Frequent Miler on the Air

1:00 Giant Mailbag 5:32 What crazy thing . . . 8:25 Mattress running the numbers: Is Marriott's targeted 22.5K offer worth chasing? https://frequentmiler.com/targeted-marriott-bonvoy-promotions/ 16:41 Main Event: Rewards that can't wait https://frequentmiler.com/end-of-year-checklist/ https://frequentmiler.com/amex-airline-fee-reimbursements-still-works/ https://frequentmiler.com/rumor-ihg-to-extend-free-night-certs-but-too-late-for-most/ https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-instant-status-match-challenge-from-ihg-hilton-hyatt-and-accor/ 38:06 Post roast: Isn't the Verizon credit card a total snoozer? Did Nick miss his chance to roast a prime cut? 49:06 Question of the week: How can I get just a few Membership Rewards points ASAP? https://frequentmiler.com/verizon-visa-mini-review-good-choice-for-verizon-wireless-customers/ Don't forget to like, subscribe, leave a comment, and turn on notifications if you'd like to know about the latest content. Thank you! 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

00:27 Giant Mailbag gets lost in the mail 1:01 What crazy thing did IHG do this week? Extending free night certificates in the most confusing way possible. https://frequentmiler.com/rumor-ihg-to-extend-free-night-certs-but-too-late-for-most/ 8:24 Mattress Running the Numbers: Is it worth the time to do a survey to get 10K Hilton points? 13:13 Main Event: Chase Ultimate Rewards: More ultimate than before https://frequentmiler.com/chase-to-add-air-canada-aeroplan-as-transfer-partner/ https://frequentmiler.com/chases-secret-transfer-partners/ https://frequentmiler.com/resources/ https://frequentmiler.com/air-canada-aeroplan-guide/ https://frequentmiler.com/latam-pass-a-sweet-spot-to-south-america-hiding-in-chases-secret-transfer-partners/ 50:36 Post Roast: Nick roasts Greg for Marriott post https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-devalues-homes-villas-point-redemptions-bonvoyed/ 54:33 Greg roasts Nick on purchase protection https://frequentmiler.com/amex-purchase-protection-to-the-rescue/ 1:03:05 Question of the Week: How do I use the rest of my Amex airline fee credits? https://frequentmiler.com/amex-airline-fee-reimbursements-still-works/ Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment below! 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

00:31 Giant Mailbag: A blast from the past about Delta systemwide upgrades 2:39 What crazy thing did Delta do this week? https://frequentmiler.com/delta-boosts-elite-status-boosts-for-2021/ 6:38 Mattress running he numbers: Choice 50K promo update https://frequentmiler.com/get-50k-choice-points-free-night-with-500-all-inclusive-booking/ 10:50 Main Event: American Airlines miles now worth more. So how can you get a bunch of miles? https://frequentmiler.com/american-airlines-ends-international-change-fees-united-plans-to-match/ https://frequentmiler.com/aa-introduces-elite-choice-rewards/ 47:03 Post Roast https://frequentmiler.com/perry-lane-hotel-savannah-luxury-collection-marriott-bottom-line-review/ 54:44 Question of the Week: How do you get a single room for four people in London? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment. 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

00:20 Giant Mailbag 3:28 Bonus segment: Free gift for readers/listeners 6:14 What crazy thing did American Airlines do this week? https://frequentmiler.com/american-ai... 12:07 Mattress Running the Numbers: Are the Marriott / Hilton transfer bonuses worth it? https://frequentmiler.com/american-ai... https://frequentmiler.com/40-transfer... 14:58 Main Event: Hyatt top tier status is easier than ever https://frequentmiler.com/wow-hyatt-s... https://frequentmiler.com/ludicrously... 56:20 Greg's top picks: How high should the World of Hyatt credit card be? Should existing cardholders cancel and re-apply? https://frequentmiler.com/top-current... 1:01:56 Post Roast: No tips on how to get the Sears ThankYou Mastercard? https://frequentmiler.com/store-credi... 1:07:36 Question of the Week: What might be asked on an Amex Financial Review and how should I answer? 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

0:27 Reader feedback: The opposite of the "joy of free" is "the pain of fees". 6:11 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? First up: ThankYou points devaluation https://frequentmiler.com/citi-devalues-thankyou-points-transfers-to-shop-your-way-lose-20-bonus/ 12:04 Next crazy thing: Amex hides away 10x earnings on Platinum card. 14:17 link: https://frequentmiler.com/yes-your-new-platinum-card-is-earning-10x-where-appropriate/ 16:59 What crazy thing triple header! What happened to Delta this week? 21:10 Mattress running the numbers: Choice promo for 2K / 5K points for 2 or 3 night stays https://frequentmiler.com/choice-hotels-promo-stay-2-nights-earn-2000-points-stay-3-nights-earn-5000-points/ 23:32 Rocking Cyber Monday: Avoid the stress, beware the hype https://frequentmiler.com/amazon-discount-with-membership-rewards-points/ https://frequentmiler.com/awesome-amex-offer-get-8-points-per-dollar-at-amazon/ https://frequentmiler.com/awesome-amex-offer-get-8-points-per-dollar-at-amazon/ https://frequentmiler.com/targeted-3x-10x-chase-spending-offers-on-a-plethora-of-cards/ https://frequentmiler.com/citi-cards-5-back-for-online-shopping-november-24-30/ 51:41 Post Roast Feeling thankful: https://frequentmiler.com/feeling-thankful-in-2020/ 57:00 Question of the Week: Can you take back a suite night award and then get a do-over on the upgrade request? Should you? Music credit: Annie Yoder Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment!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

00:17 Reader feedback: Can't leave a Stitcher podcast review? 2:21 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? A triple header! 1) Citi (3:26) 5% cash back for online purchase with a (semi) working registration website - stack with other deals https://frequentmiler.com/citi-cards-5-back-for-online-shopping-november-24-30/ 2) Barclays (8:35) Crazy spending offers for existing cardholders! 60K points/miles with $3K spend - without a new credit card! https://frequentmiler.com/wow-amazing-barclays-spending-offers-via-email/ 3) Choice privileges (14:23 Redeem fewer points for gift cards....except it doesn't work (and it's a bad deal anyway) 16:09 Mattress running the numbers: Is the Choice 70K points promo at all-inclusive resorts worth a mattress run to Mexico (or somewhere else?) https://frequentmiler.com/70k-points-with-500-all-inclusive-booking-via-choice-privileges/ 27:01 Main Event: Free points. Free money. Just ask. https://frequentmiler.com/chase-sapphire-reserve-retention-offer/ https://frequentmiler.com/my-575-phone-call-complete-in-20-minutes/ 52:44 Post Roast: Cash app. Are the wins way too small to care? https://frequentmiler.com/stop-sleeping-on-the-cash-app/ 58:28 Question of the Week: Which card(s) should Kathy use to pay a $10K tuition bill right now? https://frequentmiler.com/best-credit-card-sign-up-offers/ 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

00:26 Giant Mailbag: Don't fly over the head of the beginners 6:16 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? Amex is wasting money marketing Canadian cards to us. 9:44 Mattress running the numbers: Are the Marriott spending offers actually a good deal? https://frequentmiler.com/bonvoy-business-amex-offer-spend-20k-get-25k-bonus/ 22:01 Main Event: The amazing 250,000-point offer https://frequentmiler.com/incredible-125k-10x-platinum-offer-for-some-targeted/ https://frequentmiler.com/my-plan-for-maximizing-the-incredible-amex-platinum-offer/ https://frequentmiler.com/big-new-75k-offers-pick-5x-office-supply-or-1-5x-everywhere/ https://frequentmiler.com/huge-new-100k-offers-on-jetblue-plus-business-cards/ 1:10:50 Post Roast: Did Greg get the top 8 hotel credit cards wrong? https://frequentmiler.com/best-hotel-credit-cards/ 1:17:32 Question of the Week: Could opening a "lesser" Amex card help you get rid of the no-bonus-for-you pop-up? Don't forget to like, subscribe and comment - thanks! 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

Topics & timestamps: 00:08 Giant Mailbag: Were we wrong about the Hyatt credit card spend promo? 3:28 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? Now redeem Shop Your Way points for gift cards in useful denominations! https://frequentmiler.com/shop-your-way-gift-cards/ 8:53 Mattress Running the Numbers: Which card should you be using for grocery right now? https://frequentmiler.com/targeted-3x-10x-chase-spending-offers-on-a-plethora-of-cards/ 18:48 Main Event: Manufacturing spend and cash with buyers clubs https://frequentmiler.com/is-a-buyers-club-a-good-idea-for-you/ 47:41 Post roast Greg roasts Nick: Credit card cewll phone insurance https://frequentmiler.com/cell-phone-insurance-success-lessons-learned/ Nick roasts Greg: Pandemic battle: Chase Sapphire Reserve vs Amex Gold https://frequentmiler.com/pandemic-battle-sapphire-reserve-vs-amex-gold/ 1:00:04 Question of the Week: Are Simon Mastercards any good? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment!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

00:23 Mammoth Mailbag: FrequentMiler.com is ours! Some great swag can be yours. https://frequentmiler.com/frequentmiler-com-is-ours-celebrate-w-huge-swag-giveaway/ 8:23 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? Chase targets the old Hyatt credit card with a spending offer not available on the new cards. Why?? https://frequentmiler.com/legacy-hyatt-card-offer-spend-4000-get-category-1-4-free-night-cert-spend-by-12-31-20/ 11:47 Mattress Running the Numbers: Is the offer for a Hyatt Cat 1-4 free night certificate for $4K spend a no-brainer? 20:22 Main Event: Delta Diamond Devalued, but not destroyed https://frequentmiler.com/is-delta-loyalty-still-worth-pursuing-on-my-mind/ https://frequentmiler.com/delta-torpedos-skymiles-value-for-partner-awards/ https://frequentmiler.com/delta-eliminates-domestic-change-fees-on-all-but-basic-economy-tickets https://frequentmiler.com/delta-status-match-challenge/ 43:42 Post Roast https://frequentmiler.com/planning-for-a-miles-points-afterlife/ 51:00 Question of the Week 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

00:54 Giant mailbag 3:01 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/citi-prestige-gets-5x-bonus-for-online-cable-streaming-up-to-7500-points/ 7:21 Mattress running the numbers: IHG's targeted free night offer https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/targeted-ihg-offers-earn-free-night-certificate-or-bonus-points/ https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/ihg-buy-renew-ambassador-membership-then-stay-once-get-40k-free-night-certificate-cert-expires-4-30-21/ 16:46 Best rewards for stuff-seekers https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/great-value-for-non-travel-rewards/ Additionally, for those interested in reading more about the Bank of America options: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/bank-of-america-rewards/ 55:06 Post Roast https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/top-current-credit-card-offers/ https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/virgin-atlantic-mastercard-65k-offer/ https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/now-2x-3x-on-groceries-stack-with-travel-credit-and-pay-yourself-back/ 1:02:53 Question of the Week: Can you refer your spouse to two Amex cards and get two bonuses? Don't forget to like & 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