In this episode, we discuss common mistakes travelers make in the points and miles game. Key pitfalls include buying or transferring points from family members, overusing apps without fully understanding the rules, prioritizing airline or program-specific awards over flexible currencies, incurring late charges by not keeping track of due dates, booking travel without considering program flexibility, and chasing elite status without considering the true and opportunity costs involved.

Links to news and offers

• Enhanced United offer - the good & the bad
• Bask Bank (up to) 20K AA Bonus - never before have they offered anything like this
• Use AW to track FNA (Free Night Awards) - just a reminder
• Flying Blue promo - 25% transfer bonus ends 6/17
• Qatar Privilege Club promo - 30% transfer bonus ends 6/30

What you didn't know

How many times can I change the name for my Companion Pass with Southwest?

Where to Find Us

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5. Reserve tickets to our Spring 2026 Meetup in Phoenix now. award.travel/phx2026

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