Frequent Miler on the Air The bright side of Hyatt's (potential) Globalist shake-up | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep351 | 3-27-26
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Mar 27, 2026 They debate who would be a plausible buyer for JetBlue and what regulatory hurdles would matter. They react to Amex’s new $295 business card and compare alternatives. They unpack Hyatt’s proposed Globalist changes, weighing milestone-style perks, stacking rules, and possible upsides. They also highlight Bilt updates, a Wyndham points sale, and a handy MealMaxxer dining tool.
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Reader Caught Annual Fee Mistake
- Adam wrote in pointing out FrequentMiler listed Aviator Silver annual fee as $195 but it had been $199 on his statement.
- Greg checked and admitted the site was wrong and corrected the fee after Adam flagged it.
Amex Graphite Seems Uncompetitive
- American Express launched a Graphite Business Cash Unlimited with a $295 fee for 2% back, which Greg and Nick find uncompetitive versus $0–$195 alternatives.
- They compare it unfavorably to Capital One Spark and Chase Ink options with lower fees or better earn rates.
Who Should Buy JetBlue
- JetBlue is seeking a buyer that can clear regulatory approval; United, Alaska, and Southwest are mentioned as likely suitors.
- Nick favors United as most likely given integration, but both hosts note Alaska would be best for points value and network fit.