Frequent Miler on the Air
290 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 381 ratingsEarn miles without flying. Frequent Miler is all about getting the most out of the loyalty game. You can easily earn hundreds of thousands of points and miles without traveling, then learn how to use those points towards luxury travel.
In this podcast, Frequent Miler founder Greg, and senior author Nick debate current topics in the points & miles world.
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Sweet-Spots Return Home and Uncle Sam Stops By | Ep87 | 2-27-21
February 27, 2021 11:10 - 1 hour - 92.5 MB00:37 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/ ...
Delta Devaluations and Sweet Spot Awards | Ep86 | 2-19-21
February 20, 2021 04:25 - 1 hour - 77.7 MB00:40 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-2...
Extreme Stacking Gone Wrong | Ep 85 | 2/13/21
February 13, 2021 05:10 - 59 minutes - 66.6 MB3:08 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/ htt...
Amex changes the game | Ep 84 | 2-6-21
February 06, 2021 06:31 - 53 minutes - 64 MB00:22 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...
Is Chase dropping the hammer on manufactured spending? | Ep83 | 1-31-21
January 30, 2021 11:42 - 52 minutes - 64.5 MB00:24 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:/...
No such thing as a free upgrade | Ep82 | 1-23-21
January 23, 2021 11:13 - 1 hour - 79.2 MB00:36 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-...
The year of the mattress run | Ep81 | 1-16-21
January 16, 2021 10:24 - 1 hour - 108 MB00:47 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 o...
Amex races out of the gate. What's next? | Ep80 | 1-9-21
January 09, 2021 11:55 - 1 hour - 97.9 MB00:23 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-...
2020's Deal of the Year | Ep79 | 1-2-21
January 02, 2021 10:59 - 1 hour - 87.7 MB1:03 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/ ...
Rewards that can't wait | Ep78 | 12-26-20
December 26, 2020 11:32 - 55 minutes - 67.1 MB1:00 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...
Chase Ultimate Rewards: More ultimate than before | Ep 77 | 12-19-20
December 19, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 85.6 MB00:27 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-partne...
AA miles: more valuable and less elusive than they seem | Ep76 | Dec 12 20
December 12, 2020 09:16 - 1 hour - 75.4 MB00:31 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-end...
Hyatt's top tier status: Easier than ever. | Ep75 | 12-4-20
December 05, 2020 11:55 - 1 hour - 90 MB00:20 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.....
Rocking Cyber Monday | Ep74 | 11-28-20
November 28, 2020 10:10 - 2 hours - 94.7 MB0:27 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 ...
Free points. Free money. Just ask. | Ep73 | 11-21-20
November 21, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 81.4 MB00:17 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-amazi...
The amazing 250K offer | Ep72 | 11-14-20
November 14, 2020 10:44 - 1 hour - 100 MB00:26 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....
Manufacturing spend & cash with buyers clubs | Ep71 | 11-7-20
November 07, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 75.9 MBTopics & 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 an...
Delta Diamond devalued, but not destroyed | Ep 70 | Oct 31 20
October 31, 2020 08:42 - 1 hour - 72.4 MB00:23 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...
The best non-travel rewards for stuff-seekers | Ep69 | Oct 24 20
October 24, 2020 08:26 - 1 hour - 83.4 MB00:54 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-...
Defending yourself against Amex's war on gaming | Ep 68 | 10-17-20
October 17, 2020 08:55 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MB00:10 Giant mailbag 1:33 What crazy thing did Marriott do this week? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/free-marriott-platinum-100k-or-more-points-w-new-amex-marriott-offers/ 4:56 Mattress running the numbers: Did we lead readers astray with our mattress running advice given the new Amex credit card offers? 15:50 Main Event: Defending yourself against Amex's war on gaming. What's safe for ramping up spend? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/amex-refer-a-friend-three-for-a...
Raising points while raising children: strategies to earn more points with your family | Ep67 | 10-10-20
October 10, 2020 08:16 - 1 hour - 58 MBGreg and Nick discuss: 00:29 Mailbag: A special congratulations 3:35 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? 5:55 Mattress running the numbers: Is it worth mattress running for Marriott status with the current off-peak promo? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/marriott-promos-free-night-with-homes-villas-stay-and-more-with-week-of-wonders/ 13:33 Main Event: Raising points while raising children https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/a-bundle-of-points-with-our-bundle-of-joy...
Hotel Loyalty Wars | Ep 66 | 10/3/20
October 03, 2020 07:00 - 47 minutes - 57.6 MBHotel Loyalty Wars Hyatt and Marriott battle while Hilton and IHG stand back. Will Marriott follow-up with a huge Bonvoy Brilliant offer? Will Hyatt improve their credit card offer? How will Hilton and IHG respond? 00:21 Giant mailbag 02:02 What Crazy Thing Did Citi Do This Week? 05:52 Mattress Running the Numbers Wyndham is out with 3 new credit cards. And, guess what? The business card is surprisingly strong! Wyndham card review: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/new-wy...
HUGE credit card offers are back! | Ep 65 | 9/26/20
September 25, 2020 17:47 - 48 minutes - 62.2 MBThis week's main event: HUGE credit Card offers are back and bigger than ever. Which is best? What's coming next? We also cover the latest Marriott deals. Is it time to mattress run Marriott? 00:57 Giant mailbag 02:30 Crazy Citi thing... 04:29 Mattress Running the Numbers: Take advantage of Marriott's overlapping offers to get Platinum status Marriott Amex Offer: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/marriott-amex-offer/ Marriott 10X Offer: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/...
Nick's 30 night mattress run | Ep 64 | 9/19/20
September 19, 2020 00:12 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBThis week: With Hyatt's generous overlapping offers, Nick is thinking of going big. Will he book a 30 night stay? Also: Chase is out with huge signup offers. Should we grab what's there now or wait for even better? 00:23 Giant Mailbag: An earnest defense of Best Western 04:20 What Crazy Thing Did Citi Do This Week? 07:02 Mattress running the numbers: Should Nick book a 30 night stay? Analysis of Hyatt's promos: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/hyatt-bonus-journeys-q4-2020-pr...
Hyatt comes out swinging | Ep 63 | 9/11/20
September 11, 2020 22:19 - 42 minutes - 52.3 MBGreg and Nick analyze Hyatt's latest COVID inspired promotions. They're sweet! How will the others respond? We put down our bets. 00:37 Mailbag (HSBC $600 deal) 3:56 Crazy Citi thing: (not crazy but noteworthy) 5:23 Mattress Running the Numbers (Wyndham) https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/book-2-night-stay-at-wyndham-vacation-clubs-resort-for-7500-points-total-timeshare-presentation-required/ https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/wyndham-timeshare-presentation-survival-guide...
Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve king for life or on its last term? | Ep62 | 9-5-20
September 05, 2020 04:40 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBIn light of the coming Chase Freedom Flex and enhancements to the Chase Freedom Unlimited, is the Sapphire Reserve the king of the Ultimate Rewards wallet, or should you save money with the lower fee of the Sapphire Preferred or Ink Business Preferred? Greg and Nick discuss that, airline change fee changes, and more. This week's timestamps may be added after publication. Music credit: Annie Yoder
Pandemic vacation, take 3 | Ep61 | 8-29-20
August 29, 2020 05:43 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MB1:02 Mailbag: Nick closes the loop on Capital One and offers Confession Time 7:13 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-08-21/bofa-customer-opens-mobile-app-and-finds-an-extra-2-45-billion 9:50 Mattress Running the Numbers: Is the Marriott status challenge worth mattress running? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/marriott-instant-status-match-challenge-from-ihg-hilton-hyatt-and-accor/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVurTjC6afE&...
Has Citibank Sears-iously improved much this week? | Ep60 | 8-22-20
August 22, 2020 04:49 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB00:45 Reader Feedback: Greg's trip to Ventana Big Sur 4:26 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? A $900 million mistake 8:46 Mattress Running the Numbers: Targeted Marriott promotion for a free night cert after one paid night 16:24 Main Event: Searsiously? Did Sears make Citi more valuable? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/on-my-mind-shop-your-way-gift-cards-are-a-big-deal/ https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/shop-your-way-gift-cards/ https://frequentmiler.boardingar...
Did the new Aeroplan lost its luster already? | Ep59 | 8-15-20
August 15, 2020 10:45 - 1 hour - 73.1 MB0:33 Reader feedback: A change in our ratings 4:57 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? Ritz-Carlton edition. 9:41 Mattress Running the Numbers: Choice 50K promo at all-inclusive resorts https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/get-50k-choice-points-free-night-with-500-all-inclusive-booking/ 21:41 Quick Hits: Southwest Travel Funds to points conversion: Do it or not and why? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/southwest-travel-funds-conversion-live-its-a-great-deal/ 28:16 ...
Do credit card category bonuses matter? | Ep58 | 8-8-20
August 08, 2020 09:38 - 1 hour - 59.3 MB00:51 Reader feedback: Nick's confession time Related post on product changing Capital One cards: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/capital-one-product-change-dilemma/ 9:44 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/someone-in-ihg-marketing-was-having-a-laugh/ 17:02 Mattress Running the Numbers: Is it worth transferring Ultimate Rewards to IHG for easy elite status? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/top-tier-status-via-chases-ihg-tr...
Business credit cards during the pandemic | Ep 57 | 8-1-20
August 01, 2020 05:53 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBLinks and timestamps: 00:42 Reader Feedback: An interesting Amex Clawback data point For background: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/amex-going-clawback-happy-for-grocery-store-spend/ 8:43 What crazy thing did....Greg do this week? 12:32 Mattress Running the Numbers: Intercontinental Ambassador now includes a free 40K night cert with a paid stay. Is it worth a mattress run? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/ihg-buy-renew-ambassador-membership-then-stay-once-get-40...
Family vacation bookings on points | Ep56 | 7-25-20
July 25, 2020 07:45 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBLinks & timestamps below! Go to thefrequentmiler.com/subscribe for more. 00:18 Reader feedback: Abbas wants to know hot we book hotel rooms for 4 people. 7:15 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? Issuers clamping down. 9:23 Confession time: How Greg might have lost a boatload of Citi points 10:58 Mattress running the numbers: Is the Cambria promo for 20K points after 2 stays worthwhile? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/choice-privileges-book-2x-cambria-stays-earn-at-least...
Hyatt suite award winners and losers | Ep55 | 7-20-20
July 18, 2020 09:14 - 1 hour - 69 MBFor links to more, see the posts included with the timestamps below: 00:21 Reader feedback: Is the Blue Business Plus not a better deal than the Premium Rewards card with Platinum Honors for most customers? 3:13 Correction: Greg says Blue Business "Cash", but he means Blue Business "Plus" 10:49 Hyatt adds suite booking online: Is this a win? Who loses https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/hyatt-allows-booking-suites-online-with-points/ https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/hyat...
Amex clawback theory & Hyatt's awesome promo | Ep54 | 7-11-20
July 11, 2020 09:51 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBSubscribe, like, & comment. Links to more info in the timestamps below. thefrequentmiler.com/subscribe 2:43 Reader Feedback....or rather storytime with Greg. https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/ventana-big-sur-hyatt-bottom-line-review-awesome/ 13:10 What crazy thing has Citi done this week? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/5x-restaurants-with-chase-sapphire-reserve/ https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/covid-credit-card-enhancements-ultimate-guide/#Gas 21:18 Mattr...
Should you plan now for future travel? | Ep53 | 7-4-20
July 04, 2020 10:28 - 1 hour - 68.6 MBSubscribe and give us a like if you enjoy this episode. Timestamps and links below. 00:30 Reader Feedback: Were we too hard on IHG? 9:30 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? Our post about the minimum spend extension: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/citis-turn-use-prestige-credit-at-supermarkets-restaurants-more-time-to-meet-spend/ Report of no extension: https://grabamile.boardingarea.com/2020/06/citiextension2020/ 16:21: Chase adds temporary benefits Link: https:/...
Is manufactured spending dead? | Ep52
June 27, 2020 06:10 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBLike, subscribe, & comment! Links in timestamps below. 00:38 Reader Feedback: Facebook comments & changes to our group 8:31 Pandemic Vacation: How does Greg feel about it in hindsight? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/pandemic-vacation-is-it-safe/ 21:57 IHG Points: Are they now worth more? Did Greg's methodology make sense? Is basing RRVs just on big city US redemptions a reliable way to determine the RRV? https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/what-are-ihg-points-worth-now...
Is it worth mattress running Marriott, picking the right Hyatt milestone and more | Ep51
June 20, 2020 10:39 - 1 hour - 75 MBLike & subscribe! Links in the timestamps below. 3:28 Reader Feedback 5:25 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? 9:44 Why Greg wrote the Juneteenth / Black Lives Matter post and why he did it now. https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/hopeful-juneteenth/ 15:15 Marriott's big move: Free elite night credit https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/marriott-gifting-elite-night-credit-dropping-many-redemption-rates/ https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/which-marriott-elite-bene...
Awesome award travel (economy to first class), Rakuten rant, best business cards & more | Ep50
June 13, 2020 07:52 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBLike, subscribe, & comment! See timestamps for links to content below: Greg & Nick discuss: 1:12 Feedback time: Rakuten Visa rant https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/earn-6-cashback-on-rakuten-visa-at-grocery-stores-restaurants-mobile-wallet-purchases/ 8:00 What crazy thing did Citi do this week? 11:52 Economy class to Africa: The best deals are cheaper than flights to Europe https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/best-ways-to-get-to-africa-using-miles-economy-class-edition/...
Chase steals the Joy of Free, extra sweetness with Etihad and more | Ep49
June 06, 2020 10:11 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBLike, subscribe, and comment! Greg & Nick discuss: Reader feedback: You can't take my Joy of Free Ricardo's comment: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/is-it-now-irrational-to-hold-ultimate-rewards-points-on-nicks-mind/comment-page-1/#comment-2263474 See also: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/why-the-worst-rewards-are-the-best/ 9:16 Baby in business class debate (feedback rekindles an old discussion) Greg's old post: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/the-baby-in-...
Chase Sapphire Reserve: Compelling UR cash out rate? The latest in COVID credit card changes. | Ep48
May 30, 2020 08:17 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBLike, subscribe, and comment! Links to content in the timestamps below. Greg & Nick discuss: -Chase COVID enhancements to CSR and CSP -Should anyone consider redeeming Chase points at 1.5c each for groceries? Is it only for those who are cash-strapped - or should more people think about this option? -Confession time, question of the week, and more Timestamps & links: 1:58 Confession Time: Greg's Airline Incidental Sin https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/amex-airline-fee-rei...
Unpacking StayCay, best domestic & international travel options post-COVID, a new podcast & more | Ep47
May 23, 2020 11:52 - 1 hour - 70.7 MBLike & subscribe! Find links in the timestamps below. Greg & Nick discuss: Topics: -#StayCaytoFarAway: results are shaping up to be quite a surprise including a huge comeback and surprising (to us) finish -Should we launch a podcast version of our live show? -Travel News & Thoughts: Will Iceland be a safer destination than parts of the US? What are the options we're talking about domestically? -A cool tool for finding award availability 00:00:47 Reader Feedback: Ask Us Anything....
Is Qatar's promo ethical? Is Hilton watching? | Ep 46
May 16, 2020 09:43 - 1 hour - 66 MBLike, subscribe, and comment! Links to related content below. Greg and Nick discuss: -Qatar Airways's amazing flexible ticket promo. What's exciting, what's not, and is it ethical to game it? See related post here: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/qatar-airwayss-amazing-promo/ -Hilton's watchful eye: Did the claw back Greg's points in response to his post, or is it coincidence? Readers weigh in, we respond. See related post here: https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/hil...
Analyzing deals from Aeroplan, Amex, & Spa Week | Frequent Miler on the Air | Ep46
May 09, 2020 07:34 - 57 minutes - 53 MBSee http://thefrequentmiler.com/subscribe for more from FM. Greg and Nick discuss: -Aeroplan mileage sale: Crazy deal, or crazy customers? Is Greg getting even crazier? -Amex's different strategy for our northern neighbors: what they've got that we don't and whether or not we think they'll do something similar in the US -Spa Week deal: I said this deal stinks and if you didn't click through to the post you might have missed Greg's comment about why it could be great. With Mother's Da...
Amex nails it on benefit refresh | FM on the Air | Ep 45 (May 1 2020)
May 02, 2020 10:12 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBChase & Citi surprise, but Amex delights in their benefit refresh. Hear Greg & Nick talk about: -Cards newly offering bonuses on groceries -Overhaul of Amex card benefits. Did Amex take the Platinum cards from zero to hero? -Which card wins: in several battles throughout the episode, we talk which card to use and why -Do the changes make any cards must-haves now? Don't forget to like & SUBSCRIBE above. Find more ways to follow us here: http://thefrequentmiler.com/subscribe Timestam...
Is there a new sheriff in town? Is now the time to stop applying? | Frequent Miler on the Air
April 25, 2020 08:09 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBSubscribe here and visit: thefrequentmiler.com/subscribe for more from FM. This week Greg and Nick discuss: -Citi's latest crazy move. --Do recent developments on the credit card scene signal us to stop applying? -Greg places to travel in the USA --Our favorites from StayCay week 1 -And more! Timestamps: 00:28 Reader feedback: Should the "pod" have its own post? 4:35 A new segment: What crazy thing has Citi done this week? 6:40 Emirates sweet spots 11:24 American Airlines: T...
Responsive redesign, StayCay from Sunday, spend your way to status and more
April 18, 2020 07:52 - 1 hour - 26.3 MBSubscribe here & at http://thefrequentmiler.com/subscribe. This week, Greg and Nick discuss: -Frequent Miler site redesign: initial reader outrage, immediate adjustments, and how it is better today. -Hyatt credit card promo: How much spending will Greg do toward Hyatt Globalist with this promo? -Southwest: The response to the pandemic and the opportunity that may exist for converting "other" points to Southwest. -StayCay to Far Away Challenge: This year the newly-expanded Frequent Mi...
New killer 2-card combo, the mask you own, big news brewing, and more
April 11, 2020 06:15 - 53 minutes - 42.6 MBThis week, Greg & Nick discuss: -A face mask you already own -Projects happening behind the scenes at Frequent Miler -The Citi Premier changes and how they position Citi to have a killer 2-card combo -Choosing travel protection or more points when booking paid travel All that and more! See below for timestamps and links: 2:16: Greg's DIY Face Masks 5:27: Reader Feedback 8:42: Subscribe, please 9:10: Team FM project: New Theme 14:45: A new challenge (Link to old challen...
COVID-19's impact on our business, Hyatt & Simon surprise, readers delight
April 04, 2020 07:20 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBGreg and Nick discuss: -How COVID-19 is impacting the business of Frequent Miler in a major way and what we and you can do to weather the storm. -Awesome news from Hyatt -Simon $1K VGCs are how online, but are they worth it? -Going live: get notified the next time we're live on YouTube. Read more at thefrequentmiler.com/subscribe Timestamps: 1:36: Reader feedback: Clarifying Citi application rules 7:12: How Frequent Miler makes money and will survive the COVID-19 crisis despi...
The Nick is right 3 times episode. Cashing out points and hurrying vs waiting to get new cards.
March 28, 2020 10:15 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBGreg and Nick debate whether to cash out points rather than waiting to use them for travel. We also debate whether to sign up for cards now while great offers remain or wait for something better to maybe come along. Timestamps: 1:30: Coronavirus preparation 6:37 Reader feedback: is it time to cash out points? 10:53: How many points are "enough" per passenger before you consider cashing out? 14:38: Are airline miles safe in the current environment? Are there any we should burn right no...
Booking travel despite (or thanks to) COVID 19
March 21, 2020 01:43 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBGreg and Nick discuss: -Is this a good time to book future travel? We obviously don't know when "safe" will be, but maybe this is a good time to book for the future? -Is it ethical to take advantage of the current no change fee policies? More: -Should we cancel or downgrade annual fee credit cards? We can't travel now, we don't know when we'll be able to travel again. When is it time to cut the cord on expensive credit cards with benefits we can't use? -How should people handle the...