 - Mark AMEX sign up almost fail 15:08 - New Bonvoy card predictions 22:37 - Alaska on Disney Cruise Line Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License