By Upgrd Podcast - Upgrd Podcast In this week's frequent flyer podcast we revisit the Marriott Rewards hotel loyalty program as Kevin wanted to clarify some mis-information in our last Marriott Rewards podcast on the subject. We discuss: Fozz's recent first class award on Lufthansa's A380 Virgin America's new routes instead of Chicago Marriott Rewards tips from Kevin Marriott Rewards Mega Bonus 115,000 points for $1,000 in hotel credits for future stays (which accrue points) The JW Marriott properties Point saver rates even at Ritz Carlton and Elephants. What is your opinion of the Marriott Rewards program? Why would you choose it over another program? Anything we missed?  

Upgrd 69: Marriott Rewards Take Two

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By Upgrd Podcast - Upgrd Podcast Welcome to another episode of the UPGRD podcast. In this travel podcast we discuss the recent change in management at United with Jeff Smisek's departure and a new CEO appointment.  Are you a past United customer who left for greener pastures? Is this a change for the good, might you return?

UPGRD 97: Finally a Change We're Gonna Like

By Upgrd Podcast - Upgrd Podcast We're back! And this week our miles and points experts discuss the inaugural American Airlines 787 flight from Dallas to Chicago. We talk about the best business class seats, the airplane and the events on the day. In addition we mourn the loss of RedBird for manufactured spend and (re)introduce you to the current UPGRD crew.  

Upgrd 95: Seven AAighty Seven

By Upgrd Podcast - Upgrd Podcast In this frequent flyer podcast we are joined by Captain Denny to discuss customer service, the Captain Jason Dahl scholarship and frequent flyer news.  Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants only and do not reflect the views of their employers.

Upgrd 94: Captain Denny

By Upgrd Podcast - Upgrd Podcast Our frequent flyers review our airline predictions from last year and prognosticate on upcoming airline and hotel promotions and changes in 2012. Although our crystal balls were somewhat clouded in 2011 a little bit of glass cleaner helped clarify everything for this year.   

Upgrd 93: Airline Predictions 2012

By Upgrd Podcast - Upgrd Podcast Join our frequent flyers as we discuss the closure of SpanAir, the bankruptcy proceedings of American Airlines, and recent hotel and airline promotions including: Delta may make run at US Airways US Airways evaluates merger with AA The end of SpanAir American Airlines restores free wine and beer in international economy New Hilton Benefits  New Hyatt Promo Earn up to 44,000 points (enough for two free nights) Starwood Platinum Benefit Changes Starting March 1 Gold welcome gift choice of extra starpoints or wifi or complimentary beverage Platinum: bonus star points, continental breakfast, or "local amenities" (soft toy, small bottle of liquor, bottle of wine, mineral water, fruit basket, etc) After 50 nights receive 10 suite upgrades After 75 nights earn four points per dollar instead of three and Your24 benefit AA Double EQM for CA/IL/TX residents between SFO/LAX and DFW/ORD still running through March 31st.

Upgrd 69: Marriott Rewards Take Two

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