Revolutionizing Your Journey: Travel With Points & Miles

Unlocking the Secrets of American Airlines Loyalty Rewards with @allieandlandon (Ep. 68)


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How can you earn airline status without even setting foot on a plane? 

In this episode of the Revolutionizing Your Journey podcast, host DeAndre Coke sits down with Allie Ruhde, aka @allieandlandon—an expert in travel rewards and American Airlines’ loyalty system—to unpack precisely that. Allie shares her journey into the world of points and miles, starting with earning Gold status at just three years old. Together, they dive deep into the mechanics of American Airlines’ Loyalty Points system, including strategies for earning status through shopping portals, dining programs, hotel bookings, and credit cards.

The conversation also explores the perks of status levels like Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Executive Platinum, lounge access options, and how to maximize your everyday spending to unlock travel rewards. Plus, Allie explains why Alaska Airlines stands out in the OneWorld alliance and shares her favorite redemption tips—like flying to Japan in business class for just 60,000 miles. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just starting your loyalty journey, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply right away.

 Tune in to learn how to stack miles and Loyalty Points smarter—not harder.

 

Key Highlights:

  • Loyalty Points 101: Track status progress without needing to fly.
  • Shopping Portals: A powerful way to rack up Loyalty Points and miles.
  • Dining Rewards: Earn miles for everyday meals with linked credit cards.
  • Hotel Bookings: Book through AA Hotels to earn high Loyalty Points.
  • Status Tiers: Platinum and Executive Platinum bring valuable perks like upgrades and lounge access.
  • Alaska Airlines: Offers complimentary upgrades—unlike other OneWorld airlines.
  • Credit Cards: AA co-branded cards earn both Loyalty Points and miles.
  • Upgrade Strategy: Maximize same-day change policies and early boarding.
  • Pro Tips: Combine Simply Miles offers, use status challenges wisely, and don’t overlook dining and shopping portals.
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    Resources:

    • ‘Shopping Portals Explained’ podcast episode
    • Start here to learn how to unlock nearly free travel
    • Sign up for our newsletter!
    • This month’s best current card offers
      • LTH Online Points & Miles In Depth Course: 
        • Use coupon code “BOLDYGO” for a 50% discount!
        • BoldlyGo Travel With Points & Miles Facebook Group
        • Truicity Wealth Management
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          Connect with DeAndre Coke: 

          • Instagram: BoldlyGo.world
          • Website: BoldlyGo.world
          • YouTube: BoldlyGoWorld
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            Connect with Allie Ruhde:

            • Instagram: allieandlandon
            • TikTok: @allieandlandon
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