Frequent Miler on the Air

Gems from our Giant Mailbag | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep347 | 2-27-26

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Feb 27, 2026
They compare odd Southwest seat-map inconsistencies and share tricks to resurrect expiring Southwest credits. They discuss stacking dining credits using restaurant gift cards and warn about merchant changes. They review major loyalty updates like a Hyatt award overhaul, new Wyndham transfer options, and Bilt’s transfer bonus. They answer listener mail with practical travel and points hacks.
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ADVICE

Use Bilt Transfer Bonus To Stock JAL Miles Carefully

  • On March 1 Bilt offers a tiered transfer bonus to Japan Airlines up to 125%, and members can buy up a bonus by spending $135 of Bilt cash.
  • Nick gives examples: 55k JAL one-way business to Japan can become feasible if you hit higher Bilt bonus tiers, but JAL miles expire in 3 years and limit who you can ticket.
ADVICE

Reserve Your DEN Security Slot For Faster Screening

  • Denver (DEN) offers Den Reserve security reservations; Bridget recommends booking a slot after arrival to secure fast security without PreCheck or CLEAR.
  • She reports getting through security in under 10 minutes on a busy holiday afternoon using the reservation.
ADVICE

Buy Restaurant Gift Cards To Bank Dining Credits

  • For Resy or Sapphire Reserve dining credits, buy restaurant gift cards online to bank credits and redeem them later for big meals.
  • Greg cautions to prefer stable, long-established restaurants because venues can unexpectedly close, voiding your gift card use years later.
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