In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke checks in mid-flight on the journey home from a 33-day honeymoon spanning Hong Kong, Fiji, and New Zealand. Recorded aboard an American Airlines Dreamliner en route from Auckland to Dallas, DeAndre shares reflections from the trip, including standout flights, destinations, and booking strategies used along the way.
He highlights flying long-haul business class booked via Qantas using transferred American Express points, offers first impressions of the American Airlines 787 Dreamliner experience, and previews deeper trip breakdowns coming soon. The episode also touches on the official launch of the new Bilt credit cards, noting active discussion and real-time data already surfacing within the community.
As regular programming resumes, DeAndre emphasizes the value of the WhatsApp community, now expanded with a new award-gifting channel designed to help members support one another ethically and in accordance with program rules. The episode closes with gratitude for the community’s support during the honeymoon stretch and excitement for what’s ahead in the new year.
Key takeaways:
- Honeymoon wrap-up: The 33-day journey across Hong Kong, Fiji, and New Zealand is coming to a close.
- Smart redemption: Long-haul business class was booked through Qantas using transferred American Express points.
- Flight experience: American Airlines’ 787 Dreamliner business class delivered a strong premium product overall.
- Milford Sound moment: Flying into Milford Sound via small aircraft was one of the most memorable highlights of the trip.
- Bilt cards go live: New Bilt cards are officially launching, with early data and strategies already circulating.
- Community-first insights: The WhatsApp group remains the fastest source of real-time updates and discussion.
- Award gifting channel: A new, rules-compliant space was created for members to give or request awards responsibly.
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