MTM Travel - The Fun Side of Points & Travel!

Episode Description In episode 65 we talk about some massive new welcome offers that were launched this week.  We also discuss some more issues with liquidation at Walmart stores and Shawn gives us an overview of his Miraval stay and whether the juice is worth the squeeze or not. Episode Notes 5:01 - New Chase Ink offers 8:13 - AMEX Platinum and Gold offers 14:15 - Co-branded airline card offers 17:46 - Walmart issues 22:30 - Miraval Tucson 41:26 - Getting hotel compensation 42:45 - Chase Avios bonus 44:09 - 22% off Hyatt stays 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 episode 64 we have a special guest, Ryan from Miles to Memories.  We discuss his recent trip to West Africia, how he was denied boarding, discriminate against in the airport and other shenanigans that happened along the way.  We also talk about point valuations and play a fun game in the outtakes.  Episode Notes 2:43 - Mark in Vegas! 6:09 - Mile and point valuations 20:06 - Ryan's trip to Africa 21:53 - Adventures at the airport 29:20 - Dealing with tricky border crossings 37:37 - Flying to Mauritania (!?) 40:17 - Smoking in Casablanca 43:13 - Circa Tour Video 43:26 - Chase Sapphire Preferred first 44:53 - Maximizing Uber credits 48:37 - Bonus Segment! International Destination: Real or Fake? 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 episode 63 we discuss the Amex Gold refresh, some unfounded worries (at least for now) about money orders at Walmart and getting ready for Q4 reselling and gift buying.  Episode Notes 1:07 - Mark's flying! 6:51 - AMEX Gold changes 13:07 - Walmart MO concerns? 18:39 - Black Friday month long sales and preparations 30:19 - Citi Prestige 4th night free analysis 32:26 - Las Vegas casinos being sold? 33:21 - Disney layoffs and how you can help 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 episode 62 we discuss getting wrongfully denied to board a flight, Chase rolling out a new spending offer, an increased bonus ending and our favorite Prime Day wins.  We also talk about Delta’s juicy status match offer and a shout out to the great Daryl Grove. Episode Notes 6:00 - Prime Day 15:15 - New Chase spending offer 19:02 - Denied boarding for a flight?? 27:32 - CSP increased bonus ending 28:50 - Delta status match offer 29:41 - Shoutout to Daryl Grove   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 episode 61 we discuss a popular gift card deal ending and what to do when a deal dies.  We also talk about our latest retention offer wins and losses and best overall practices. Lastly, we discuss Citi adding some new anti gaming language, Centurion lounge reopenings, Vegas walking tours & more.  Episode Notes 9:54 - Taking advantage of retention offers 21:55 - RIP to a great gift card deal 29:03 - New Citi gaming restrictions? 35:34 - Centurion Lounges reopening 37:19 - Circa opening in Las Vegas 40:01 - Taking inventory of your credit cards   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 episode 59 we discuss why family travel sucks sometimes, the best miles for international first class and a massive 100K offer.  We also talk about Chase extending their popular program, continued issues with the Hilton Surpass & much more. Episode Notes 6:47 - Chase Pay yourself back extended 8:48 - 100K Cap One Venture offer 14:58 - Hilton Surpass continues to have issues with grocery spend 17:51 - Why family travel sucks 36:29 - A dark horse credit card 37:57 - Best miles for international first class travel 38:28 - End of month checklist   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 episode 58 we have a special guest, Grant Thomas from Travel with Grant. During the episode we talk about when MS turns into marriage, savings thousands using everyday rewards and Grant’s recent travels. We also give World of Hyatt & Delta customer service tips. Episode Notes 5:45 - Introducing Grant 10:50 - Grant's current road trip to Carmel/Monterrey 16:24 - MSing a wife 22:38 - How did Travel with Grant start? 26:31 - The importance of community 31:38 - Saving $6K on Everyday Rewards 43:48 - World of Hyatt Customer Service Tip 44:28 - Tons of hotel AMEX offers 45:02 - Delta award ticket refunds tip   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 episode 57 we have a special guest, Ian Snyder, who talks about his recent international trip to Istanbul. We talk about the travel experience during the pandemic, customs, top sights in the city and all the dang cats!  Ian also shares Turkish redemption tips, we talk about Hyatt’s amazing promo and maxing out the Hyatt Brand Explorer perk. Episode Notes 3:25 - Introducing Ian 8:13 - Turkey basics 12:45 - Istanbul as a tourist 19:32 - Istanbul cats 22:39 - Immigration and customs during covid-19 26:45 -  Turkish redemption tips 29:46 - Have any of Ian's 48 hour trips been affected by delays? 31:54 - Hyatt Brand Explorer 33:17 - 7 least visited countries 34:25 - Hyatt Bonus Journeys Promo   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 episode 56 we discuss why people flew across the country for a gift card deal, how the rules keep changing for the Chase Flex card and how a travel agent can save the day at Disney.  We also talk about the most popular posts of August, being the only person staying in a hotel & Vegas’ newest property. Episode Notes 7:27 - Using a Disney travel agent 16:47 - Using Disney gift cards 20:17 - People flew from Texas to Michigan for gift card deal 24:18 - Chase freedom flex strategy 37:09 - August Top 5 Posts 38:11 - Circa construction tour 42:31 - Renting out an entire hotel   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