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June 16, 2025 ✈️ American Airlines 100K Mile Bonus, Chase Phoenix Lounge Reservations & Q3 Bonus Categories
American Airlines fans have a massive opportunity with the return of the 100,000-mile welcome bonus on the Citi AAdvantage Executive Card, up from the usual 75,000 miles. Chase is finally addressing overcrowding at their Phoenix Sapphire Lounge by introducing free reservations starting June 23rd to manage the notorious 30-60 minute waits. We cover Chase's new Q3 bonus categories offering 5% back on gas, EV charging, Instacart, and live entertainment through September 30th. Plus, we discuss a Chase Ultimate Rewards transfer bonus to Marriott Bonvoy, IHG's attractive 5-night welcome bonus, and the latest manufactured spending opportunities at Staples and through Instacart deals.
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June 15, 2025 ✈️ Hilton Kills Free Late Checkout for Elites & New Chase Business Card Rumors
We dive into Hilton's sneaky move to eliminate complimentary late checkout benefits for elite members and then charge fees for the service. Plus, we explore rumors of a potential new Chase business card with a $299 annual fee that could shake up the mid-tier business card market. We also cover current credit card offers including impressive Hilton Honors bonuses up to 175,000 points, quarterly category updates for Chase Freedom and Citi cards, and a reminder about the expiring Amex Platinum Saks credit. Don't miss our tips on maximizing these opportunities while they last.
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June 14, 2025 ✈️ Hotel Points Booking Cancellations, Singapore Airlines Sale & Credit Card Updates
Today's episode covers some shocking hotel booking cancellations, including an EconoLodge requiring impossible military status for points stays and Hyatt acquisition issues affecting Hilton bookings. We discuss potential changes to Hilton Honors late checkout benefits and a fantastic Singapore Airlines 30% off redemption sale for premium European travel. Plus, we review hotel credit card options with valuable annual free night certificates and share updates on Global Entry wait times and airline meal pricing controversies.
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June 13, 2025 ✈️ American Airlines Upgrade Shakeup, Singapore 30% Off Awards & Marriott Data Drama
American Airlines is ditching their mileage upgrade award chart for variable pricing starting August 12th, following Delta's revenue-based model and devaluing mile redemptions. Singapore KrisFlyer offers a rare 30% off award tickets in select regions, presenting an excellent opportunity for premium cabin redemptions. A travel blogger gets kicked off an AA flight over overhead bin space, highlighting the importance of diplomatic crew interactions. Marriott launches an ad network targeting their 237 million Bonvoy members, plus elevated Hilton Amex card bonuses and new TSA ID requirements for unaccompanied minors using PreCheck.
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June 12, 2025 ✈️ Spirit Airlines Hack, Alaska Miles 70% Bonus, and New JW Marriott Crete Opens
Today we cover a wild story about a Florida man who hacked Spirit Airlines' employee system for 120 free flights using fake credentials. We discuss Alaska Airlines' current 70% bonus miles promotion bringing costs down to 1.74 cents per mile, and reveal how US airlines have been secretly selling passenger data to CBP. Plus, we explore solo traveler surcharges, Southwest's 50% off points sale, Finnair's return to Canada with new Helsinki-Toronto flights, and the opening of JW Marriott's first Crete property bookable from 44,000 Bonvoy points per night.
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June 11, 2025 ✈️ Stolen Phones & River Drama, Hyatt's 16K Bonus Points, Chase Sapphire Changes & Mile Buying Bonuses
Today's episode covers dramatic airline theft incidents including a Garuda Indonesia passenger's stolen iPhone found in a river and Qatar Airways flight attendant theft. We explore Hyatt's new summer promotion offering up to 16,000 bonus points through September 2025, plus upcoming changes to the Chase Sapphire Reserve card. Lucas also breaks down excellent mile and point buying opportunities with up to 155% bonuses from United, Hilton, and Avianca, while discussing American Airlines' new JetSmart partnership expanding South American redemption options. Plus, a cautionary tale about hotel privacy policies and booking security tips.
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June 10, 2025 ✈️ Chase Sapphire Business Card Coming This Summer, Capital One Venture X Lounge Changes, and United Labor Drama
Chase officially confirms a new Sapphire Reserve Business card launching this summer alongside refreshed personal cards, creating exciting opportunities for business travelers. Capital One makes controversial changes to Venture X lounge access benefits that are dividing cardholders. United Airlines faces internal drama with flight attendant union contract disputes, while American Airlines elite members struggle with upgrade availability. Plus, Marriott rolls out AI for room assignments and upgrades, JetBlue status match opportunities, and a new Chase feature for moving credit limits between cards.
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June 09, 2025 ✈️ Major Amex Business Platinum Bonus, Virgin Atlantic Point Sale & JetBlue Mint Booking Issues
American Express is offering a massive 150,000 point welcome bonus plus $500 flight credit on the Business Platinum Card through June 2025, while the Business Gold continues its 100,000 point offer. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club is running a rare 70% bonus when buying points, bringing costs down to just 1.21-1.48 cents per point. However, booking JetBlue Mint awards with partner miles has become much more difficult recently. Plus, we cover Southwest's potential Europe expansion, Marriott's new AI upgrade system, and important tipping concerns at JFK Airport restaurants.
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June 08, 2025 ✈️ Amex Business Gold 100K Bonus, Southwest Policy Changes & Chase Credit Line Tool
American Express Business Gold Card launches a massive 100,000 Membership Rewards point welcome bonus, up from 70,000 points. Southwest Airlines implements a troubling new policy where changing your outbound flight now affects your entire reservation, potentially costing you perks and free bags. Chase introduces a game-changing self-service feature allowing cardholders to move credit lines between cards online without calling customer service. Plus, Marriott hotel booking drama, premium business card offers, and a new Global Entry alternative rolling out at US airports.
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June 06, 2025 ✈️ Baby Gets $150 for First Class Flight, St. Regis Lawsuit, and New Hyatt Card Offer
Today's episode covers some wild travel stories including a baby who received $150 plus 45,000 AA miles for a broken first-class screen, and a serious privacy lawsuit against St. Regis Bal Harbour involving a hotel employee allegedly watching a guest shower. We also discuss excellent new credit card offers from World of Hyatt Business (60K points + Explorist status) and Delta Amex cards (up to 110K SkyMiles), plus operational issues at Delta with 45 grounded regional jets. The episode wraps up with jet lag tips and a recommendation for daytime flights from NYC to London.
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