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Chase Sapphire Rumors, Citi Best Ever Offer, Amex's Craziness & National Parks Trip Report Jul 15, 2021

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In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we talk about the massive offer Citi has rolled out for the Premier and how Amex is giving away points like candy. We also discuss the new Chase Sapphire rumors and how it stacks up to the competition. Joe shares his experience visiting a national park this summer.

Episode Notes

5:18 - Citi Premier best bonus

13:23 - Chase Sapphire rumored updates

21:42 - Acadia Trip Report

38:31 - AMEX turns into Oprah

44:05 - M1 finance

44:58 - Tips for visiting the UK

46:20 - CLEAR AMEX offer

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Getting Casino Status On The Cheap, Vegas' Future Expansion & When Buying Batteries Gets Real Weird Jul 08, 2021

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In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we take a detour and introduce the new MtM Vegas podcast that just launched. Shawn and Mark discuss Resorts World's $150 free money offer dieing, the issues they have had so far and what is next for Vegas. We also discuss how to get top tier status on the cheap, get all the free goodies and how to avoid parking fees. Mark finishes it off with his most bizarre Vegas memory that is sure to get you thinking What The Heck!?

Episode Notes

2:28 - Resorts World followup

16:20 - What's next for Las Vegas?

28:29 - Avoiding parking fees in Las Vegas

32:14 - Waiving Caesar's resort fees

36:38 - Current comp offers

43:13 - Making the most of status matches

47:19 - Storytime with Mark - "The Batteries Incident"

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Amex Platinum Has Massive Changes, Resorts World Grand Opening Review & East Coast Trip Report Jul 01, 2021

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In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discussing the increased Amex Platinum fee and all of the new "benefits" or should we say coupons. Shawn and Mark talk about their thoughts of the Resorts World opening and Shawn talks about his recent trip to the East Coast. We also talk about things you shouldn't do in China and a great option for return to the US testing.

Episode Notes

6:25 - Shawn's East Coast trip

10:51 - Rental cars

11:29 - Hotel stays

15:16 - Jersey shore

22:58 - Resorts World Las Vegas impressions

33:51 - Big changes to the AMEX personal Platinum card

44:16 - 15 things to know if you're visiting China

45:28 - Covid testing kits

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Airbnb Pays To Hide Sexual Assault, Cave Diving In The Cenote Of Mexico & Amex Giving Away Points Like Candy Jun 24, 2021

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In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we are joined by Ian Snyder. He shares the details of his recent trip to Merida, Mexico and swimming in the depths of a cenote (weird shaped rocks and all). We also discuss Airbnb deploying shady bagmen, how Amex seems to be giving away points these days and tips for traveling as a solo female.

Episode Notes

8:18 - Ian goes to Mexico

10:48 - Trip highlights

12:51 - Getting there

15:26 - Swimming in cenotes

24:40 - Issues with Chase Travel

29:49 - AirBnB's bag men

38:48 - MORE AMEX bonuses

43:05 - Traveling as a solo female

43:44 - Traveling without the internet

45:04 - Flying widebody planes

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Alaska Trip Report, Why Women Aren't Featured In The Hobby & New Miles to Memories Shows Launching! Jun 17, 2021

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In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast Bethany from Bougiemiles.com fills in for Joe. Mark breaks down his trip to Alaska with his son talking about the good, the bad and why he probably wouldn't go back. We also discuss why females aren't properly represented in the miles and points hobby, announce a new Miles to Memories Youtube show and talk about why the Redcard bonuses are sneaky good.

Episode Notes

3:53 - Alaska trip report

12:37 - Food issues in Alaska

19:34 - Activities in Alaska

28:12 - Why are women treated differently in the hobby?

37:02 - Target Redcard bonus

38:01 - 30 things learned about traveling before turning 30

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Miles & Points YouTube, Crypto Credit Cards & More Record Offers Coming? Jun 10, 2021

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In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast Dustin from Waller's Wallet joins the podcast to chat about the burgeoning miles and points Youtube community, Crypto based credit cards and the new Chase Sapphire Preferred 100K bonus. We debate whether we'll see more bonuses come and whether crypto credit cards are...a bit scammy?

Episode Notes

7:04 - Chase Sapphire Preferred 100K offer - best ever

13:19 - Miles and points Youtube - is video better than blogging? (Waller's Wallet & Miles to Memories Youtube pages)

20:36 - Why do some bigger miles and points blogs not find as much success on Youtube?

27:23 - Upcoming crypto credit cards: valuable or scammy?

38:03 - New Chase Sapphire Lounge opening in Boston

39:07 - US Bank Altitude Connect

40:11 - Free hotel breakfast guide

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Should Alcohol Be Banned On Flights, Are We Ruining Travel For Our Kids & Elon Musk's Vegas Tunnels Explained Jun 03, 2021

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In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss whether or not banning alcohol makes sense for domestic travel with the rise of unruly passengers. We also debate whether or not we are ruining travel for our kids, how the new Vegas Tesla tunnels work, why Airbnb may be bad for our lives & what it was like to get a Real ID.

Episode Notes

5:19 - Bad behavior on flights

13:01 - What is the Vegas Loop?

25:55 - Are we ruining travel for our kids?

35:57 - Has Airbnb been a net negative on our lives.

37:12 - Getting a Real ID & why you might not need to.

38:31 - History of California Adventure

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Don't Be A Jerk Rant, Are Banks Invading Our Privacy & Is Free Breakfast Really Overrated? May 27, 2021

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In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss where vaccinated travelers get special treatment, are banks invading our privacy and whether or not free breakfast is overrated. Mark also does a rant about people not being jerks, a great car rental tip and some juicy new spending offers.

Episode Notes

5:41 - Credit information sharing between banks?

15:01 - Destinations for vaccinated travelers

21:40 - Mark rant!

26:14 - Hilton's breakfast changes - good, bad or something in between?

37:07 - Barclays spending offers and Amex upgrade offers

37:48 - Taking a pass on Disney World

38:33 - Car rental tips

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Post Pandemic Miles & Points Predictions, Best Hyatt Regency in Orlando & MtM Diamond Decoded May 20, 2021

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In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss the future of miles and points post pandemic, the glutton of unused miles out there and of course devaluations. We also discuss the best Hyatt Regency in Orlando, decoding the MtM Diamond group, tourist no nos in Japan and much more.

Episode Notes

3:57 - Miles and points in a post pandemic world

10:56 - How to plan travel post pandemic

17:40 - Comparing Hyatt Regencies in Orlando

25:43 - Kennedy Space Center and Brevard Zoo

33:11 - What do you get with MTM patreon?

39:18 - What not to do in Japan

40:08 - Discover retention bonuses

40:39 - Maskless in Vegas

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Truths About TPG, Worst Card Offers & Overhyped Maldives May 13, 2021

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In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast we discuss the truths about TPG, go into detail about the amazing Southwest change trick and remember our worst sign up bonuses ever. We also talk about avoiding the miles & points hype trains like the Maldives and some amazing credit card offers plus a lot more.

Episode Notes

4:16 - What TPG and video game websites have in common

13:57 - The Southwest change trick

18:40 - Our worst credit card sign up bonuses

26:51 - Choo Choo Maldives

34:00 - Best offer for Chase Sapphire Preferred/Reserve ending

34:53 - The Velocicoaster

36:32 - Quitting Amazon Prime

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