Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we are joined by a special guest Bethany Walsh of Bougie Miles. We discuss our biggest travel pet peeves, our biggest travel blunders and whether or not the new Amex Business Platinum changes are good or bad.  We also talk about avoiding resort fees in Vegas, why Mark loves the newest Citi ThankYou point addition and maximizing a new Chase Freedom Flex opportunity. Episode Notes 4:44 - Our Biggest Travel Mistakes 13:23 - Changes To Amex Platinum Business - What We Like Or Hate About It 18:10 - Travel Grumps - What Drives Us Nuts! 31:32 - Citi ThankYou Points newest partner Choice Hotels is sneaky good 32:34 - How to avoid resort fees in Las Vegas 33:46 - Chase Freedom Flex has some additional 5X earning capabilities Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

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Our Travel Grump Triggers, Our Biggest Travel Blunders & Are The Amex Business Platinum Changes Good?

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we talk about a slew of Amex shut downs, an underwhelming Hyatt card launch and Mark’s trip to Fort Myers Beach. We also talk about the power of the product change, stacking credits on Hyatt stays & how to get some free food. Episode Notes 4:37 - AmAxe 17:24 - Florida trip report (not Disney!) 25:22 - Chase Hyatt business card 31:12 - Cleaning out the Chase closet 32:06 - Stacking Hyatt credits 32:49 - Favorite dining apps   Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Are Amex Shutdowns Overreaching, New Hyatt Card Falls Flat & Fort Meyers Beach Trip Report

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we talk Marriott playing games with suite upgrades, Mark’s recent trip to the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay and why is Puerto Rico so cheap right now? We also talk about game planning Delta status, Southwest’s Disney plant and Shawn’s Amex Business retention offer. Episode Notes 5:56 - Marriott hotel playing games with suite inventory 11:17 - Getting to Hyatt Chesapeake 16:16 - How was the hotel? 19:32 - Golfing 22:50 - Beer 26:34 - Cheap flights to Puerto Rico and requesting recommendations 31:19 - Rental car status matches 32:49 - Delta status planning 33:38 - Disney World + Southwest 50th anniversary plane 35:43 - AMEX retention bonuses alive and well   Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Awesome Hyatt Category 4 Trip Report, Why Is Puerto Rico So Cheap & Marriott Playing Suite Games

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we talk about what we would want in a Hyatt premium card, Marriott blowing the doors off with their increased offers and why redeyes are the best...or are they?  We also talk about more rumored coupons for the Amex Platinum coupon book, end of month reminders and 40+ Amex Platinum benefits. Episode Notes 5:43 - Marriott card increased offers 12:35 - Redeyes 26:29 - Hyatt premium card rumor 33:50 - American Express Platinum new benefits 35:49 - Making use of American Express Platinum benefits 37:08 - End of month checklist

Our Dream Hyatt Premium Card, Massive Bonvoy Card Offers & Redeyes Are The Best...Or Are They?

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss cleaning out our credit card closet, Mark doing Vegas as bougie as possible at a huge discount.  We also discuss Hilton playing games with their new breakfast credits, an awesome HBO Max deal and the US reopening to international travelers. Episode Notes 6:36 - Cleaning out the credit card closet 13:12 - Four Seasons Vegas 19:36 - Waldorf Astoria Vegas 31:07 - Hilton playing breakfast credit shenanigans? 37:31 - Where Mark stayed in Vegas 38:13 - US reopens to fully vaccinated international visitors 39:22 - HBO Max deal   Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Cleaning Out The Credit Card Closet, Hilton Playing Games & Bougie Vegas On The Cheap Breakdown

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss the stupid stuff we do that flight attendants hate, how to social engineer your way to more points and how quickly travel is changing. We also talk about how you can make some money from your miles and points knowledge, how to use Aeroplan miles and why class action settlements can be awesome...even if they take forever. Episode Notes 7:18 - Flight attendants hate when you do these things on a plane.  15:40 - Updated covid restrictions 20:49 - What we've learned from Mint coins about who to trust and scaling deals 37:19 - Miles and points presentations? 38:58 - What you can do with 100K Aeroplan miles 39:38 - Class action lawsuits   Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

How To Scale Up Deals, Flight Attendants' Pet Peeves & Make Money For Your Miles & Points Knowledge

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss Amex’s transfer bonus bonanza, AA’s latest consumer unfriendly move and whether staying at all-inclusives are our jam. Also, a really random Southwest companion pass offer to consider and happy 4 year anniversary to Mark! Episode Notes 0:00 - 4 years of MARK 5:29 - Amex Transfer Bonuses Galore, Which Ones Do We Like Best? Transferring Membership Rewards to United Miles 16:51 - American Airlines Can Now Leave You Stranded Thanks To New Terms 24:20 - Are All Inclusives Worth The Cost? Hyatt Buys A Ton Of New All Inclusives 34:32 - Make Easy Money With The RebatesMe Promotion 35:46 - Earn A Southwest Companion Pass After Just One Flight 36:42 - $10-$50 Off Amazon With One Membership Rewards Point   Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

American Airlines Can Now Leave You Stranded, Are All Inclusives Overrated & So Many Transfer Bonuses

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss where we could go if we could work remotely for a year, why we had a breakup with Citi and whether or not we took the Schwab cash out plunge.  We also talk about Hyatt’s underrated offer, using Citi’s system to our advantage and some new Chase Offers. Episode Notes 6:54 - Why Citi dumped us 14:22 - Working remotely - where would you go? 26:03 - Schwab cashout ending 33:59 - Why isn't anyone talking about the World of Hyatt card? 37:31 - Citi mileage marriage boost 39:39 - Hyatt/AA fast track status 42:03 - Chase offers   Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Why We Had A Break Up With Citi, Hyatt's Under The Radar Offer & Where Would We Want To Work Remote

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss if you can trust travel blogs or not. We also discuss Joe’s month long trip, whether we like the Disney Fastpass news, Mark’s awesome Amex Platinum retention offer and more. Episode Notes 6:55 - Can you trust travel blogs? 17:40 - Joe's 2400 mile road trip 33:24 - Disney's Fastpass replacement 45:02 - AMEX retention offers 46:59 - Top 10 Dead Disney rides 49:50 - More Atlantic City status matching!   Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Can You Really Trust A Travel Blog, Are Hotels Playing Award Night Games & Disney's New Fastpass System Blows

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast Bethany Walsh from Bougie Miles joins us to discuss the recent changes Chase made to their Sapphire cards. Why is Chase Sapphire Reserve getting very little love and does it make sense over the now supercharged Sapphire Preferred? Plus we'll also dive into the economics of Mark's Alaska trip including why he paid so much cash for it compared to only using points. We'll also go over our most expensive trips ever, debate when you should use cash or points to pay for a trip and discuss how awesome Pacific Time is! Episode Notes 04:10 - An unexpected suite at Vegas' newest hotel 06:46 - When to use points or cash when booking travel 12:17 - How Bethany opened Mark's eyes about using cash instead of the cheapest points option 14:09 - Miles and points with business deductions (Not legal or financial advice.) 17:28 - The economics of a travel hacked Alaska trip 21:14 - The most expensive cash trips we have ever taken 26:20 - How you could save even more on booking Alaska 28:13 - Chase makes big update to Sapphire Cards 32:43 - Sapphire Preferred vs. Citi Premier 34:17 - Chase Sapphire Reserve changes 36:18 - Upgrading and downgrading Chase cards and what you should know 39:26 - Is it worth pursuing World of Hyatt status with the new card offer? 41:50 - Citi/Sears bonkers 15X spending offer Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Our Most Expensive Trips, When To Pick Cash Over Points & Are The Sapphire Changes All That Good?

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we debate if travel will ever return to normal or if it will continue to suck. We also go over a new slew of huge credit card offers and talk about our amazing meetup in Denver. We finish up discussing Clear being a lifesaver and the sign up process, Citi’s quirks & easy tips on meeting minimum spend. Episode Notes 2:22 - Some notes on the “free” Audible subscription 6:59 - Will travel stay crazy forever? 15:24 - Denver MTM Diamond meetup 23:14 - Alaska credit card new welcome bonus 26:34 - US Bank Triple Cash 28:55 - Citi Premier 48 month rumor 31:43 - Chase Ink new designs 34:37 - CLEAR signup 35:58 - Meeting spending requirements 36:28 - Citi ThankYou Point quirks Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Will Travel Always Suck, Crazy Card Offers Roundup & An Amazing Denver Meet Up

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we debate if we would leave a completely covid free country like Zoe is to go home.  We also talk about the quickly changing travel landscape and new mandates, some interesting travel survey results, saving for college with travel hacking skills and what happens to your travel insurance if you cancel your credit card. Episode Notes 7:49 - Stranded in Tonga, what would you do? 19:25 - Covid precautions coming back 31:17 - Other travel effects 42:50 - College saving 44:22 - Credit card travel insurance 45:51 - The RAT is back? Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Would You Leave A Covid Free Country, Interesting Travel Trends & More Restrictions

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss how Citi has become the hardest approval in the game, which hotel gives you the best bang for your buck and we share our recent application successes. We also talk about how long miles and points transfers take, Amazon freebies and our favorite travel gear. Episode Notes 5:20 - MTMPod credit card application successes 14:00 - Citi application rules changing? 22:30 - Most valuable hotels to spend at 31:58 - Travel gear recommendations 33:06 - Amazon freebies/promos 33:45 - How long miles and points take to transfer Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Which Hotel Program Is Most Rewarding, Citi Now The Hardest Approval & Recent Applications

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss what makes airports good, a new Citi ThankYou point transfer partner and Shawn’s trip to Michigan. Plus, why you should get your passport renewed NOW! Episode Notes 3:46 - Citi adds AA as a transfer partner 10:28 - Michigan trip report 12:05 - Getting flights 15:05 - Hotels 18:07 - Sightseeing in Michigan 21:47 - What makes a good airport? 29:04 - Passport renewal delays 30:44 - Chicago Athletic Association Hotel Review – A Hyatt Property Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Citi’s Surprising New Partner, Michigan Fun & The Best Airport

Episode Description In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we talk about the massive offer Citi has rolled out for the Premier and how Amex is giving away points like candy.  We also discuss the new Chase Sapphire rumors and how it stacks up to the competition.  Joe shares his experience visiting a national park this summer. Episode Notes 5:18 - Citi Premier best bonus 13:23 - Chase Sapphire rumored updates 21:42 - Acadia Trip Report 38:31 - AMEX turns into Oprah 44:05 - M1 finance 44:58 - Tips for visiting the UK 46:20 - CLEAR AMEX offer Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Chase Sapphire Rumors, Citi Best Ever Offer, Amex's Craziness & National Parks Trip Report

Join the Miles to Memories team weekly for a lively discussion about the week's hot topics, in-depth talk about miles & points + expert travel tips to save time & money.

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