One of the best uses of points, miles, credit card benefits, and loyalty program status is using them for unique trips — especially travels to see loved ones.
And that’s exactly what I did the past two days.
For better or worse, I’m a loyal Delta flyer. Delta’s co-branded American Express cards sort of come with that territory. But Chase’s credit cards, however, are starting to pique my interest (especially now that I’m finally dipping under 5/24!) when it comes to actual point accrual and redemption. And their low to no annual fees sure are interesting, too.
Discovering a great mileage run deal from your home airport or city is always fantastic.
But what if you live somewhere like Omaha, Bismarck, or Casper — and most of the good runs begin in Chicago, New York, Vegas, or somewhere in California?
Take a positioning trip to wherever your mileage run starts!
While not ideal, it may be your only choice. (Don’t forget Adam at Juicy Miles can personalize an MQM or MQD run for you!)
“But that’s more time and money!” you may fear.
Time, yes.
Money? Maybe not. Or at least, not as much as you think. Using some points and credit card benefits, it can be done.
Will Delta Change Sky Clubs to Match 3 Hours Before Flight Like Centurion and “The Club” Lounges? What Else may Change Before Year end?
If you’re based in Minneapolis-St. Paul — or travel there — prepare for TSA security line headaches at MSP.
Just a quick, friendly reminder to Amex Platinum and Amex Gold cardholders that their monthly credits are now available!
Need some luggage, a laptop case, or backpack for the upcoming school year? Check your Amex cards for an eBags Amex Offer — and stack with cashback portals!
Monday’s post about airline gift cards no longer (reliably) crediting back as part of Amex Platinum and Amex Gold airline incidentals wasn’t happy news for most people.
UN-CONFIRMED: Buying Delta Gift Cards for Amex Platinum Cards Now DEAD?! What Still Works for Delta Flyers Yearly $200 Travel Credit Reimbursements.
Lots of money is spent not only on American Express cards — but within AmEx itself.
In fact, a record amount of spending.
Are cardholders going to be on the hook for AmEx’s growing expenses?
Any plans to travel late this summer or fall? Booking flights and hotels for winter travel season yet? Well, now is the time start earning enrollment bonuses — and use credit cards points to book holiday travel. Here are some of the best travel credit cards and cashback card welcome bonuses available right now! Chase Sapphire Preferred Card The Chase Sapphire Preferred is great for several reasons. Its current welcome bonus of 60,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points (after you spend $4000 within the first three months of being approved) equates to about $750 in travel when redeeming through Chase’s travel portal. Chase Ultimate Rewards are transferrable more than a dozen hotel and airline partners. The card earns double points on dining and travel (one point on everything else). The welcome bonus easily offsets the Chase Sapphire Preferred’s $95 annual fee. Not to mention, you’ll receive access to the Luxury…
A special offer through Rakuten (formerly known as Ebates) makes right now a prime time for Platinum Card from American Express (read about this card) cardholders to use the card’s Saks Fifth Avenue semi-annual $50 benefit.
Rookie Wednesday: Don’t Request Missing Delta Partner Credit Too Fast (plus other “don’ts”)
Fresh off posting about the Delta Amex Offer with ten strings attached, we found what appears to be a “compliant” mileage run!
During the long, holiday weekend, American Express released an Amex Offer for Delta flights: spend $200, get $40 back. But be wary of almost a dozen disqualifiers. I received the offer on my Platinum Card from American Express (learn more). My American Express Gold Card (learn more) and Business Platinum Card (learn more) from American Express OPEN did not receive the offer. (Which is fine because my personal Platinum card earns 5x Membership Rewards points on flights purchased directly through Delta!) So before you buy gift cards, treat seatmates to rounds of cocktails and Flight Fuel on a flight to anywhere, or guest your family into a Sky Club, read these little caveats. This is a big one: this Amex Offer for Delta purchases is valid only for flights whose destination is either: Boston (BOS) Raleigh-Durham (RDU) Seattle (SEA). So if you’re looking for a reason to visit one of…
