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    The Frequent Miler

    • newFlying electric ferries in the Maldives, debit cards with phone insurance and RIP SeatGuru (Saturday Selection)
      Flying electric ferries are coming to the Maldives, a full list of debit cards that provide cellphone insurance, and what can fill the SeatGuru-shaped hole in our hearts? All that and more in this week’s Saturday Selection, our weekly round-up of i…
      - 1 hour ago Nov 8, 2025, 11:45pm -
    • new15x at lululemon today via Rakuten
      Shopping portal Rakuten is offering 15x / 15% back today for purchases via lululemon. That could make today a great day to make a purchase if you have quarterly credits to use for lululemon purchases. The Deal Shopping portal Rakuten is offering 15x…
      - 6 hours ago Nov 8, 2025, 6:45pm -
    • newPursuing the long game with coupon credits, new elite status, and more [Week in Review]
      Last night, I fell victim to the coupon creep. No, that isn’t a person lurking in the shadows with a fistful of coupons, but rather that we way overspent in order to use credits. We had an overnight in Los Angeles. Our kids had been asking about vi…
      - 13 hours ago Nov 8, 2025, 11:45am -
    • newHilton Honors to launch a new top-tier elite status?
      Currently, Hilton Honors has four different elite statuses (five, if you count Lifetime Diamond): Blue, Silver, Gold, and Diamond. Mid- and top-tier Hilton elite status is one of the easiest to obtain in the industry; multiple credit cards provide Go…
      - 23 hours ago Nov 8, 2025, 1:45am -
    • Hyatt Regency Seattle: Bottom Line Review
      The Hyatt Regency Seattle Downtown is the newest Hyatt property in Seattle. The 45-story property cost almost half a billion dollars to build, and opened in December 2018 to modest fanfare. Unfortunately, it was just getting on its feet when the pand…
      - 1 day ago Nov 8, 2025, 12:45am -
    • 5 rewarding ways to book paid hotel stays | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep331 | 11-6-25
      In today’s episode of the Frequent Miler on the Air podcast, we’ll talk about the Bilt card 2.0 that’s coming, we’ll reveal a trick for finding Air France award availability, and talk about 5 ways to super-stack your hotel bookings. 5 rewardi…
      - 1 day ago Nov 7, 2025, 11:45pm -
    • Best Credit Card Offers for November 2025
      Which rewards credit card is right for you? Find the best publicly available credit card offers all on this one page. We'll show you the best credit cards for spend, frequent flyer miles, hotel points, cash back, and more.The post Best Credit Car…
      - 1 day ago Nov 7, 2025, 10:45pm -

    The Flight Deal

    The Free-quent Flyer

    • My Robinhood shutdown experience: Part 3, resolving my IRA transfer stalemate
      I’ve been chronicling my Robinhood shutdown story over the past few months (Part 1, Part 2) as my taxable positions were liquidated and the balance in my taxable account was “refunded” to the various debit cards I’d used to liquidate my manuf…
      - 5 days ago Nov 3, 2025, 9:36pm -
    • 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…
      - 42 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…
      - 66 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-…
      - 81 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…
      - 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 -

    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

    • Southwest Companion Pass Guide
      The Southwest Airlines Companion Pass has been one of the most valuable and easy-to-earn perks in the airline industry for years. This benefit, which can be earned either by flying a certain number of segments on Southwest Airlines or by accumulating…
      - 4 days ago Nov 5, 2025, 10:00am -
    • What You Need to Know About Chase Travel℠
      If you’ve opened the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card or the Chase Sapphire Reserve® to take advantage of a welcome bonus, you probably know that, in addition to a list of perks, you have access to Chase Travel℠, an online booking platform for Ch…
      - 10 days ago Oct 29, 2025, 3:22pm -
    • 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…
      - 46 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…
      - 60 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…
      - 74 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…
      - 74 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…
      - 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…
      - 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…
      - 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 -

    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.
      - 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

    • My Top Gifts for Travelers for the Holidays
      Travelers can be a fickle group of people to buy gifts for. We’re constantly coming and going, we usually don’t carry a lot of stuff with us, and no two travelers are alike. Finding the perfect gift for the traveler in your life can be tricky. Wh…
      - 3 days ago Nov 5, 2025, 2:00pm -
    • Holafly eSIMs: A Better Way to Stay Connected When You Travel
      When you’re traveling, staying connected is essential. Whether you’re figuring out the best route to your hostel, finding a place to eat, or translating a train schedule or menu, having reliable data makes life on the road infinitely easier. I st…
      - 11 days ago Oct 28, 2025, 9:04pm -
    • 7 Common Travel Myths That are WRONG
      Far too many people believe the notion that travel is expensive, unsafe, and impossible unless you are rich. They couldn't be more wrong. In this post, I break down the most common travel myths that are keeping people from taking the plunge and livi…
      - 13 days ago Oct 27, 2025, 11:00am -
    • How to Find the Perfect Apartment for Vacation Rentals
      Renting an apartment is a great way to balance the privacy of a hotel with the cost of a hostel. You get immersed in a local environment and have access to a host who can answer all your questions. If you're on the fence about using the sharing econo…
      - 13 days ago Oct 27, 2025, 10:16am -
    • How to Find a Cheap Car Rental
      I love road trips. You get in car and can just head off anywhere you want. There’s a freedom to a road trip that you can’t get with trains (and, don’t get me wrong, I love train travel too). Small towns, beautiful parks, historic buildings….w…
      - 19 days ago Oct 21, 2025, 12:00pm -
    • The Best Airbnb Experiences in New York City
      There’s a lot of tours in New York City (I’ve highlighted my favorites here) but I think one thing people don’t do enough of is Airbnb experience. Most of us know Airbnb through their stay features but they also have a lot of experiences where…
      - 20 days ago Oct 20, 2025, 6:43am -
    • The Best Airbnb Experiences in Paris
      There’s a lot of walking tour companies in Paris. I’ve taken hundreds (I’ve reviewed my favorite tour companies in this post). Besides formal tours, there’s another thing I love to do in Paris: Airbnb Experiences. Airbnb Experiences are like…
      - 20 days ago Oct 20, 2025, 6:38am -
    • 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…
      - 46 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…
      - 52 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…
      - 53 days ago Sep 16, 2025, 8:06pm -

    The Hustle Blog

      Pointscentric

      milenerd

      • November 2025
        Photo-Op It was a perfect Las Vegas weekend. She hit every one of her football bets. Literal perfection. As for me? I scarfed down a month’s worth of red meat, lost my voice, and almost came close to breaking even. Good times were had. The memories…
        - 8 days ago Nov 1, 2025, 7:03am -
      • 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…
        - 39 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…
        - 69 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…
        - 100 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 -

      Doctor of Credit

      Hustler Money Blog

      • Believe Savings Review: 3.80% APY (0.10% APY for Charity) (Nationwide)
        Available nationwide, Believe, a division of Regent Bank is offering 3.80% APY when you open a Savings Account. Open a high-yield savings account & support a nonprofit. Update 11/4/25: The rate has decreased to 3.80% APY from 4.05%. This account offe…
        - 4 days ago Nov 4, 2025, 3:35pm -
      • Discover Bank Promotions for November 2025: Earn Up to 4.05% APY Savings, CD
        Interested in banking with Discover® Bank? Find the latest Discover Bank promotions, offers, and bonuses here. Update 11/4/25: The 12 CD rate has increased offering up to 4.05% APY. There is no minimum to open a CD account. Discover Online Savings…
        - 4 days ago Nov 4, 2025, 2:29pm -
      • Discover Bank CD Review: Earn Up To 4.05% APY CD Rates
        Discover® Bank is one of the largest banks mostly known for their credit cards, but you can earn competitive rates when opening a Discover® CD account – Discover is offering Certificates of Deposits (CDs) with rates up to 4.05% APY. This rate is…
        - 4 days ago Nov 4, 2025, 2:17pm -
      • HSBC Premier Checking Bonus: Up to $3,500 Offer
        Here you’ll find the latest HSBC premier checking offers and promotions – you can earn up to a $3,500 cash bonus after meeting qualifying activity! With the HSBC Premier checking account, get international services and benefits tailored for globa…
        - 5 days ago Nov 3, 2025, 6:23pm -
      • Jenius Bank Savings Review: 4.20% APY (Nationwide)
        Available nationwide, Jenius Bank Savings Account is offering an outstanding 4.20% APY rate. Update 11/3/25: You an currently earn a highly competitive rate! Sign up today! About Jenius Bank Savings Unlike other banks, Jenius Bank™ challenges the e…
        - 5 days ago Nov 3, 2025, 6:01pm -
      • AlumniFi Credit Union Savings Review: Up to 4.30% APY (Nationwide)
        Available nationwide, the AlumniFi Credit Union Savings Account is offering a phenomenal up to 4.30% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) rate on your funds. Federally Insured by NCUA. Update 11/3/25: The rate has decreased to 4.30% APY from 4.50%. This ac…
        - 5 days ago Nov 3, 2025, 5:52pm -
      • Bank of America Business Advantage Checking Cash Bonus Offer
        When you open a new Bank of America Business Advantage checking account and complete the eligible requirements, you’ll have the opportunity to earn a $200 cash bonus offer. See offer page for more details. Update 11/3/25: Bank of America is offerin…
        - 5 days ago Nov 3, 2025, 5:18pm -
      • DCU Primary Savings Review: Earn Up to 5.00% APY (Nationwide)
        Available nationwide, the DCU Primary Savings Account is offering a phenomenal up to 5.00% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) rate on balances up to $1,000. Federally Insured by NCUA. Update 10/3/25: The rate has decreased to 5.00% APY from 5.50%. DCU is…
        - 5 days ago Nov 3, 2025, 4:20pm -
      • Capital One $250 Checking Bonus (Nationwide)
        You can earn a $250 bonus when you open a Capital One checking account. Update 11/3/25: For a limited time, Capital One is currently offering a $250 checking bonus after meeting the simple requirements! To qualify for the bonus, simply Open 360 Check…
        - 5 days ago Nov 3, 2025, 3:56pm -
      • BMO Bonus: $400 Checking Offer – Ends 1/28/26
        You can earn a $400 checking bonus when you open a new qualifying account with BMO with qualifying activities. To earn the BMO checking cash bonus*: Open a new BMO Smart Advantage Checking Account and get a $400 cash bonus* when you have a cumulative…
        - 5 days ago Nov 3, 2025, 3:28pm -

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      • FAA Orders Nationwide Flight Cuts: These Airports Are Affected
        Starting Friday at 12:01 AM ET, the FAA will mandate airlines to slash 10% of scheduled flights at the 40 busiest U.S. airports. the FAA will do it for them. This marks the first nationwide capacity reduction since the 2019 shutdown, and it’s going…
        - 2 days ago Nov 6, 2025, 9:06pm -
      • United: FAA Mandated Schedule Trim, Refund, Rebooking Option
        FAA will cap traffic at 40 airports starting Friday. United will target non-hub domestic routes and offer refunds to any traveler who wants out. FAA Announces Traffic Reduction The US government shutdown has finally spilled over into airline schedule…
        - 2 days ago Nov 6, 2025, 2:41pm -
      • UPS Plane Crashes After Takeoff Near Louisville Airport
        A UPS MD-11 crashed after takeoff in Louisville, prompting a shelter-in-place and an airport shutdown as crews fought a large fire. Details are still developing. Background A UPS cargo jet crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville Muhammad Ali In…
        - 4 days ago Nov 4, 2025, 11:52pm -
      • IHG Destined: Unlock Luxury Perks and Earn Points
        IHG launched Destined in January 2025 replacing its former program, IHG Luxury and Lifestyle. This its new luxury and lifestyle program with similar benefits. Think of it as IHG’s answer to Virtuoso or Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts or even similar to…
        - 4 days ago Nov 4, 2025, 11:37pm -
      • Hyatt Prive: Guaranteed Upgrades, Breakfast, and More
        Hyatt Prive offers exclusive benefits to Hyatt’s most important guests without the need of elite status. Privé is Hyatt’s exclusive program only available when booking through a preferred travel agent. Or book it yourself via our booking portal,…
        - 5 days ago Nov 3, 2025, 3:45pm -
      • Passion, Dedication, Continuity: The Future of Travel Codex
        Scott Mackenzie and His Incredible Legacy The creator of Travel Codex and HackMyTrip, Scott Mackenzie has been an incredible force in the travel space specifically with regard to miles and points. Through Travel Codex, Scott was able to create amazin…
        - 8 days ago Oct 31, 2025, 5:39pm -
      • Sail Royal Caribbean, Silversea, or Celebrity Cruises & Earn Elite Status
        FINALLY, the cruise industry is taking a play from airline loyalty and award programs and allowing you to earn elite status by cruising with other partner cruise lines. As many cruise lines have multiple cruise lines within their ownership structure,…
        - 10 days ago Oct 29, 2025, 2:17pm -
      • So Long, and Thanks for All the Memories
        It’s with mixed feelings that I share with you today that I am passing the torch at Travel Codex. Kyle Stewart, a regular contributor to Live and Let’s Fly and a previous contributor to Travel Codex, will be taking my place as Editor in Chief. Th…
        - 12 days ago Oct 27, 2025, 3:00pm -
      • New British Airways Miami Lounge Review
        British Airways just gave Miami flyers a major upgrade and I was able to visit just a few weeks after opening. The brand new British Airways lounge is the airlines largest lounge in the United States and it’s stunning! At 13,000 square feet, there…
        - 15 days ago Oct 24, 2025, 9:46pm -
      • Alaska Airlines Considers Seattle to Bangkok
        Alaska Airlines has been steadily growing its international footprint from Seattle with new routes to London, Reykjavik, and Rome since the merger with Hawaiian airlines. Alaska Airline has also relocated some flights between Honolulu and Tokyo and S…
        - 19 days ago Oct 20, 2025, 8:18pm -

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        • News and Updates Thread - November 07, 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 Nov 7, 2025, 10:05am -
        • Question Thread - November 07, 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…
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        • Frustration Friday Weekly Thread - Week of November 07, 2025
          This is your place to vent about the points and miles game. ​ - Did you have a particularly hard time on your MS run this week? - MS avenue dry up? - Did you screw up getting a bonus? ​ Let all your frustrations go here in this thread! submi…
          - 2 days ago Nov 7, 2025, 10:00am -
        • Built a tool that analyzes your actual spending and calculates your top three credit card matches
          Hey everyone, I built PerkPath to ingest your actual spending and calculate your top three cards that will net you the most annual rewards value. It considers your total spending and category spending, then gives you your top three matches. I got si…
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        • News and Updates Thread - November 06, 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 Nov 6, 2025, 10:05am -
        • Question Thread - November 06, 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 Nov 6, 2025, 10:01am -
        • Data Points Weekly - Week of November 06, 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…
          - 3 days ago Nov 6, 2025, 10:00am -
        • News and Updates Thread - November 05, 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…
          - 4 days ago Nov 5, 2025, 10:05am -
        • Question Thread - November 05, 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…
          - 4 days ago Nov 5, 2025, 10:00am -
        • What Card Should I Get? Weekly Thread - Week of November 05, 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…
          - 4 days ago Nov 5, 2025, 10:00am -

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        • Over 800 Flights Canceled Today: What to Do If Your Flight Gets Delayed or Canceled
          The ongoing government shutdown has led the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to direct airlines to reduce schedules at 40 major airports (here’s the list). The move addresses staffing shortages among...The post Over 800 Flights Canceled Today…
          - 1 day ago Nov 7, 2025, 3:00pm -
        • 12 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): Friday, November 7 Over 800 Flights Canceled Today: What to Do...The post 12 Things in Travel You Need to Know Today appeared first on Johnny…
          - 2 days ago Nov 7, 2025, 9:01am -
        • Travel Fail: Overloaded Luggage Cart Plunges Into Water
          A short video (embedded below) has surfaced from what appears to be Sanur Harbour in Bali. It shows why travelers shouldn’t overpack and take steep ramps. In the footage, two...The post Travel Fail: Overloaded Luggage Cart Plunges Into Water appea…
          - 2 days ago Nov 6, 2025, 7:26pm -
        • British Airways to Offer Free Starlink Wi‑Fi to All Passengers
          In a positive move for in‑flight connectivity, British Airways has announced that starting in 2026 it will roll out complimentary high‑speed Wi‑Fi powered by Starlink on every aircraft in every...The post British Airways to Offer Free Starlink…
          - 2 days ago Nov 6, 2025, 1:25pm -
        • FAA to Cut Flights at 40 Major U.S. Airports Starting Tomorrow Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown
          With the government shutdown dragging into another week, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced plans to reduce air traffic by 10% at 40 of the nation’s busiest airports beginning tomorrow...The post FAA to Cut Flights at 40 Major U.S…
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        • The Busiest Travel Day of the Year Is Coming—Here’s How to Prepare
          If you’re planning to fly this Thanksgiving, get ready, airports are about to get busy. According to Cirium, an aviation analytics company, Thanksgiving Sunday, November 30, will be the busiest...The post The Busiest Travel Day of the Year Is Comi…
          - 3 days ago Nov 5, 2025, 9:28pm -
        • How Much Do You Tip Housekeeping When You Stay at a Hotel in the United States?
          There was once a popular thread on Threads from a guy who goes by the handle @profitsandpoints. He has 678 comments after asking: “How much do you tip housekeeping when...The post How Much Do You Tip Housekeeping When You Stay at a Hotel in the Un…
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        • This Week’s Travel Contests
          Who doesn’t love the chance to win a contest – especially when it has to do with travel? This page will be updated weekly to keep you in-the-know about great...The post This Week’s Travel Contests appeared first on Johnny Jet.
          - 5 days ago Nov 4, 2025, 12:00pm -
        • SeatGuru Is Gone But You Can Still Visit the Old Site and a Top Competitor
          I used to be afraid to fly and one of the reasons was that when I first started traveling, I didn’t know the big difference between a middle seat in...The post SeatGuru Is Gone But You Can Still Visit the Old Site and a Top Competitor appeared fir…
          - 5 days ago Nov 3, 2025, 9:35pm -
        • 10 Air Travel Pet Peeves and How To Deal With Them
          On my early morning walk one day, I came across a middle-aged lady listening to an audiobook on speaker at full volume. It was so loud and rude, I had...The post 10 Air Travel Pet Peeves and How To Deal With Them appeared first on Johnny Jet.
          - 8 days ago Nov 1, 2025, 11:19am -

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