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The Frequent Miler

  • newReader question: Do we really need to do the math?
    A reader, whom I’ll call Bob to maintain anonymity, recently sent us an email that expressed what I imagine is not an uncommon sentiment, at least among those new to this hobby (and probably even among some of those who have collected points and mi…
    - 1 hour ago Oct 17, 2025, 3:45am -
  • newEat out, earn more: Guide to card-linked dining programs for airlines, hotels & more
    One of the ways to earn points, miles and/or cashback on your everyday spend is to link your payment card(s) to dining programs that offer rewards. When paying for meals at participating restaurants with one of those linked cards, you earn bonus rewa…
    - 5 hours ago Oct 16, 2025, 11:45pm -
  • newCurrent Amex Offers
    This post is designed to show current Amex Offers. If you have any Amex cards, even authorized user cards, then you’re eligible to sign up for offers when you log into your Amex account. If you’re planning to shop or book travel, check this page…
    - 7 hours ago Oct 16, 2025, 9:45pm -
  • newAmex Delta Card Upgrade Offers: Up to 35,000 SkyMiles + $300 statement credit (targeted)
    Amex is targeting some Delta cardholders with spending offers as an incentive to upgrade their Delta Gold and Delta Platinum cards. The upgrade from Delta Gold to Platinum gives you 30,000 SkyMiles and a $250 statement credit. The offer for upgrading…
    - 8 hours ago Oct 16, 2025, 8:45pm -
  • newKroger: Earn 4x fuel points on 3rd party gift cards; fixed-value Visa & Mastercard gift cards
    Kroger is again running a promotion that awards 4x fuel points on third-party gift cards and fixed-value Visa and Mastercard gift cards when purchased online and in-store. Be careful, though, as this time there are two different start and end dates.…
    - 9 hours ago Oct 16, 2025, 7:45pm -
  • newGet $200 back on Qatar Airways flights with new Amex Offer
    There is a new, targeted Amex Offer that’s good for $200 back when you spend $850 or more with Qatar Airways, with the caveat that the flight has to be booked through Amex Travel®. For those looking for 2025-2026 travel, this could be a useful acc…
    - 10 hours ago Oct 16, 2025, 6:45pm -
  • newSingapore Airlines: Long haul premium economy to/from the US starting at 36K
    Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer is out with its latest list of “Spontaneous Escapes,” which are discounted award redemptions that are only good for travel in the following calendar month. There are several routes available to/from North America this…
    - 11 hours ago Oct 16, 2025, 5:45pm -
  • newAvianca LifeMiles on sale with a 165% Bonus (1.25 cents each)
    Avianca has another bonus available on LifeMiles purchases; this time it’s up to a maximum of 165%. That brings the cost per mile down to 1.25 cents, which is just below our reasonable redemption value for LifeMiles of 1.3 cents each. At this price…
    - 12 hours ago Oct 16, 2025, 4:45pm -
  • newEarn up to a $715 bonus with a new SoFi checking/savings account
    SoFi has recently increased a stackable offer that can give you up to $715 back when opening a new checking/savings account. The shopping portal Swagbucks is offering a 41,500-point (~$415) bonus for opening a new SoFi Checking/Savings account by cli…
    - 13 hours ago Oct 16, 2025, 3:45pm -
  • newWyndham Vacation Club doubling award prices for Hawaii properties (last day to book)
    Along with Vacasa Vacation Rentals and Cottages.com, Wyndham Vacation Club is one of the best uses of Wyndham Points, allowing members to book condos (usually with full kitchens) for as few as 7,500 points per night. A member of Frequent Miler Inside…
    - 15 hours ago Oct 16, 2025, 1:45pm -

The Flight Deal

The Free-quent Flyer

  • My experience requesting missing Just4U points
    The Albertsons/Safeway Just4U program has, for whatever reason, chosen to print rewards so aggressively that it’s oddly become of my main sources of value over the last few years. That being said: not everything always goes right.Two weekends ago I…
    - 19 days ago Sep 27, 2025, 11:07pm -
  • Robinhood shutdown part 2: involuntary liquidations, refunds, and Robinhood's clawback fantasy
    Last month I wrote about my initial experience having my Robinhood account closed: two of my positions were liquidated, and my Robinhood Gold membership was briefly canceled, then restarted, which allowed me to continue to earn interest on my substan…
    - 43 days ago Sep 3, 2025, 6:26pm -
  • My Robinhood shutdown experience: Part 1
    I’ve written several times about my various experiences using Robinhood, the app-based investing platform. I’ve found it useful over the years primarily for three purposes:Manufacturing debit card transactions in order to trigger rewards on high-…
    - 58 days ago Aug 19, 2025, 7:42pm -
  • My experience paying to liberate US Bank Flexperks credit through American Airlines
    Two of my oldest credit cards are my US Bank Flexperks Travel Rewards card and my American Express Hilton Honors Surpass card. My reasons for holding them over the years have changed, as you’d expect given how long I’ve been playing this game.The…
    - 87 days ago Jul 21, 2025, 8:11pm -
  • 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…
    - 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…
    - 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…
    - 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…
    - 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…
    - 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 -

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

  • Will You Find Last Minute Award Space?
    Many points and miles enthusiasts recommend searching for award flights when the booking window first opens—typically between 330 and 362 days in advance depending on the airline—and/or close to desired travel dates to secure better award availab…
    - 23 days ago Sep 24, 2025, 9:00am -
  • How Much Are Southwest Rapid Rewards Points Worth?
    If you aren’t familiar with Southwest Airlines, it’s the fourth largest carrier in the United States by several metrics. Southwest developed as a low-cost carrier and has operated differently than the so-called “big three” U.S. carriers (Amer…
    - 37 days ago Sep 10, 2025, 9:00am -
  • Basics of United MileagePlus
    Given that United Airlines is one of the largest United States-based carriers, many travelers will have opportunities to fly on United and its partners and participate in the MileagePlus program. To get the most from the program, it’s important t…
    - 51 days ago Aug 27, 2025, 9:00am -
  • How Much Are United MileagePlus Miles Worth?
    Earning points and miles is relatively straightforward, but the redemption side can be more challenging and complicated.Most of us share the desire to obtain good value for our points and miles, but it’s hard to know what that means given constant…
    - 51 days ago Aug 27, 2025, 8:55am -
  • What Is an Open Jaw Itinerary? When and How to Use Open Jaws
    If you don’t know what an open-jaw itinerary is and haven’t booked flights this way, you’re not alone.The simplest way to think about an open jaw is that it represents a gap without flights at some point in an itinerary. A common use is for tw…
    - 79 days ago Jul 30, 2025, 9:00am -
  • Redeeming American Airlines Miles for International Travel
    If you want to use American AAdvantage miles for your next international trip, there are numerous options. Award availability and award rates vary significantly depending on where and when you want to travel, how far in advance you’re planning the…
    - 86 days ago Jul 23, 2025, 9:00am -
  • How to Maximize Domestic Award Redemptions Using Citi ThankYou Points
    If you’re interested in booking flights within the United States and have Citi ThankYou® Points, there are more options than you might have considered. Let’s start with some background.ThankYou Points are flexible currency earned through the Ci…
    - 100 days ago Jul 9, 2025, 9:00am -
  • 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…
    - 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’…
    - 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…
    - Jun 11, 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

  • A Flight Only Bookable With Points Offers Amazing Winter Sun
    I often tell people that the best unkept secret with Avios is, in fact, the Avios app. Separate to the British Airways app, the Avios app...The post A Flight Only Bookable With Points Offers Amazing Winter Sun appeared first on God Save The Points.
    - 78 days ago Jul 31, 2025, 1:41pm -
  • My First “New” Chase Sapphire Reserve Travel Redemption Blew My Mind
    There’s… a lot… of coverage surrounding the revamped Chase Sapphire Reserve Card. As per usual these days, the hot takes are plentiful and people are fired...The post My First “New” Chase Sapphire Reserve Travel Redemption Blew My Mind app…
    - Jul 1, 2025, 10:56am -
  • 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…
    - 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…
    - 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…
    - Jun 3, 2025, 3:24pm -
  • Global Airlines Is “Fyre Festival”, Not Virgin Atlantic
    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 Atlantic appeared first on God Save…
    - 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…
    - 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…
    - 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.
    - 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 -

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

  • Taking a Historical Walk Through Paris with Context Travel
    I love walking tours. Long time readers know I always recommend doing them first thing when you’re in a city. It doesn’t matter the type you do. Food, history, art – whatever! Just do something. They’re an incredible way to learn about a dest…
    - 23 days ago Sep 24, 2025, 12:19am -
  • Beyond the Beaten Path: Spain’s Hidden Villages and Untamed Landscapes
    Spain has long been associated with sun-drenched beaches, vibrant cities, and world-famous cuisine. While Barcelona, Madrid, and Ibiza are famous for a reason, the true soul of Spain is often found in its remote corners. One of the areas I love the b…
    - 29 days ago Sep 18, 2025, 12:52pm -
  • A 10 Day Itinerary Down Sweden’s Coast
    There’s nothing like Sweden in the summer. Light hangs in the air for hours, boats nose through island-studded bays, and cafés spill onto sidewalks as Swedes take advantage of the fleeting warm weather.  With so much of the year spent in the cold…
    - 30 days ago Sep 16, 2025, 8:06pm -
  • How to Explore Ludington, Michigan
    This is a guest post by Raimee Iacofano from Raimeetravel. Growing up in Michigan, Ludington was THE place to be. Every summer, my family would pack up the car, blast some classic rock (think Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac, and the occasional Lynyrd Skynyr…
    - 52 days ago Aug 26, 2025, 12:18am -
  • The Best Ruin Bars of Budapest
    Ruin bars are all the rage in Budapest and have been around since the founding of Szimpla Kert, the mecca of all ruin bars, in 2002. These bars are built in Budapest’s old District VII neighborhood (the old Jewish quarter) in the ruins of abandoned…
    - 58 days ago Aug 20, 2025, 12:37pm -
  • Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express 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. If you fly Delta frequently and want to earn toward elite status while enjoying…
    - 58 days ago Aug 20, 2025, 12:36pm -
  • Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express 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. If you fly a few times a year, you know the pain points: baggage fees that add u…
    - 58 days ago Aug 20, 2025, 12:14pm -
  • Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express 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. For Delta loyalists who want a VIP experience, the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Amer…
    - 58 days ago Aug 20, 2025, 11:49am -
  • My 31 Favorite Places to Visit in the USA
    From sea to shining sea, the United States is a very diverse country – both when it comes to culture and natural beauty. I’ve traveled across the continental United States many times over (you never really realize how big Texas is until you drive…
    - 60 days ago Aug 18, 2025, 10:00am -
  • 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…
    - Jun 17, 2025, 12:07pm -

Pointscentric

milenerd

  • October 2025
    Legendary Speeches: The 2025 Edition I have a dream. That little black boys and little black girls will sit at the same table with little white boys and little white girls… While never once making eye contact. Because no child will be able to look…
    - 16 days ago Oct 1, 2025, 7:26am -
  • September 2025
    New Hire Thank you so much for coming in. Your reputation precedes you. And, quite frankly, this resume was head and shoulders above anything we expected to receive. I’m the goat. Um, yes indeed. Well, as you know, we hope to gain some of your expe…
    - 46 days ago Sep 1, 2025, 7:00am -
  • August 2025
    Star Of The Shop Confession time… I occasionally get my eyebrows threaded. Yup, that’s right. Deal with it, manly men. Congrats on your ability to chew glass and spit out nails. I realize that you can eat fire and fart out handcrafted wooden furn…
    - 77 days ago Aug 1, 2025, 7:00am -
  • July 2025
    Easy as A, B, C If I had a son, maybe I’d write him a letter. Might even use an “A through Z” type of format… Allow things to affect you.Why? Because it’ll happen regardless. So you can put up a big, exhausting fight to bury your feelings.…
    - Jul 1, 2025, 9:23am -
  • June 2025
    Blind Date Hi, excuse me. So sorry to bug you. But, um, are you… Yes, I am. Wait, you’re Jennifer? Really? Are you sure?   I’m quite certain. Oh, wow. Of course you are, yeah. Not trying to be awkward here. Just caught me by surprise that you…
    - Jun 1, 2025, 9:05am -
  • 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…
    - May 1, 2025, 7:00am -
  • 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…
    - Apr 1, 2025, 7:20am -
  • 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…
    - Mar 1, 2025, 8:00am -
  • 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…
    - Feb 1, 2025, 8:00am -
  • 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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  • Find the Best Local Tours and Attractions: 3 Top Platforms to Try
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  • Scenic River Cruise Review + Special Deals
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  • Last Call: Redeem Alaska Atmos Points for LATAM Flights Today
    Big news for Alaska Airlines  frequent flyers, aka Mileage Plan members. I mean Atmos Award members. Alaska Airlines and partnership with LATAM is coming to an end today and with it, your ability to redeem Atmos Rewards points for flights across Sou…
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  • Save an Extra 5% on Explora Journey Cruises + $1300 in Onboard Credits
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  • Deal Alert: Swan Hellenic The Slavery Coast Cruise from Senegal to Ghana
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  • Save 20% at Hyatt Centric Hotels
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  • Alaska Airlines BOGO Seoul Deal
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  • Save 10% on Viator Tours & Local Experiences
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  • newNews and Updates Thread - October 16, 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…
    - 20 hours ago Oct 16, 2025, 9:05am -
  • newQuestion Thread - October 16, 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…
    - 20 hours ago Oct 16, 2025, 9:01am -
  • newData Points Weekly - Week of October 16, 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…
    - 20 hours ago Oct 16, 2025, 9:00am -
  • News and Updates Thread - October 15, 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 Oct 15, 2025, 9:05am -
  • What Card Should I Get? Weekly Thread - Week of October 15, 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…
    - 2 days ago Oct 15, 2025, 9:00am -
  • Question Thread - October 15, 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 Oct 15, 2025, 9:00am -
  • News and Updates Thread - October 14, 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 Oct 14, 2025, 9:05am -
  • Question Thread - October 14, 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 Oct 14, 2025, 9:01am -
  • Bank Bonus Weekly Thread - Week of October 14, 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 a questi…
    - 3 days ago Oct 14, 2025, 9:00am -
  • DMV Meetup Saturday, October 25th @ 12pm
    Where: Solace Outpost (Falls Church, VA) When: Saturday, October 25th @ 12:00 PM Quick FAQ: Who attends these? Anyone and everyone is welcome! We usually have quite the mix of people. What does everyone talk about? Anything! Churning, traveling, job…
    - 4 days ago Oct 13, 2025, 1:40pm -

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  • newWhat Travelers Need to Know During the Government Shutdown
    I flew twice right when the government shutdown began and wrote about the experience. Overall, things were fairly normal. Still, the longer the shutdown lasts, the more potential there is...The post What Travelers Need to Know During the Government…
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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, October 16 Furloughed Air Traffic Controller Urges Lawmakers To Make...The post 12 Things in Travel You Need to Know Today appeared…
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  • 4 Family-Friendly Italian Restaurants in Chicago
    Our thanks to Choose Chicago for hosting our visit so we could write this detailed review of our experience. This summer, we spent a jam-packed four nights in Chicago on...The post 4 Family-Friendly Italian Restaurants in Chicago appeared first on J…
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  • New: How to Double Your Marriott Bonvoy Points on Your Next Trip
    If you’re a loyal Marriott Bonvoy member then you will want to know they just launched a global promotion that makes it super easy to rack up extra points while...The post New: How to Double Your Marriott Bonvoy Points on Your Next Trip appeared f…
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  • Runaway Hose Causes Jet Fuel Chaos at DFW Airport
    Have you ever had a garden hose slip from your hands and start flying around out of control, spraying you and everything in its way? Well, imagine if that hose...The post Runaway Hose Causes Jet Fuel Chaos at DFW Airport appeared first on Johnny Jet…
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  • Europe’s New Border Rules: What Travelers Need to Know
    Starting tomorrow (Sunday, October 12), travelers heading to Europe’s Schengen Zone will notice a few new steps when crossing the border. The European Union is rolling out the Entry/Exit System...The post Europe’s New Border Rules: What Traveler…
    - 5 days ago Oct 12, 2025, 1:46am -
  • Helicopter Crash Near Huntington Beach Hotel Shakes Up Coastal Event Weekend
    A weekend of sunshine and sleek aircraft turned tragic in Huntington Beach after a helicopter went down near a popular hotel on Saturday afternoon. According to ABC News, five people...The post Helicopter Crash Near Huntington Beach Hotel Shakes Up…
    - 5 days ago Oct 12, 2025, 1:17am -
  • 4 Smart Home Essentials Every Traveler Should Have
    If you ask me, there are four must-have tech gadgets every traveler should have at home. Over the years, I’ve learned that peace of mind while traveling often comes down...The post 4 Smart Home Essentials Every Traveler Should Have appeared first…
    - 8 days ago Oct 8, 2025, 11:34pm -
  • Hotel Review: The Milo in Santa Barbara Offers Travelers a Beachfront Boutique Escape
    Our thanks to The Milo for hosting our stay so we could write this detailed review of our experience. This post contains references to products from one or more of...The post Hotel Review: The Milo in Santa Barbara Offers Travelers a Beachfront Bout…
    - 8 days ago Oct 8, 2025, 6:46pm -
  • Amazon Prime Big Deal Days: Top Tech, Travel and Home Essentials on Sale
    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 Amazon Prime Big Deal Days: Top Tech, Travel and Home Essentia…
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