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  • Chase Sapphire Reserve Changes Bonuses, Boosts Annual Fee to $795
      The financial institution announced the increase of the Chase Sapphire Reserve annual fee to $795, while unveiling many new benefits and points bonus categories.   New Benefits Include IHG Status and Lifestyle Benefits The new annual fee will be…
    - 8 days ago Jun 18, 2025, 10:01pm -
  • Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific Named Best Airlines in the World
      The 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards bestowed their top honor on the Middle East Carrier for the second consecutive year, with Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific Airlines rounding out the top three.   Qatar Earns Ten Awards, Including Best Bu…
    - 8 days ago Jun 18, 2025, 9:53pm -
  • Delta and Hilton Offer Limited Time American Express Card Offers
      Both Delta Air Lines and Hilton Hotels have new limited-time offers for their American Express credit cards, offering up to 100,000 SkyMiles or 150,000 Hilton Honors points.   Limited-Time Offers Available on All Card Tiers Through July 16, eligi…
    - 13 days ago Jun 13, 2025, 10:53pm -
  • Over 200 Killed In Air India Flight 171 Crash
      The airline confirmed the crash of Air India Flight 171, scheduled for service from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).    Over 200 Dead After Plane Crashes at Medical College Citing local officials, The New York Times repor…
    - 14 days ago Jun 12, 2025, 8:21pm -
  • Alaska Airlines’ Award Travel Sale Offers International Flights Starting at 10,000 Miles
      The prices are part of Alaska’s Global Getaway sale, celebrating a “Taste the World” theme of culinary destinations.   Europe Flights Start at 20,000 Miles, While Asia Starts at 30,000 Miles The sale will run through June 30, 2025, valid fo…
    - 16 days ago Jun 11, 2025, 4:10am -
  • New Documents Shows CBP Bought Flyer Data for $11,025
      404 Media reports the law enforcement agency purchased data from Airlines Reporting Corporation at a price of $11,025, with the flyer data company asking CBP to not identify them as the data source.   Data Purchased to “Track People of Interest…
    - 16 days ago Jun 11, 2025, 4:05am -
  • American Flies First Flagship Suites From Chicago to Los Angeles
      The Fort Worth-based airline announced the first flight of their Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner equipped with new Flagship Suites and Premium Economy options, traveling from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles International Airpor…
    - 21 days ago Jun 5, 2025, 11:21pm -
  • New Trump Travel Ban Targets Afghanistan, Cuba, and Haiti
      The White House named several countries on a new travel ban list on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.    Ban Based on Intelligence Reports, Overstay Data According to the Executive Order, the decision to ban travelers from certain countries was based on…
    - 21 days ago Jun 5, 2025, 11:19pm -
  • At Southwest, Bags Fly for $35 (or $45 for a Second)
      The Wall Street Journal reports the bag fees for all new itineraries will be $35 for the first bag, and $45 for the second bag.   Luggage Costs Go from Free to $80 for Two Bags For decades, Southwest made their reputation on the trademarked “Ba…
    - 28 days ago May 30, 2025, 12:34am -
  • United and JetBlue Announce New Partnership: Blue Sky
      Both JetBlue and United Airlines announced their launch of Blue Sky, described as “a new and unique collaboration that gives customers of both airlines even more options to find flights that fit their plans as well as new opportunities to earn a…
    - 28 days ago May 29, 2025, 10:08pm -

View From the Wing

One Mile at a Time

The Frequent Miler

The Flight Deal

The Free-quent Flyer

  • An excellent Just4U offer on Zillions gift cards
    I’ve written several times about “Zillions”-branded gift cards, and the three broad buckets I place them into: fixed-value, loose-variable, and tight-variable. All three can be exchanged for store-specific gift cards, which can then be used or…
    - 1 day ago Jun 25, 2025, 2:51pm -
  • Playing by the rules: taking advantage of two current promotions
    Much of what glamour there is in travel hacking revolves around finding the play in the joints of rewards ecosystems, for the same reason “Ocean’s 11” was about robbing a casino, not staring dead-eyed at a slot machine for 20 hours straight. Th…
    - 14 days ago Jun 13, 2025, 2:00am -
  • Swap expired World of Hyatt free night awards for points
    I recently found myself in the unfortunate position of having to cancel a Hyatt stay booked with a Category 1-7 free night award that was itself just days from expiration. As a reminder, these are awards that you receive after accumulating 60 and 100…
    - 44 days ago May 13, 2025, 9:51pm -
  • Using Fluz as intended: don't sleep on expiring "boosts"
    Over the years I’ve occasionally mentioned on the blog, and described extensively in Subscriber-only Newsletters, Fluz, the third-party gift card merchant. As a reminder, the publicly-available version of the site sells gift cards at hundreds of me…
    - 55 days ago May 2, 2025, 2:36pm -
  • Another domino falls: Giant hikes prepaid debit card fees by 34%
    Over the past few years a lot of travel hackers have migrated to the ease and comfort of manufacturing spend from home. While I do plenty of manufactured spend online, I have persisted in the age-old technique of simply buying and liquidating prepaid…
    - 59 days ago Apr 28, 2025, 8:19pm -
  • Hoarding, rationing, and the next dollar problem
    I have recently found myself in what should be an enviable position for any travel hacker: I’ve booked all my upcoming flights and stays, used up my quarterly and semi-annual credits, and am still sitting on all the miles and points I could conceiv…
    - Mar 12, 2025, 8:14pm -
  • Use airline booking portals to evade VRBO damage deposits
    I like staying in hotels. This isn’t a normative judgment, if anything it’s a confession that like everyone on Earth I’m the product of my upbringing: growing up, when my family traveled we stayed in a chaotic variety of tents, trailers, condos…
    - Feb 19, 2025, 11:25pm -
  • My successful delayed baggage claim through American Airlines and Chase
    On December 24, 2024, American Airlines suffered a nationwide groundstop which naturally resulted in a series of delays. My partner and I were scheduled on a short nonstop flight in the morning that ultimately arrived in the early evening. No sooner…
    - Jan 31, 2025, 7:43pm -
  • Cash, leverage, debt, equity, and the difference between fake and real opportunity costs
    Worth doing with cashMany years ago when I spent more time on the travel hacking circuit, I heard a guest talking about a then-current Office Depot/OfficeMax deal. She exclaimed, “it was worth doing with cash!” This made such an impression on me…
    - Jan 13, 2025, 10:28pm -
  • Upton Sinclair, petty capitalism, and intrusive thoughts
    “It is difficult to get a man to understand something, when his salary depends upon his not understanding it.”I’ve been thinking about that line from Upton Sinclair’s campaign memoir “I, Candidate for Governor,” on and off for the last ye…
    - Jan 12, 2025, 8:24pm -

Well Traveled Mile

  • World of Hyatt FAQ: All Your Questions Answered
    With some of the best elite status benefits across all hotel programs, the World of Hyatt loyalty program is incredibly valuable for travels looking to ... Read moreWorld of Hyatt FAQ: All Your Questions Answered
    - Jan 19, 2021, 8:36pm -
  • Your Guide to Maximizing Hilton Diamond Benefits
    As Hilton Honor's top-tier elite status, Diamond status is stacked with valuable perks for business and luxury travelers alike. This guide covers everything you need ... Read moreYour Guide to Maximizing Hilton Diamond Benefits
    - Jan 6, 2021, 11:50pm -
  • Your Guide to Maximizing Hilton Honors Gold Benefits
    With over 6,300 properties across 18 brands, the Hilton Honors program is one of the largest and most popular hotel loyalty programs. Gold status is ... Read moreYour Guide to Maximizing Hilton Honors Gold Benefits
    - Jan 6, 2021, 11:10pm -
  • New Tool! Compare Credit Card Bonus Offers on a Graph
    We're excited to announce the launch of our new Card Maximizer tool. The idea of the tool is to help you quantitatively compare credit card offers. With ... Read moreNew Tool! Compare Credit Card Bonus Offers on a Graph
    - Mar 26, 2020, 10:18pm -
  • SFO United Polaris Lounge Review
    The new United Polaris lounge at San Francisco Airport (SFO) is one of the world’s largest lounges. On 28,120 square feet (2,612 square meters) you ... Read moreSFO United Polaris Lounge Review
    - Mar 5, 2020, 5:25am -
  • An In-Depth Guide to All 29 Marriott Hotel Brands
    Now that Marriott has merged with SPG and Ritz-Carlton, there are 32 Marriott hotel brands across the world representing more than 6,700 properties. You'll notice ... Read moreAn In-Depth Guide to All 29 Marriott Hotel Brands
    - Mar 5, 2020, 3:44am -
  • Marriott Bonvoy FAQ: All Your Questions Answered in One Place
    Have questions about getting started, earning or redeeming Marriott points? This comprehensive Marriott Bonvoy FAQ goes over everything you should know with answers to all ... Read moreMarriott Bonvoy FAQ: All Your Questions Answered in One Place
    - Mar 4, 2020, 8:19pm -
  • Complete Guide to United MileagePlus [2021 Guide]
    While it's gone through many changes United's MileagePlus remains one of the most valuable airline loyalty programs. Among U.S. frequent flyer programs, United MileagePlus offers ... Read moreComplete Guide to United MileagePlus [2021 Guide]
    - Mar 3, 2020, 8:15pm -
  • How to Get Hilton Gold Status (and Why You Want It)
    Having Gold status with Hilton Honors means you'll get extra perks when you stay at Hilton hotels and resorts. This can amount to savings money ... Read moreHow to Get Hilton Gold Status (and Why You Want It)
    - Mar 2, 2020, 11:25pm -
  • Credit Card Referral Bonus Programs - Refer a Friend to Earn Extra Points
    Want to earn thousands of bonus points or hundreds in cash back just by referring your friends and family to a credit card they'll love? ... Read moreCredit Card Referral Bonus Programs - Refer a Friend to Earn Extra Points
    - Feb 21, 2020, 5:03am -

MileValue

  • How to Book Emirates First Class with Points and Miles
    Emirates first class is a bucket-list item for many travelers seeking luxury flights with points and miles. The aspirational product features onboard showers, onboard bars, luxurious suites, attentive service and extravagant food and beverages. The g…
    - 2 days ago Jun 25, 2025, 9:00am -
  • How to Redeem Delta SkyMiles for Flights to Alaska
    Alaska is a dream-come-true destination for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts alike. With a vast array of national parks, endless opportunities for kayakers and hikers, and the ability to go whale watching or see the northern lights, America’…
    - 9 days ago Jun 18, 2025, 9:00am -
  • What You Should Know About Transferring American Express Membership Rewards to Hilton Hotels
    All information about American Express Green Card, Amex EveryDay® Preferred Credit Card, Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card, The Amex EveryDay® Card and Business Green Rewards Card has been collected independently by MileValue.comAmerican…
    - 16 days ago Jun 11, 2025, 9:00am -
  • How to Redeem American Airlines Miles for Flights to Europe
    Europe is one of the most popular travel destinations for many of us living in the United States, and there are many flight options. On the other hand, there is competition for desirable flights, and award availability is dependent on multiple factor…
    - 23 days ago Jun 4, 2025, 9:00am -
  • How to Transfer Capital One Rewards Miles to Airline and Hotel Partners
    Capital One Miles are flexible currency earned with multiple Capital One credit cards, and Capital One’s program is similar to other banks’ flexible currency programs, such as American Express Membership Rewards and Chase Ultimate Rewards. A big…
    - 30 days ago May 28, 2025, 9:00am -
  • Capital One Miles and How to Use Capital One’s Travel Booking Site
    Capital One—like American Express, Chase and Citi—issues credit cards that offer either cash back or flexible currency rewards.Capital One’s flexible currency, referred to as miles, can be used in different ways, such as buying gift cards, rei…
    - 37 days ago May 21, 2025, 9:00am -
  • A Review of the American Express® Gold Card
    At first glance, the $325 annual fee (see rates and fees) charged by the American Express® Gold Card may seem relatively expensive, especially considering that there are many credit cards that don’t charge any annual fee whatsoever. However, this…
    - 44 days ago May 14, 2025, 9:00am -
  • Do I Have Enough Miles for My First Redemption?
    For those fresh to the points and miles hobby, it’s natural to wonder when you’ll be able to fund your first trip using points. Traveling is an adventure, and doing it for (almost) free makes it even more exciting.However, the answer to the ques…
    - 51 days ago May 7, 2025, 9:00am -
  • Everything You Need to Know About Downgrading a High Annual Fee Card
    All information about the American Express® Green Card and the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card has been collected independently by MileValue.Given generous welcome bonuses and valuable benefits associated with premium credit cards, these…
    - 65 days ago Apr 23, 2025, 9:00am -
  • Best Ways to Book Delta Flights with Citi ThankYou Points
    Citi ThankYou Rewards is an excellent (and often underrated) credit card rewards program. While it’s not as popular as other programs, such as Chase Ultimate Rewards or American Express Membership Rewards, the Citi ThankYou Rewards program has some…
    - 72 days ago Apr 16, 2025, 9:00am -

Frequent Flier

  • Southwest Employees Stage Vaccine Protest at Headquarters and in Court
      Both events happened on Monday, October 18, 2021, as the employees seek an alternative to either accepting the vaccine or potentially losing their jobs. Southwest Pilots Ask Court for Time, While Employees Stage Demonstration The demonstration at…
    - Oct 19, 2021, 6:44pm -
  • Flyer Makes Ill-Advised Stand on Airplane Using Microphone
      A Delta Air Lines passenger learned that the hard way when they attempted to “educate” the passengers about the COVID-19 pandemic during their flight. The moment on the Sunday, October 17, 2021 flight was caught on video thanks to a flyer post…
    - Oct 19, 2021, 6:16pm -
  • Singapore Airlines Plans World’s Shortest A380 Flight
      CNN reports Singapore Airlines will start flying some of their Airbus A380 aircraft between their home airport of Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Singapore Operates Hour-Long Flight For “Operational Reasons” Prior to…
    - Oct 19, 2021, 3:57am -
  • Southwest Denies Employees Subversive Actions to Blame for Network Meltdown
      In a message posted online, airline president and COO Mike Van de Ven outlined the problems that caused hundreds of flights to be cancelled.   “The Weekend Challenges Were Not a Result of Unusual Southwest Employee Activity” In his explanatio…
    - Oct 15, 2021, 3:09pm -
  • Arrivederci Alitalia, Ciao…ITA?
      Reuters reports the airline has flown its last flight, with government-owned airline Italia Trasporto Aereo (ITA) taking over the operations on Friday, Oct. 15, 2021. New Airline, New Owners, Same Alitalia Colors (and Potential Problems) The moder…
    - Oct 15, 2021, 2:42pm -
  • Former 737 MAX Chief Technical Pilot Charged with Fraud
      U.S. attorneys for the Northern District of Texas announced the inditement of 49-year-old Mark A. Forkner on multiple counts of wire fraud and fraud involving aircraft parts in interstate commerce. Forkner: “I basically lied to the regulators (u…
    - Oct 15, 2021, 2:14pm -
  • American and JetBlue Roll Out Reciprocal Elite Benefits
      Both carriers announced which reciprocal rewards their most loyal flyers will get starting immediately. Reciprocal Benefits Include Priority Check-In, Security Screening and Boarding Between the two programs, the benefits are split equally for eli…
    - Oct 14, 2021, 3:12am -
  • Delta Climbs Back to Profitability, Reporting $216 Million Pre-Tax Income
      On the quarter ending September 30, 2021, the airline reported a pre-tax income of $216 million, excluding a $1.3 billion net benefit related to the second Payroll Support Program extension by Congress. SkyMiles Membership Continues to Grow, While…
    - Oct 13, 2021, 10:48pm -
  • What REALLY Caused Southwest’s Massive Weekend Meltdown?
      Immediately, rumors began spreading on the reasons why flights were grounded. While some blamed weather and a lack of staff at air traffic control centers, others claimed unionized pilots were attempting subversive action to protest COVID-19 vacci…
    - Oct 13, 2021, 8:48pm -
  • Marriott “Week of Wonders” Offers Bonuses for Booking Travel
      The hospitality giant launched their second annual “Week of Wonders,” offering limited-time bonuses for those who schedule a stay between October 7 and 14, 2021. “Wonders” Include Discounts, Points Bonuses and Experiences Similar to their…
    - Oct 8, 2021, 12:15am -

God Save the Points

  • Wander.com: Best Luxury Take On Airbnb (With Real Value Too?)
    At first, the big hotel chains of the world laughed off Airbnb and vacation rentals. No seriously, they did. Now, they all compete in the vacation...The post Wander.com: Best Luxury Take On Airbnb (With Real Value Too?) appeared first on God Save Th…
    - 22 days ago Jun 4, 2025, 7:49pm -
  • This Is The Summer To Tick Santorini Off The Bucket List
    Santorini has been overcrowded in recent years, but a quiet season means it’s the perfect time to grab a bargain, or a better experience. It’s June,...The post This Is The Summer To Tick Santorini Off The Bucket List appeared first on God Save T…
    - 23 days ago Jun 3, 2025, 3:31pm -
  • Virgin Atlantic Ups The Ante In India, As The World Dials In
    This week, Virgin Atlantic celebrates 25 years of flying to India. In Virgin fashion, it’s doing so in style, with a joint announcement among partners Delta...The post Virgin Atlantic Ups The Ante In India, As The World Dials In appeared first on…
    - 23 days ago Jun 3, 2025, 3:24pm -
  • Global Airlines Is “Fyre Festival”, Not Virgin Atantic
    Yesterday, a Hi-Fly charter airplane took off from Glasgow bound for New York, with Hi-Fly crews and pilots. If you read the papers, it was purportedly...The post Global Airlines Is “Fyre Festival”, Not Virgin Atantic appeared first on God Save…
    - 41 days ago May 16, 2025, 3:24pm -
  • New Credit Card Sets Annual Fee Dynamically, Based On Benefit Usage
    Among savvy Redditors and credit card blogs, there’s a common thread with many recent credit card changes. “It feels like a coupon book” is often the...The post New Credit Card Sets Annual Fee Dynamically, Based On Benefit Usage appeared first…
    - 86 days ago Apr 2, 2025, 12:12am -
  • What’s Your Airport Dwell Time? A Metric Businesses Think A Lot About
    Dwell time, simply, is how long you spend in an airport, or airport space, before a flight. For most people, it’s not something they’ve ever actively...The post What’s Your Airport Dwell Time? A Metric Businesses Think A Lot About appeared fir…
    - 86 days ago Apr 1, 2025, 12:33pm -
  • Current Business and First Class Deals (Updated MAY 2025)
    We teamed up with our friends at Premium-Flights to make this awesome, live and living deal page for you. Here, you can easily see the latest...The post Current Business and First Class Deals (Updated MAY 2025) appeared first on God Save The Points.
    - 88 days ago Mar 30, 2025, 1:15pm -
  • Final Call: £1657 London-New York Business Class + Hotel Offers
    The baseline for great flight deals has gone up a bit in 2025, but there’s a chance to get around that today with a great British...The post Final Call: £1657 London-New York Business Class + Hotel Offers appeared first on God Save The Points.
    - Mar 17, 2025, 10:43am -
  • Hotel Pool Chairs Reserved With Towels: Curb Your Enthusiasm
    I just returned from one of the better trips I’ve had in a while, which happened to be one of the few times I’ve given into...The post Hotel Pool Chairs Reserved With Towels: Curb Your Enthusiasm appeared first on God Save The Points.
    - Mar 7, 2025, 2:37pm -
  • What Blogs Get Wrong (And Right) About Loyalty Programs, And Why They Matter
    What do we want? More upgrades, more free champagne, more space on the plane, more points for every swipe and the biggest hotel room on the...The post What Blogs Get Wrong (And Right) About Loyalty Programs, And Why They Matter appeared first on God…
    - Feb 13, 2025, 8:09pm -

Frequent Flyer Bonuses

Million Mile Secrets

  • How to Bring Your Social Media Monetization Strategy to Email
    There are many ways to monetize your online presence, including ads on your website, paid posts on social media, or via email. While social media may be newer to the monetization scene than websites, emails, or blogs, it has quickly become one of t…
    - Mar 6, 2025, 3:33pm -
  • A Quick Guide to 7 Key Email Marketing Metrics to Watch
    Maximize your email efforts by tracking these metrics and making adjustments as needed.With the growing number of customer and client interactions online, building and nurturing an email list is extremely important. But — it’s only the beginn…
    - Nov 20, 2023, 9:41pm -
  • How to Choose an Email Newsletter Service
    Email was invented in 1971, and since then, it has completely changed how we communicate with people we know and those we may not know in person. With the introduction of social media in 1997 and the rapid rise and evolution of these channels, it w…
    - Oct 31, 2023, 1:11pm -
  • An Introduction to Forever Funnels
    Imagine sending emails to your list that offer value, increase engagement, and strengthen brand awareness at regular intervals without creating new content for each email — for an unlimited amount of time. Oh! And it’s all done automatically.…
    - Oct 30, 2023, 3:11pm -
  • 9 Signs It’s Time to Switch Email Services
    How to tell if you’ve outgrown your current provider.When it comes to email marketing, the time-tested age-old saying rings true:Your emails are only as good as the service provider sending them.*OK, this isn’t really a time-tested age-old…
    - Oct 27, 2023, 4:54pm -
  • Get Into the Spirit with Free Holiday GIFs and Images
    Have a little fun this holiday season with millions of free stock images and GIFs to add to your emails.Adding fun new images and GIFs is a simple and easy way to bring the holidays into your email marketing. And the best part is that you can qui…
    - Oct 5, 2023, 5:04pm -
  • Optimize Your Email Subject Lines with ChatGPT AI
    You know by now that email marketing is an incredibly powerful tool for staying connected and engaging with your audience, but the success of your email efforts hinges on one crucial detail: whether or not your subscribers are opening your emails.…
    - Oct 5, 2023, 1:22pm -
  • Beat the Algorithms by Turning your Online Audiences into Email Subscribers
    7 actions to take today to convert your audience and grow your email list.Social media and podcasts are incredible platforms for connecting with like-minded people and building a community. A downside of them both, however, is you’re at the whi…
    - Sep 21, 2023, 1:55pm -
  • Holiday Email Campaigns 101 with FeedBlitz
    The holiday season seems to creep up faster and faster as each year passes. And because of this, it’s never too soon to get a jump-start on planning, content creation, and revenue strategizing. This guide covers multiple topics related to all thi…
    - Aug 31, 2023, 5:02pm -
  • Is This Email About My FeedBlitz Account Genuine?
    Bad actors can try to try to steal your login credentials here at FeedBlitz by faking a “your account has been suspended” or similar scary sounding email, which takes you to a copy of our login screen. We’re also seeing some new spins on this,…
    - Aug 30, 2023, 8:52pm -

Nomadic Matt

  • Home and Travel: Why You Can’t Appreciate One Without the Other
    I used to think “home” was a dirty word. Out there — on the road — was where life happened, full of exciting adventures, fascinating people, and endless possibilities. No dreary commutes, 30-minute lunch breaks, mind-numbing meetings, or endl…
    - 9 days ago Jun 17, 2025, 12:07pm -
  • American Express® Business Gold Card Review
    Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions, and Limitations…
    - 15 days ago Jun 11, 2025, 3:04pm -
  • SafetyWing Travel Insurance Review
    Budget travelers love saving money — myself included. But one of the expenses that we shouldn’t be cheap with is travel insurance. After over 17 years of traveling the world, I still never leave home without it. Why? Because I’ve seen firsthand…
    - 24 days ago Jun 2, 2025, 12:00pm -
  • 14 Off-the-Beaten-Path Things to See and Do in Paris
    Paris is filled with famous attractions: the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Versailles, the catacombs, the Pantheon, the Arc de Triomphe, Sacre-Coeur. The list goes on. There are so many amazing sites here that you could spend days (heck, even weeks) just…
    - 27 days ago May 30, 2025, 12:38pm -
  • The Platinum Card® from American Express Review
    Advertiser Disclosure Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. The Platinum Card® from American Express is the OG of pre…
    - 31 days ago May 26, 2025, 9:57pm -
  • The Business Platinum Card® from American Express Review
    Advertiser Disclosure Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. Over the past nineteen years as a business owner, I’ve u…
    - 37 days ago May 20, 2025, 1:36pm -
  • How to Travel on a Budget
    Travel has become really expensive. Post-COVID, the entire world seems to be traveling again and prices just keep rising. I am astonished at how high they have gotten. But it’s a product of rising costs and out-of-control demand. Everyone just want…
    - 38 days ago May 19, 2025, 12:00pm -
  • My Daily Drop Pro Review
    I’m a big fan of Daily Drop. It’s a points, miles, travel, and credit card newsletter created by my friends, Kara and Nate (they run a big YouTube channel of the same name). Daily Drop keeps you informed about the latest news and information arou…
    - 57 days ago Apr 30, 2025, 1:53pm -
  • My Best 51 Travel Tips to Make You the World’s Savviest Traveler
    Travel savviness is a process born of missed buses, foolish behavior, cultural unawareness, and countless tiny errors. eventually, after many lessons learned, you begin to seamlessly move through airports and integrate yourself into new cultures like…
    - 59 days ago Apr 28, 2025, 2:00pm -
  • The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Pompeii
    When I was growing up, I wanted to be an archeologist. I loved history (and still do), and the thought of uncovering temples and tombs in jungles excited me. I used to read books on Greek and Roman history and have discussions with my history teacher…
    - 65 days ago Apr 22, 2025, 12:34pm -

The Hustle Blog

  • Using Miles to Get Myles Home: Tips on Lap Infant Award Tickets
    I haven’t written a post in FOREVER here, but I think this last trip calls for it. Long story short, some medical issues during our Philippines trip forced us to cancel and rebook our flight home within a day’s notice and I’m glad that my stock…
    - Jul 26, 2018, 1:00pm -
  • Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve Annual Fee Worth Paying Over the Preferred?
    The Chase Sapphire Reserve – Can’t ignore the talk of the town. Like I tell all my friends & coworkers, if any major bank is offering a signup bonus of 100,000 points, I’m 99% getting it. It’s a no brainer. Even at a high $450 annual fee (whi…
    - Sep 7, 2016, 12:00pm -
  • Trip Report: Korean Air 747-8i First Class ICN-JFK
    ICN (Seoul Incheon) – JFK (New York) KE 85 06/05/2016 Boeing 747-8i First Class Seats 1A, 1J Well this flight was a full-on treat. We haven’t been in long haul First Class in a few years so it was great to be able to experience 2 of them during…
    - Jun 8, 2016, 11:00am -
  • Last Few Days to Earn 10x Points at Amazon & More via Chase Freedom
    Just a reminder that if you’ve activated this offer from Chase, there are only a few more days to spend up to $1,500 at Amazon, Zappos, Audible & Diapers.com and get 10 Ultimate Rewards per dollar spent. Since I do too much shopping at Amazon and I…
    - Dec 28, 2015, 6:30pm -
  • Citi ThankYou Premier – 60,000 ThankYou Points
    UPDATE 1:50 PM EST: Another link is still up! UPDATE 1:25 PM EST: Original link DEAD! Thank to US Credit Card Guide, the best offer we’ve ever seen for the Citi ThankYou Premier credit card has been discovered! Using this link, you can earn the fo…
    - Aug 28, 2015, 2:45pm -
  • Amex Offer – Spend $300 on Airfare, Get $50 Back
    I just came across this offer while going through my wife’s American Express offers. She seems to get the better ones that I don’t get on either my EveryDay Preferred or Starwood Preferred Guest Business card. Get a one-time $50 statement credit…
    - Jul 22, 2015, 11:00am -
  • Q3 Rotating Bonuses – Chase Freedom & Discover IT
    New quarter, new bonuses! These bonuses will run through September 30, 2015. Chase Freedom Activate here. Most gas stations have gift card racks so this should be an easy $1,500 to spend this quarter. Gas stations Kohl’s Discover IT Activate here.…
    - Jul 1, 2015, 5:20pm -
  • (Dead) Fare Alert: EWR-MEX $140 Round Trip
    UPDATE: Looks like it’s gone as of 12:21 AM EST. Damn, better luck next time folks! As I was randomly browsing flights tonight, I came across what seems like a very cheap fare to Mexico City from Newark. This has to be a mistake since it’s a full…
    - May 30, 2015, 4:00am -
  • Don’t Forget to Track Car Rental Reservations with AutoSlash
    Some people think car rentals can be a lengthy process. For me, I try to keep it as simple as possible. You have two options to use AutoSlash. Search for a car using their site Make your booking elsewhere & use AutoSlash to find better rates The pro…
    - Apr 1, 2015, 11:00am -
  • Last Chance at Chase Freedom Q1 Categories
    As we come up on the end of March, we also come to the end of the first quarter of 2015. With that comes the end of the Chase Freedom 5% bonus categories – grocery stores, movie theaters & Starbucks. Be sure to get all your Q1 spend in by March 31!…
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  • June 2025
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  • May 2025
    T And Me My sister’s name is Tina. Can I remember a time without her? Well, she arrived right before my second birthday. So, literally no memories of a world that doesn’t include her in it. She later became the middle child. And you’d need a su…
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  • April 2025
    Truth Serum Dear Wounded Child In The Body Of A Grownup: It’s not your fault. Well, I mean, plenty of stuff that came later was totally your fault. But that’ll take years to unwrap. Y’know, in the unlikely event that you’re ever willing to lo…
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  • March 2025
    Tips For Online Success The art of staying connected.Pay attention to any alerts coming from your phone. Each and every one of them should be treated as critical. Your device could light up at any moment. So, when it does? Stop whatever you’re doin…
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  • February 2025
    Bad At Flirting Alright, let’s recap the last 5 seconds: I asked, “Excuse me, is the line always this long?” Then she goes: “Yup, best coffee in town!” Pretty sure she looked me in the eyes for an extra two seconds with that warm smile. Or…
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  • January 2025
    Vortex ‘Twas a year so long and stressful. Now over. In the past. Arriving at the holidays My moment’s here at last. This time I won’t be lazy. Scenic hikes and eating right. Will even take an online course And make sweet love at night. The fir…
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  • December 2024
    Truth Or Consequences Phillip is a corporate titan. He rules his kingdom from a corner office in the sky. Imposing square footage? Check.Floor-to-ceiling windows with a view of the water? Obviously. Anxious employees rush in and out each day. Sitting…
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  • November 2024
    Partly Cloudy Man, some weirdos stick like glue to the stuff they like. (Some weirdos = me) Did I drive the same little Toyota for two decades? Yup.Am I now over a dozen trips to Maui in the books? Better believe it.  Do I still carry a Luxor room k…
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  • October 2024
    Take Me Out To The Ball Game I wake up bright and early. Another night spent dreaming of untold riches. I sleep the same way I live – driven, focused…a man and his mission. Sitting up, I exhale any of the doubt that rests in my belly. Inhale the…
    - Oct 1, 2024, 7:31am -
  • September 2024
    Her Autumn Journey This summer with my husband? Dreamy months of endless bliss. Romantic dinners, perfect sunsets Always with a gentle kiss. But seasons change – and so does he. Now it’s time to say goodbye. To my sweet and charming gentleman Who…
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  • Explora Journeys Offers €1,000 Onboard Credit. But You Can Earn additional €300 + 5% savings!
    If you’ve been dreaming of your next Explora Cruise or maybe even your first luxury escape, Explora Journeys—MSC Group’s premium luxury ocean travel brand—has just unveiled a compelling new offer that’s hard to ignore. Their new “Unique S…
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  • Delta to Launch Seattle–Rome and Seattle–Barcelona, Beating Alaska to the Punch
    Delta Air Lines is continuing to assert its dominance in Seattle with the announcement of two new long-haul routes: nonstop service to Rome (FCO) beginning May 6, 2026, and Barcelona (BCN) launching May 7, 2025. These additions expand Delta’s globa…
    - 1 day ago Jun 25, 2025, 5:24pm -
  • Seabourn Antarctica Sale. Patagona, South Georgia and Antarctica form just $9,399!
    Every time I think prices have hit rocked bottom I stumble across a new deal. Deals so good I have to share them. There’s no pretending, I love Antarctica. I’ve been twice on Seabourn alone and these deals are so hot I am trying to convince my pa…
    - 2 days ago Jun 24, 2025, 1:12pm -
  • 33% Off Swan Hellenic Luxury Cruises in Europe
    Swan Hellenic, the boutique cruise line known for its culturally immersive and off-the-beaten-path itineraries, is rolling out a generous new promotion for Summer 2025 and 2026 sailings — and it’s packed with value for both solo and those traveli…
    - 9 days ago Jun 17, 2025, 7:20pm -
  • Seabourn Antarctica 33% off. Now just $9,999
    Are you ready for an awe inspiring 6 star luxury Antarctica Expedition at a 4 star price? We are talking a trip where you can save nearly 33% on you Seabourn trip. If you are free to travel in December 2025 I have the ultimate Seabourn Expedition spe…
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  • Westjet Moves Closer to SkyTeam
    WestJet Airlines, long known for its strong domestic presence in Canada, is quietly transforming into a global player. WestJet has grown across the Atlantic and Pacific with new international services om 787 services over the last several years. In d…
    - 14 days ago Jun 12, 2025, 8:25pm -
  • Alaska Airlines: Seattle–Rome A Great Route or Future Flop?
    Alaska Airlines is finally making its first move across the Atlantic. On June 3, the Seattle-based carrier announced its first-ever European route: Seattle (SEA) to Rome Fiumicino (FCO), launching in May 2026. The new service will operate four time…
    - 20 days ago Jun 6, 2025, 2:08pm -
  • Flash Sale: Lindblad Expeditions Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica
    Travel with the best of the best and save huge. This flash sale ends on 5/31 but you have an opportunity right now to visit South Georgia and prices that most people pay to visit Antarctica only! Prices so low, I am shocked by how good the are. Go wi…
    - 29 days ago May 28, 2025, 1:35pm -
  • Huge Seabourn Discount: Antarctica & Australia
    If you’ve ever dreamed of sipping champagne while watching remote wilderness where few will ever visit, now is your time. You can enjoy watching glaciers calve into the sea or spotting penguins from the deck of a luxury expedition ship, as you choo…
    - 33 days ago May 24, 2025, 1:38pm -
  • Amex Offer: Seabourn and Holland America Cruise Lines
    Extra American Express Reward points are coming easy to those who like to cruise. American Express is already providing bonus points for using your Amex cards on Oceania, but this expires soon. Now you can also earn bonus points when you set sail wit…
    - 38 days ago May 19, 2025, 3:41pm -

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  • newEdinburgh - how long before departure do the checkin desks open?
    Edinburgh - how long before departure do the Turkish check-in desks open? My lady is departing before me on Qatar - and I fly on TK ....wondering if we can grab lounge time together. Thanks G
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    Hi - a very simple question - how long before departure do the Qatar check-in desks open in Edinburgh? Thanks in advance - Gavin
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  • newWhat is there to do when you have 12 hours at IAH?
    The title says it all. I have a 12 hour layover at IAH, mid-July, mid work week, arriving ~0800; departing ~2000. My first line of defense is initiating a SDC on UA. My second line of defense is 12 hours in an UC. Originally, I was hoping to.…
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  • newHas the Platinum Elite express promo happened in the past?
    I'm currently Platinum Elite due to having taken advantage of the promotional offer earlier this year where they offered Platinum Elite for 20k points vs the 50k it usually takes. I'm wondering if they offered similar promotions in the past and...
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  • newDoha Lounge Passes and Guest for Gold Member - Flight departing condition
    Hi, new here. I'm a recently graduated student and a new member of the Gold Class in QR. I will be transiting through Doha in July with my family. We are on the same flights however, my flight departs Doha around 16 hours later than theirs due to me.…
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    Last night I flew ANC-JFK on N812AK, a
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  • newPurchasing a new ticket while in US Pre-Clearance Area?
    Hi everyone, A passenger I know, who travels YUL-LGA today without checked bags, encountered the following scenario at YUL (sequentially): 1.Originally ticketed on a DL flight YUL to LGA. Checked in with DL and went through CATSA security and..…
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  • newPromo: Southwesthotels.com now gives additional RR points for A-List & ALP
    Booking a hotel I see a new page design/interface, and then also notice that in some cases ALP will earn additional points for bookings. I log in as ALP and then only see the ALP point offer. Then I go back to the homepage and see the below...
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  • newWyndham Credit Card Bonus Promotion for Hotel Stays
    For those of you who took advantage of the Wyndham Spring (and there one for the Summer) Hotel Promotion: once registering and staying 2 nights you earn 7,500 points. But if you use your Wyndham Credit Card to pay for the room you earn another 7,500.…
    - 2 hours ago Jun 26, 2025, 8:32pm -
  • newNew Delta lounges in Seattle
    For Seattle fliers/transiters FYI Delta has opened two new lounges across from gate A11. The first floor is a second SkyClub for the airport, which can be accessed as normal for AF flights. The second floor is a premium Delta One lounge with access..…
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  • newNews and Updates Thread - June 26, 2025
    Please post topics for discussion here. While some questions can be used to start a discussion/debate, most questions belong in the question thread unless you love getting downvotes (if that link doesn’t work for you for some reason, the question t…
    - 14 hours ago Jun 26, 2025, 9:05am -
  • newQuestion Thread - June 26, 2025
    This is the thread to post questions about churning for miles/points/cash. Just because you have a question about credit cards does NOT mean it belongs here. If you’re brand new here, please read the wiki before posting. * Please use the search eng…
    - 14 hours ago Jun 26, 2025, 9:01am -
  • newData Points Weekly - Week of June 26, 2025
    This is the Weekly Data Points Central thread ​ In this little hobby of ours, we constantly rely on sharing the experiences and data points by others to optimize our award earning process. From how often you can apply for a card or bank account, to…
    - 14 hours ago Jun 26, 2025, 9:00am -
  • What Card Should I Get? Weekly Thread - Week of June 25, 2025
    Welcome to the What Card Should I Get Weekly Thread, where we try to figure out what card you should get or critique your current plans or AOR if you're doing it that way). Everything is YMMV and these are all opinions. Agree or disagree with your vo…
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  • News and Updates Thread - June 25, 2025
    Please post topics for discussion here. While some questions can be used to start a discussion/debate, most questions belong in the question thread unless you love getting downvotes (if that link doesn’t work for you for some reason, the question t…
    - 2 days ago Jun 25, 2025, 9:05am -
  • Question Thread - June 25, 2025
    This is the thread to post questions about churning for miles/points/cash. Just because you have a question about credit cards does NOT mean it belongs here. If you’re brand new here, please read the wiki before posting. * Please use the search eng…
    - 2 days ago Jun 25, 2025, 9:00am -
  • News and Updates Thread - June 24, 2025
    Please post topics for discussion here. While some questions can be used to start a discussion/debate, most questions belong in the question thread unless you love getting downvotes (if that link doesn’t work for you for some reason, the question t…
    - 3 days ago Jun 24, 2025, 9:05am -
  • Question Thread - June 24, 2025
    This is the thread to post questions about churning for miles/points/cash. Just because you have a question about credit cards does NOT mean it belongs here. If you’re brand new here, please read the wiki before posting. * Please use the search eng…
    - 3 days ago Jun 24, 2025, 9:01am -
  • Bank Bonus Weekly Thread - Week of June 24, 2025
    This is the Weekly Bank Account Bonus Thread. Use it for anything related to bank accounts and bonuses, such as: ​ * Churning mechanisms (DD, etc) * Data points (did bank X bonus arrive) * Other bank account discussions/questions ​ Before asking…
    - 3 days ago Jun 24, 2025, 9:00am -
  • News and Updates Thread - June 23, 2025
    Please post topics for discussion here. While some questions can be used to start a discussion/debate, most questions belong in the question thread unless you love getting downvotes (if that link doesn’t work for you for some reason, the question t…
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  • newAmerican Airlines’ Aging 777 Between Athens and New York Had a Mid-Flight Emergency; Flight Keeps Canceling
    We just returned from a couple of weeks in Europe. I booked the trip around a Princess cruise, which started in Naples, Italy and ended in Athens, Greece. I used...The post American Airlines’ Aging 777 Between Athens and New York Had a Mid-Flight…
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  • new12 Things in Travel You Need to Know Today
    12 Things in Travel You Need to Know Today (This is a recurring post, updated daily with new information): Thursday, June 26 Yesterday’s TSA checkpoint numbers TSA officers screened 2,551,456...The post 12 Things in Travel You Need to Know Today a…
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  • TSA Prepares for Record-Breaking Fourth of July Travel Surge With Tips for Families and Flyers
    Over 18.5 million travelers are expected to take to the skies during the Fourth of July travel period, according to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The travel window runs from...The post TSA Prepares for Record-Breaking Fourth of J…
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  • 10 Smart Things to Do Before Leaving Your House on Vacation
    Did I unplug the iron? Did I leave the hair straightener plugged in? Did I turn off the stove? Did I close the garage door? Vacation is all about unwinding...The post 10 Smart Things to Do Before Leaving Your House on Vacation appeared first on John…
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  • Security Alert: U.S. State Department Just Issued a Worldwide Travel Advisory for American Travelers
    Americans should always be alert when they travel but we need to be especially cautious right now, as the U.S. State Department just issued a worldwide travel advisory. The advisory...The post Security Alert: U.S. State Department Just Issued a Worl…
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  • The Travel Experience Needs an Upgrade – Here’s How You Can Help
    This article was produced in partnership with U.S. Travel Association. We all have a travel wish list. Sure, there are dream destinations and bucket-list adventures—but what about the wish list...The post The Travel Experience Needs an Upgrade –…
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  • How to Conquer Jet Lag
    If you’re a longtime reader of my newsletter (sign up here for free), then you may know that back in the day, my friends used to jokingly call me Johnny...The post How to Conquer Jet Lag appeared first on Johnny Jet.
    - 6 days ago Jun 20, 2025, 11:21am -
  • The Sunglasses That Turn Me Into James Bond on My Travels
    This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our...The post The Sunglasses That Turn Me Into James Bond on My Travels appe…
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  • Why I Switched From a Kindle Oasis to a Kobo Libra Colour
    This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our...The post Why I Switched From a Kindle Oasis to a Kobo Libra Colour appe…
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  • The Travel Accessory I Wish I’d Bought Years Ago
    This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our...The post The Travel Accessory I Wish I’d Bought Years Ago appeared fi…
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