Frequent Miler on the Air

The 2025 Bonvoyed Awards | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep337 | 12-19-25

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Dec 19, 2025
Discover how Rove is matching Mesa points and whether purchasing IHG Diamond status is worth it. The hosts also dive into this year’s Bonvoyed Awards, highlighting nominees and their top picks. They discuss Chase’s controversial edits to travel points, the impact of Wyndham's split from Vacasa, and the fallout from Mesa’s abrupt shutdown. Plus, get creative tips on using Hilton resort credits effectively. Tune in for lively banter and the latest travel loyalty insights!
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INSIGHT

Chase Edited The Edit, Eroding Trust

  • Chase reduced some Edit properties' points boost from 2x to as low as ~1.65x and now advertises up to 2x, causing confusion.
  • Inconsistent documentation and a short grace period worsened cardholder trust.
ADVICE

Watch Big Changes For Systemic Signals

  • Monitor program-wide devaluations and corporate changes rather than single perks; they often signal broader trends.
  • Use the Bonvoyed list as a lens to compare which changes will affect you most.
ANECDOTE

Emirates Tightened Award Access

  • Emirates limited first-class awards to elites, increased surcharges, and prompted transfer-ratio cuts from partners.
  • Those moves reduced aspirational redemptions and made transfers pricier or unavailable.
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