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Amex Plat Deval, Hidden City Lawsuit and the Joys of Revisiting Aug 24, 2023

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In this episode Shawn and Joe discuss some of the latest news in the space including a hidden city ticketing lawsuit from AA and whether the practice should be allowed or not. They also discuss the negative changes coming to Amex Plat, Hilton's new fall promo, using gift cards to buy gift cards and why Frontier is being sued over their all you can fly pass.

Episode Notes

9:46 - Hilton bonus points

14:39 - Frontier gets sued

19:18 - Gift cards to buy gift cards

22:00 - AMEX Platinum devaluation

33:40 - Should you revisit destinations?

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Epic Trip - Australia & New Zealand for the Women's World Cup & Experiencing the "Skycouch" Aug 17, 2023

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In this episode Joe is back from his epic trip to Oceania (how do you pronounce that!?) We discuss his experience at the Women's World Cup, visiting hobbits, why Sydney felt like visiting Asia and a whole lot more. Plus - thoughts on Air New Zealand's Skycouch and what Joe would do differently next time. Enjoy!

Episode Notes

3:26 - How being a wandering nomad is different from "vacation"

8:29 - Air NZ Skycouch

15:19 - Park Hyatt Auckland

18:57 - Sightseeing in New Zealand

33:24 - Sydney and Australia

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Gems of Eastern Europe, Marriott's New Offer & Another Take on Virgin Voyages Aug 11, 2023

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In this episode Shawn is joined by MtM Contributor PDX Deals Guy to talk about his two recent trips to Europe and the many miles & points redemptions along the way. From a Virgin Voyages cruise using Membership Rewards to exploring Budapest, he got around. We discuss Heidelberg, Budapest, Kotor, Split and Dubrovnik along with his flights, hotels and that big red cruise ship.

Episode Notes

03:28 Maui Fires
05:16 Chase Marriott Transfer Bonus & Card Offer
12:45 Condor Business Class Review & Alaska Redemption
15:18 Cathay's new first class seat
21:30 European redemption rundown
29:05 Virgin Voyages redemption - worth it?
31:58 Split, Dubrovnik & Kotor!
38:54 Virgin Voyages stateroom argument
44:14 Virgin Voyages food
48:06 Virgin entertainment & casino

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Choice Eats Radisson, Starlux Alaska Frenzy & FI For Cheaper Travel with Benjy Harmon Aug 03, 2023

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In this episode Shawn is joined by MtM Contributor Benjy Harmon to discuss his recent travels including some of the nicer domestic lounges and AA's super unique Flagship First. Other topics discussed include: why the Air France credit card is worth a look, the Starlux Alaska Airlines booking frenzy, Choice and Radisson joining together and how FI can make for cheaper travel.

Episode Notes

04:00 Chelsea Lounge JFK
08:17 AA Flagship First review
10:20 Why Delta SkyClub LAX is remarkable
13:36 How FI Can Make Travel Cheaper
16:00 Starlux Alaska Airlines Redemptions
22:11 Choice Hotels & Radisson Integration
28:50 Why the Air France Credit Card Is Worth a Look

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Customer Service AI, Ranking Hotel Points & Legislation to Kill Travel Rewards Jul 27, 2023

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In this episode Shawn and Joe discuss new legislation that may end up killing credit cards rewards. Is this something to worry about and would it be better for customers? Other topics discussed include: Joe's Star Wars hotel experience, ranking hotel points based on desirability, automated customer service and AI plus an airline phone scam you probably need to hear about.

Episode Notes

0:00 - Galactic Starcruiser and the experiential travel space

12:10 - Credit card rewards going away?

19:32 - Hotel loyalty programs ranked

25:09 - Don't get scammed googling phone numbers

28:40 - American Airlines and AI

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Big Southwest Offer, Marriott Beats Hyatt, Car Lease Hacking & More! Jul 20, 2023

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On this episode Shawn is joined once again by MtM Contributor PDX Deals Guy. They discuss the big news of Marriott taking over as MGM's partner in Vegas, a big Southwest card offer with an interesting way to earn the companion pass, how Prime Day was and how you can save now, United's new domestic First Class seat and buying a car now plus how you can potentially hack a lease.

Episode Notes

2:00 - Hyatt is out and Marriott is in with MGM in Vegas
12:07 Big AA Executive card changes
19:46 Amazon Prime Day recap and more pay with points
24:32 Prime Day & Buyers Groups in 2023
26:36 Southwest Chase offer - Companion Pass with 1 card
29:59 United's new domestic first class seat
33:23 Lease Hacking - Buying a car & the EV loophole

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Trip Cancelation Tips, Another Devaluation & Chicago Seminars Drama Jul 13, 2023

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On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss how to use those lucrative Amazon Pay with Points deals that surface around Prime Day. They also discuss another devaluation, new Chase spending offers and exactly what is happening with the Chicago Seminars plus where you can see Shawn speak.

Episode Notes

0:00 - Summer travel updates and discussion

11:35 - Chicago seminars

19:13 - Amazon pay with points is back!

23:09 - Cathay Pacific devaluation

26:32 - Chase spend bonuses

29:24 - Dealing with travel disruptions

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Complainer Gets Banned, Miles & Points Study, Save on Hyatt & More Jul 06, 2023

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On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss an interesting travel study that shows more and more people are relying on travel rewards than ever before. They also discuss a person getting banned by Hilton for complaining, new Hyatt Amex Offers and how Prime Day is right around the corner.

Episode Notes

9:20 - Barclays survey

15:59 - Hilton clawback

20:07 - Hyatt AMEX Offers

22:56 - Prime Day

26:39 - Chase IHG upgraded bonus

29:42 - AMEX Clawbacks

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The Beauty of Norway, Good Card Offers & The Case Against Travel Jun 29, 2023

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On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss cruising to Norway, London hotels for families and how Shawn and family ended their 7 week adventure. They also discuss an interesting article arguing against travel, struggling with a costly business class upgrade, a great AA card offer, Southwest extending their popular deal and how to grab $10 in free Lyft credit.

Episode Notes

2:20 - Wrapping up Shawn's Europe trip

13:11 - London and getting home

23:59 - Bilt day July

25:05 - Southwest credit card extensions and companion pass discussion

32:59 - Barclay's AA increased bonus

35:42 - The case against travel

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An Epic Trip - Iceland, Faroe Islands & Copenhagen - An Insane Whirlwind Adventure with Mark Ostermann Jun 15, 2023

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On this episode Mark Ostermann returns to chat with Shawn and Joe about his recent 40th birthday trip which packed a ton of stuff into just a few days. Mark will talk about achieving his dream of going to the Faroe Islands, whether the Blue Lagoon in Iceland is worth it, Copenhagen vs. Amsterdam and some of the incredible sights (and bars) along the way. Plus find out how he got there and back including why Lufthansa's new business class is much better than their old product.

Episode Notes

Mark's here one last week! And now at Travel on Points!

0:00 - Booking a trip to Iceland/Faroe Islands/Copenhagen

7:12 - Iceland

18:26 - Faroe Islands

34:23 - Copenhagen

38:23 - An epic story

49:01 - Flying home

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