Frequent Miler on the Air

00:15 Giant Mailbag: Misdirected mail 2:44 What crazy thing...did Staples do this week? 6:02 Main Event: Delta Roars Back https://frequentmiler.com/exciting-enhancements-for-deltas-top-tier-elites-on-my-mind/ https://frequentmiler.com/delta-now-shows-upgrade-certificate-availability-in-search-results/ https://frequentmiler.com/delta-upgrade-availability-showing-for-award-miles-cash-flights-too/ https://frequentmiler.com/awesome-new-delta-card-offers/ 29:09 Mattress running the numbers: Is it worth spending $90K on a credit card for Delta Platinum status this year? https://frequentmiler.com/passing-the-guc-greg-gives-global-upgrades-to-nick-with-a-catch/ 50:21 Post Roast: Is it really worth spending on Delta cards? Why can't you gift a Marriott certificate? 1:00:42 Question of the Week: Can you name 5 airlines that allow you to share miles?Mentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network

00:37 Giant Mailbag: Google Fi limited to 30 days abroad 4:01 What crazy thing....did the IRS do? https://frequentmiler.com/judge-rules-some-credit-card-rewards-earning-activity-is-taxable/ 18:21 Mattress running the numbers: Hyatt Bonus Journeys Q2 https://frequentmiler.com/new-world-of-hyatt-promo-2k-points-every-2-nights-2-5k-for-cardholders-with-q2-bonus-journeys/ 32:00 Main Event: Sweet-spot awards come home https://frequentmiler.com/my-top-dream-uses-for-110k-brex-points/ https://frequentmiler.com/emirates-sweet-spot-awards-first-class-from-30k-round-trip/ 55:28 Post Roast (Nick Roasts Greg about Brex) https://frequentmiler.com/brex-bonus-110k-transferable-points-without-a-credit-inquiry/ 1:01:48 Post Roast (Greg roasts Nick about Marriott and Hyatt posts with duplicated content) https://frequentmiler.com/combining-marriott-awards-certificates-and-paid-nights-for-a-single-booking/ https://frequentmiler.com/mix-free-night-certs-points-paid-nights-with-hyatt-pay-my-way/ 1:07:23 Question of the Week: Will getting a Chase card I had before cause the bank to cancel all my credit cards? Join our email list and follow us on social media. Go to https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ Music credit: Annie YoderMentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network

00:40 Giant Mailbag: "It's like a 21c hotel on steroids" 3:52 What crazy thing...did Nick's wife do this week? 10:07 Mattress running the numbers: Last call for a Hyatt mattress run https://frequentmiler.com/ludicrously-easy-path-to-hyatt-globalist-status-top-tier-status-for-2-years/ https://frequentmiler.com/hyatt-cash-or-points-worksheet/ 16:50 Mattress running the numbers: Planning your Marriott mattress run https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-launches-easy-elite-status-for-2021-and-cheaper-saver-awards/ https://frequentmiler.com/official-word-marriott-mixed-paid-award-stays-will-earn-double-credit/ 22:20 Main Event: Delta devaluations and sweet spots https://frequentmiler.com/delta-miles-are-worth-less-on-my-mind/ Delta devaluation for partners to Europe: https://frequentmiler.com/ouch-big-delta-devaluation-on-partner-awards/ 40:12 Good uses of Delta miles: https://frequentmiler.com/best-uses-for-delta-miles/ 50:45 Post Roast: I spy with my little eye...missing updates from the SeatSpy post! https://frequentmiler.com/seatspy-an-awesome-tool-for-finding-ba-and-virgin-award-flights/ https://frequentmiler.com/lie-flat-to-hawaii-how-to-use-seatspy-to-find-saver-awards/ 55:58 Question of the Week: Does it make sense to get a VPN or Google Fi for a 4-month trip abroad? Follow us on social media, and join our Frequent Miler Insiders group, and join our email list at: https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ Music credit: Annie YoderMentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network

3:08 Audience Feedback 4:33 Mattress Running the Numbers: Best Western elite status with just 3 stays https://frequentmiler.com/best-western-slashes-elite-requirements-for-2021/ 9:06 Main Event: Extreme stacking gone wrong https://frequentmiler.com/hugely-profitable-rewarding-the-motley-fool-subscription-with-amex-offer/ https://frequentmiler.com/amazing-looking-motley-fool-offers-that-arent/ https://frequentmiler.com/stack-drop-chase-boa-offer-for-56-or-more-in-profit/ https://frequentmiler.com/1800flowers-extreme-stacking/ https://frequentmiler.com/walmart-plus-savings/ https://frequentmiler.com/shopathome-honoring-walmart-deal-if-youre-persistent/ For more on the good old says (this no longer works), see: https://frequentmiler.com/sears-and-kmart-extreme-stacking/ 37:05 Post Roast: Is Nick wrong about the Companion Pass? https://frequentmiler.com/companion-pass-with-a-single-southwest-credit-card/ 42:10: Post Roast: Why did Greg publish a Schwab Platinum cash out guide? https://frequentmiler.com/how-to-convert-amex-membership-rewards-to-cash-with-the-schwab-platinum-card/ 46:35 Question of the Week: If it sounds too good to be true, how do we know it isn't? https://frequentmiler.com/7500-points-or-75-cash-new-new-checking-account-with-1-deposit-at-betterment-via-rakuten/ https://frequentmiler.com/my-experience-setting-up-a-new-llc/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ Like, subscribe, and ding the notification bell to find out when we post new content! Music credit: Annie YoderMentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network

00:22 Giant Mailbag https://frequentmiler.com/a-trip-down-the-turkish-miles-smiles-rabbit-hole/ 4:52 What crazy thing....double header! 5:29 What crazy thing did Marriott do this week? Marriott launched a new promo, but many members have been unable to register. https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-launches-easy-elite-status-for-2021-and-cheaper-saver-awards/ For the tip about customizing payments to mix some paid and some award nights: https://frequentmiler.com/bet-didnt-know-maximizing-marriotts-5th-night-free-longer-stays/ 10:46 What crazy thing....did Delta do this week? https://frequentmiler.com/delta-one-way-flights-from-only-2000-skymiles-from-4500-for-transcontinental/ 14:19 Main Event: Amex changes the game https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-amex-cards-enhancements-for-2021-dining-wireless-and-spend-bonuses/ https://frequentmiler.com/hilton-cards-enhancements-for-2021-dining-wireless-and-spend-bonuses/ https://frequentmiler.com/delta-cards-enhancements-for-2021-dining-wireless-status-boost-and-delta-spend-bonuses/ https://frequentmiler.com/amex-gold-10-uber-benefit-now-live/ https://frequentmiler.com/amexs-preemptive-retention-credits-mark-a-strategy-shift/ 37:36 Post Roast: Greg's turn https://frequentmiler.com/the-perfect-hyatt-mattress-run/ 41:14 Post Roast: Nick's turn https://frequentmiler.com/big-new-75k-offers-pick-5x-office-supply-or-1-5x-everywhere/ 48:47 Question of the Week: Can you double up on Hyatt elite night credits by cancelling the credit card and re-applying? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment! Go to https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ to join our email list / follow us on social media. Music credit: Annie YoderMentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network

00:24 Giant Mailbag 2:03 What crazy thing did....Spirit Airlines do? https://youtu.be/U8CRj6t3KuU 9:17 Mattress running the numbers: The Motley Fool https://frequentmiler.com/hugely-profitable-rewarding-the-motley-fool-subscription-with-amex-offer/ 21:22 Main Event: Is Chase dropping the hammer on manufactured spending? https://frequentmiler.com/updated-chase-business-card-cash-like-transaction-terms-what-it-might-might-not-mean/ 38:10 Post Roast (Greg roasts Nick) https://frequentmiler.com/united-flights-now-from-3k-miles-each-way-making-for-cheaper-excursionist-perks/ https://frequentmiler.com/saving-thousands-of-miles-with-united-excursionist-perk/ 44:11 Post Roast (Nick roasts Greg) https://frequentmiler.com/brex-bonus-110k-transferable-points-without-a-credit-inquiry/ 48:29 Question of the Week: Is the Turkish sweet spot for United domestic flights gone? https://frequentmiler.com/turkish-miles-smiles-complete-guide/ Don't forget to like, subscribe, comment, and turn on notifications! To join our email list, go to https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe Music credit: Annie YoderMentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network

00:36 Giant Mailbag / What crazy thing did Chase do this week? 8:49 Mattress running the numbers: Is the Wyndham nights + points + coupon deal worth mattress running? https://frequentmiler.com/wyndham-timeshare-offer-199-for-3-night-stay-15000-points-100-coupon/ https://frequentmiler.com/wyndham-timeshare-presentation-survival-guide-get-your-no-face-on/ 14:51 Main Event: No such thing as a free upgrade: Passing the GUC https://frequentmiler.com/passing-the-guc-greg-gives-global-upgrades-to-nick-with-a-catch/ Resource mentioned: https://frequentmiler.com/delta-global-upgrade-certificates-partner-airlines/ 40:00 Post Roast: Greg wrote abut a "perfect" non-mattress run, but was it even a mattress run? https://frequentmiler.com/the-perfect-hyatt-mattress-run/ 43:41 Post Roast: Greg roasts other bloggers for being excited about the new Free Spirit. Nick defends Spirit. https://frequentmiler.com/spirit-goes-revenue-based-makes-elite-status-easier-with-new-free-spirit-program/ 54:25 Question of the Week (#1): Will mobile check-in work for a no-contact Hyatt mattress run? 56:03 Question of the Week (#2):Is an Amex referral shutdown forever? 1:01:49 Question of the Week (#3): How do I keep my Membership Rewards points alive? https://frequentmiler.com/keep-points-alive/ Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave us a comment! Join our email list at https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ Music credit: Annie YoderMentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network

00:47 Giant Mailbag: Marriott's elite benefits guarantee is back https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-spg-elite-benefits-guarantee/ 9:59 What crazy thing.....did First Tech do this week? https://frequentmiler.com/first-tech-federal-credit-union-referral-offer-get-100-for-both-parties/ 13:46 Mattress Running the Numbers: Double points with Choice Privileges https://frequentmiler.com/choice-privileges-promo-earn-2x-bonus-points-on-stays-through-2-28-21/ 18:13 Main Event: The year of the mattress run https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-launches-easy-elite-status-for-2021-and-cheaper-saver-awards/ https://frequentmiler.com/shortcuts-to-marriott-platinum-elite-status/ 47:00 How does Marriott's promo compare to Hyatt's? 50:00 If you were to mattress run either Marriott or Hyatt for elite status, which would it be? https://frequentmiler.com/which-marriott-elite-benefits-apply/ https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-bonvoy-complete-guide/ https://frequentmiler.com/hyatt-launching-excellent-new-promo-3x-4x-points-plus-double-elite-nights-but-in-an-unexpected-way/ 1:13:49 Why aren't we talking about Hilton or IHG? 1:16:20 Post Roast https://frequentmiler.com/the-year-of-the-mattress-run-top-tier-status-in-6-programs-in-48-nights/ 1:19:36 Question of the Week: Does it make sense for a big spender to keep the old Marriott card or should they upgrade to the Ritz? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Join our email list at FrequentMiler.com/Subscribe Music credit: Annie YoderMentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network

00:23 Giant Mailbag: Choosing Marriott elite nights over suite nights. https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-choice-benefit-valuations-which-to-pick/ 8:15 What crazy thing did Amex do this week? -Random Hilton free nights -Extra Dell credits that aren't correct 14:37 Mattress running the numbers: Should Greg really transfer Membership Rewards points to Hilton? 24:14 Main Event: Amex races out of the gate. What's next? https://frequentmiler.com/amex-adds-30-monthly-paypal-credit-to-platinum-card-for-6-months/ https://frequentmiler.com/great-amex-offers-for-personal-platinum-cardholders/ https://frequentmiler.com/amex-biz-plat-cardholders-5x-gas-station-wireless-office-supply-shipping-and-advertising/ https://frequentmiler.com/amex-offer-spend-500-get-25-10-times/ 1:04:51 Post Roast Nick roasts Greg over Delta elite status https://frequentmiler.com/gregs-delta-elite-plans-for-2021/ 1:12:01 Greg roasts Nick over the Southwest Companion Pass https://frequentmiler.com/is-the-southwest-companion-pass-still-worth-it-in-2021/ 1:17:55 Question of the Week: Do you earn elite nights when booking through The Hotel Collection from Amex? https://frequentmiler.com/hacking-hyatt-prive-for-the-win-in-new-york-city/ Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment! Music credit: Annie YoderMentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network

1:03 Pop quiz 3:17 Giant Mailbag: Letter from LarryinNYC 5:48 What crazy thing did Marriott do this week? The round-around we got over a member-to-member transfer. 11:50 Mattress Running the Numbers: Is it worth subscribing to the Motley Fool just to earn the 7500 Ultimate Rewards points? https://frequentmiler.com/7500-ultimate-rewards-points-with-99-motley-fool-subscription/ 17:18 Main Event: 2020's Deal of the Year https://frequentmiler.com/maximizing-chase-pay-yourself-back/ https://frequentmiler.com/wow-amazing-barclays-spending-offers-via-email/ https://frequentmiler.com/ludicrously-easy-path-to-hyatt-globalist-status-top-tier-status-for-2-years/ https://frequentmiler.com/wow-17k-business-class-to-from-europe-on-iberia-through-march-2021/ https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-bonvoy-boundless-5-free-nights-should-you-go-for-it/ https://frequentmiler.com/incredible-125k-10x-platinum-offer-for-some-targeted/ https://frequentmiler.com/big-new-75k-offers-pick-5x-office-supply-or-1-5x-everywhere/ https://frequentmiler.com/hsbc-600-bank-account-bonus-available-with-easier-requirements/ https://frequentmiler.com/airlines-eliminate-change-fees-aa-alaska-delta-united/ https://frequentmiler.com/amex-refer-a-friend-three-for-all/ 1:02:01 Post Roast https://frequentmiler.com/loyalty-alchemy-convert-citi-to-choice-9k-to-15k/ https://frequentmiler.com/use-your-expiring-ihg-free-night-for-status-match-opportunities/ 1:08:13 Question of the Week: Isn't 5x Ultimate Rewards better than 5x Marriott, Southwest, or United? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment! Join our email list: https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ Music credit: Annie YoderMentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network