Let’s be clear…learning the “rules” associated with miles, points, and credit cards can be extremely overwhelming and confusing. Rest assured you are not alone. Today, in my continuing series to answer reader questions…
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Jamal is an avid points collector. He chronicles his adventures with his wife and daughter and focuses on simplifying topics such as improving credit, credit cards points, and mileage redemptions.
When Jamal isn’t providing you with awesome travel content, he enjoys scuba diving, high thread count sheets, and a good game of pickleball.
Marriott Now Offering Platinum Status (& Welcome Bonus) Just For Having The Credit Card
This hobby just gets better by the day! Earlier this week, we discussed the Marriott Bonvoys intriguing new welcome bonus – 5 free nights in lieu of the typical points welcome bonus. Well, if you’re a…
How To Remove A Closed Credit Card From Your Citi Bank Online Profile (3 Easy Steps)
Recently, I wrote about “refreshing” my wallet. Personally, I had not planned for a global pandemic, so my current portfolio of cards was a bit heavy with travel benefits that were not being utilized. Unfortunately…
Amex Transfer Bonus: 40% To Hilton And Marriott But Is It A Good Choice?
One thing that I love about American Express are their transfer bonuses and right now they are offering two interesting bonuses to Hilton and Marriott Hotels. During “normal” times, the bonuses present an opportunity to save points on a redemption, but we are in COVID times, so are they a good choice?
Uganda Airlines’ A330neo Leaves Paintshop (& It’s A BEAUTY)
We are all familiar with the big global airlines, but there is something exciting about rooting for the success of the “underdog.” For the past two years I’ve been watching Uganda Airlines and I’m excited about…
Reminder: Chase Ultimate Rewards Offering 20% Bonus On Southwest Airlines Point Transfer
Chase Ultimate Rewards is at it again as they just launched a transfer bonus to Southwest Airlines. Chase isn’t particularly known for points transfers as this is only…
HEADS UP: My Favorite Amex Card Is Offering An Increased Welcome Bonus (60,000 Points & 6 Months To Meet Minimum Spend)
American Express Membership Reward points are (arguably) the most valuable points on the market. And the best way to obtain MR points is by obtaining a card that earns the transferrable currency. Personally, I love using the American Express…
6 More Months: Alaska Airlines Delays Oneworld Alliance Introduction
In February 2020, Alaska Airlines made a surprising announcement that it would be joining Oneworld Alliance. Then, in July 2020, the carrier announced that it would join Oneworld in late 2020. Then…
8 Reasons Chase Sapphire Preferred Should Your First Credit Card
My introduction into the ‘credit card world’ was being approved for a secure credit card. After I improved my credit, I was able to apply for my first “real” credit card. Interestingly, I applied for my first real card NOT because of the card benefits but because…
Reminder: Save $75 By Staying At Marriott Properties (up to 30% Savings)
Perhaps, I should start these posts by saying “If you haven’t checked your Amex Offers lately, you may want to do that ASAP” because American Express has been offering some amazing discounts lately!
The Numbers Are In: Nearly 1 Million Passengers Transit TSA Checkpoints On Average Daily
Over the course of the pandemic, I’ve written several times about the daily number of passengers transiting domestically though TSA check points and compared the numbers to the daily amount of passengers that were…
Leading From The Front: Hyatt Extends Free Nights And Point Expirations (Again)
At the beginning of the year, Hyatt was the first to announce they would be making several customer-friendly moves including flexible cancellation policy for guests, extending elite status by a year, and extending the expiration dates for…
Chicago Seminars Go Virtual In 2020
In 2009, one of the premier ‘miles and points’ events was held at the Holiday Inn in Elk Grove, Illinois (near Chicago O’Hare Airport) called the Chicago Seminars. Ten years later, the annual event is still going strong and…
Amex Offer Reminder: Receive +5 Points (Per Dollar) By Shopping At Amazon (Pssstt…Prime Day Is Today)
Perhaps, I should start these posts by saying “If you haven’t checked your Amex Offers lately, you may want to do that ASAP” because American Express has been offering some amazing discounts lately!
Marriott Bonvoy Introduces Intriguing Welcome Bonus (5 Free Nights) But Should You Apply?
A few days ago, I posted a guide to the Marriott Bonvoy program. While doing the research and condensing the information for the blog, I noticed something that I had never seen before. Did you notice….
Approved! The New Credit Card I Have Added to My Wallet
Recently, I wrote about my credit card strategy and the next set of credit cards that I am most interested in applying for. Well, I have good news as I applied and have been approved for the…
PSA: Southwest Airlines Nationwide Sale, Flights From $39, Check Your Reservations
There’s A LOT to be said for an airline that goes against the grain of oppressive traditional air travel and offers better perks than its competitors. Or perhaps, words aren’t necessary when you are voted “2019 Program of the Year”, “2019 Best Customer Service”, and “2019 Best Redemption Availability” by frequent fliers around the world…
How To Earn A Lot Of Points For Takeout Dining
Let’s face it, COVID-19 has changed everyday life for everyone. Many people that have never cooked a day in their life have been forced to go to the grocery store and buy a lot of noodles and marinara sauce. If you’ve been eating that for more than a day, you’ve probably determined…
Qantas Completes ‘Flight To Nowhere’ That Sold Out In 10 Minutes
As the coronavirus pandemic continues inflict pain on airlines around the world, Qantas, Australia’s national carrier, has jumped on the bandwagon of launching “Flights to Nowhere”…
7 Reasons I Love Alaska Miles (and You Should Too)
Nearly a month ago, I wrote an article detailing how I saved my once-in-a-lifetime anniversary trip by ordering lunch. In this post, I wanted to explore the Alaska Airlines Mileage Program and discuss why I was on a mission to not…
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