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Episode Description In episode 47 we discuss Chase shutting down their bonus earning error, massive Amex clawbacks and reminisce about our first international travel experiences.  We also talk about the best bank bonuses out there right now, amazing Vegas hotel rates & more. Episode Notes 9:35 - Chase 5X was an error 15:14 - AMEX RAT claws back Hilton, Delta and Bonvoy points. 21:36 - American Airlines lawsuit shows how far they will dig. (h/t paxex.aero) 24:16 - Remembering our first international trips. 40:01 - The best nation wide bank bonuses this month 41:18 - Vegas has amazing hotel rates (practically free) 42:23 - Fluz Shop Small codes for Amex.   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 46 we discuss the newest spending bonuses on the Chase Sapphire cards.  We also talk about things we knew when we first started this hobby, a potential Vegas shakeup and vacations we would take right now if we could. Episode Notes 7:36 - Chase Sapphire Reserve new bonuses 13:02 - What we wish we knew when we were beginners 21:40 - Covid's got us thinking of traveling to _____ 31:08 - The international flying experience right now 32:34 - AMEX Platinum credits 33:07 - Luxor closing?   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 45 we discuss Wynn calling customers scammers, Vegas paying people to wear masks and the perfect 4 card Amex wallet.  We also discuss how to get your Disney reservations set up, issues with Virgin Atlantic miles & how to max out Citi ThankYou point earning. Episode Notes 7:05 - Wynn calls people scammers for using comp promo 13:26 - Vegas casino gives free slot play for wearing masks 18:25 - How to get Disney reservations for the reopening and beyond 25:48 - The perfect AMEX 4 card wallet 27:01 - Blue Cash and Everyday cards 30:59 - Delta cards 36:55 - Hilton cards 42:02 - Business cards 46:04 - Virgin Atlantic and Delta problems? 47:17 - Citi TYP maximization   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 44 we discuss the ugly side of mask shaming and Mark’s recent experience.  We also discuss upgrading to the CSR, cashing out Ultimate Rewards points, why we don’t talk to friends about miles and points anymore & much more. Episode Notes 5:53 - Talking to friends about miles and points 15:50 - Mask shaming is ugly & Mark’s recent experience. 24:19 - CSR upgrade & cashout plans 31:53 - Strange business questions from American Express 33:08 - Chase 3Q Freedom categories 35:21 - Disney reopening dates are set   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 43 we discuss Vegas opening back up, how it is different and how it hasn’t changed.  We also discuss Shawn’s recent travels and what it felt like to be on the road plus upcoming travel plans. Episode Notes 10:34 - Las Vegas reopened! 26:48 - Our summer travel plans 35:57 - Universal Orlando re-opening 37:23 - Chase Sapphire Reserve 5X 38:02 - Tri-state area travel restrictions to Florida   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 42 we discuss negative Amex changes, new reasons for cancelling travel and what is like to fly during the pandemic.  We also talk about Vegas, theme parks and casinos in general opening back up, maximizing Amex credits and identity theft. Episode Notes 3:12 - Vegas and other locations reopening 9:11 - AMEX's old but new four credit card limit 15:30 - Cancelling travel and avoiding travel shaming 27:08 - Someone applied for a credit card in my name! 36:26 - Recent flying experience during the pandemic 37:04 - Maximizing new AMEX credits 38:03 - Theme parks reopening   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 41 Shawn and Mark sit down with Amy & Tim from Go With Less to talk all things FIRE, retiring early, travel hacking, house sitting and everything in between.   Episode Notes 1:16 - Introducing Go with Less 7:50 - Learning about FIRE 13:51 - Youtube channel 18:07 - has COVID-19 changed FIRE calculations 22:33 - House sitting 30:23 - Travel hacking on the road 39:44 - Travel hacking advice 45:00 - Best money advice   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 40 we discuss if Amazon Prime is still worth it or should we give it the boot, is Chase 5/24 worth waiting for and the first Disney park reopens.  Plus we discuss a mini application spree, great Hyatt free night cert redemptions and a 20% Marriott discount you can lock in now. Episode Notes 5:36 - Should we cancel Amazon prime? 13:49 - Shanghai Disneyland and Disney Springs openings 19:49 - Will the US Disney parks open soon? (no, probably not) 26:24 - Getting under 5/24 - is it still worth it? 34:27 - A mini application spree 35:49 - Best non US low category Hyatts  38:34 - Marriott gift cards on sale 43:00 - Charity for the troops and 60K AA offer Cuarantine Cay 5K for Give Kids the World 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 39 we discuss the massive amount of credit card refreshes and perk changes from Citi, Chase and Amex.  We also discuss Vegas reopening and what it will look like, the best nationwide bank bonuses and an amazing video of planes parked across the country. Episode Notes 1:23 - Chase card refresh and benefit changes. 7:40 - Citi card refresh and benefit changes. (AA Exec card $225 credit)  13:10 - Is Las Vegas reopening soon?  What will it look like?  Pro Sports in Vegas? Who will open first? Caesars status extension 30:26 - AMEX card refresh and benefit changes. Platinum and Centurion credits Business card credits $200 statement credits New Hilton card benefits  MSing to lifetime Hilton Diamond (Miles per Day) 41:47 - The best nationwide bank bonuses. 42:46 - Awesome video of planes parked on the runway. 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 38 we discuss what our first trips will look like after the pandemic and will they will be. We also talk about Chase and other banks cracking down on new applications, Amex refreshing their card lineup & Chase’s new retention process plus much more. Episode Notes 7:28 - What will our first trips look like after the pandemic? 19:27 - Chase & others cracking down on credit card applications. 25:49 - AMEX card refresh rumors 30:19 - The IRS website update for people still looking for a stimulus check. 31:25 - Awesome Disney flyover video while the park is abandoned. 32:00 - Chase’s new retention offer pop-up.  Is it good or bad for us?   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