Miles to Memories - Fun Side of Miles, Points & Travel

Miles to Memories | Shawn Coomer and Friends

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We celebrate the fun side of miles, points & travel including the memories we make along the way. Get inspired to travel, hear about the latest deals and learn how to maximize travel rewards to save money, accomplish your goals and to form memories that will last a lifetime!

Shawn Coomer has spent the last 15 years circling the globe with his family and has shared his passion for award travel on the Miles to Memories blog since 2013. He is currently a semi-nomad, using miles & points to fund almost all of his travel. Shawn is joined each week by semi-regular cohost Joe Cheung and a variety of points experts to discuss how miles & points can enrich your life in so many ways.

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238 episodes

Defeating Jetlag, Meta Smartglasses for the Win, United's New Feature & Is Rio/Hyatt An Amazing Opportunity?

EPISODE DESCRIPTION On this episode Shawn and Joe dive into a lot of recent happenings in the travel and miles & points space. From hating on budget airlines to United's new pooling feature there is a lot happening in the airline space. Other topics discussed include: how the Timeshifter jetlag app works, why the Meta Smartglasses are worth a consideration for upcoming trips and how the Rio/Hyatt integration is working in reality.  EPISODE NOTES __ __ Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE Advertiser Disclosure: This site/channel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site/channel (including, for example, the order in which they appear). This site does not include all financial companies or all available financial offers.

38m
Mar 28
Spring Break In Europe - Flights, Hotels, Practical Advice & Gratitude

EPISODE DESCRIPTION On this episode Shawn discusses his recent family Spring Break trip to Lisbon and Paris. Learn about the flights and redemptions plus some of the cool things seen along the way. Family travel can be difficult, but it is so rewarding, even if it is squeezed into a tight timeframe. Shawn & Joe also discuss the power of returning places, where to stay at Disneyland Paris & how a drone show inspired the whole thing.   EPISODE NOTES __ __ Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

43m
Mar 21
Rethinking Your Hotel Loyalty & Elite Status Game with Benjy Harmon

Episode Description On this episode of the podcast Shawn is joined by MtM Contributor and MtM Diamond moderator Benjy Harmon. Shawn & Benjy dive deep into why you may want to rethink your hotel elite strategy, why Hyatt may be overrated and a cool little place you can visit on your next stop into DFW.

42m
Mar 14
Peak Summer Road Trips, Best Ever Marriott Bonuses & Hyatt Devaluation?

Episode Description On this episode of the podcast Shawn & Joe discuss trip planning including national parks, the insanity of summer demand and why you might want to visit during off-peak seasons. They also follow up on their jetlag discussion including a cool app to help you out, go into the details of two new “best ever” Marriott card offers plus discuss the recent category changes for Hyatt which saw many hotels increase in cost.  

45m
Mar 07
Recycled Soup, a Haunted Hotel and Red Envelopes - Taiwan Trip Report

Episode Description Joe recounts his trip to Taiwan, including Grand Hyatt Taipei, flying E-V-A Airlines in business class, highlights in Taipei, and eating at random bathroom tiled floor restaurants. How much money did the kids get in their red envelopes? Listen and find out! Episode Notes 0:00 - Joe just got home and is jet lagged 9:30 - Grand Hyatt Taipei (haunted?) 15:32 - EVA business class 28:05 - Exploring Taiwan 31:13 - Aloft Tainan 33:27 - Taipei highlights Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZNKgaR5RRIw1IPz49w3lg?si=apuRSMnIQ4SqLa1UvZfctw, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

57m
Feb 29
Epic Trip - Back to Back Asia in First Class, New JAL, DMZ, Angkor Wat & More with Han Chicago

EPISODE DESCRIPTION On this episode Han Chicago joins Shawn to discuss his recent epic back to back First Class trips to Asia. Products discussed include the new Japan Airlines First Class, Korean Air First Class, Etihad's customer service, Singapore's foot well, a lofty Holiday Inn plus the redemptions along the way. Han also discusses avoiding the Park Hyatt Siem Reap plus his favorite parts of Angkor Wat and why you should visit now. He also discusses why Seoul is so underrated, visiting the DMZ, his favorite place to eat in Singapore, where you want to stay when in Bangkok and more.  A jam packed episode. Enjoy! EPISODE NOTES __ __ Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

57m
Feb 22
Hyatt Concierge Frustration, Companion Pass Shortcut & New Vegas Status Match

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss the Super Bowl in Las Vegas and what the experience is like seeing U2 at the Sphere. They also discuss tons of new card offers that have dropped in the past week including a fast track to the Southwest Companion Pass. Other topics include: Hyatt concierge frustration, losing Vendome, Chinese New Year & Joe’s upcoming trip to Taiwan. Episode Notes 0:00 - Las Vegas baby 16:44 - Shawn spring break updates and pivots, Hyatt concierge frustrations 27:25 - Joe’s going to Taiwan 39:08 - Credit card updates New green restrictions: https://milestomemories.com/new-bonus-restriction-for-american-express-green-card/ US Bank Business Altitude Power: https://milestomemories.com/us-bank-launches-new-business-altitude-power-card/ Southwest CP + 30K offer after $4K spend in 3 months: https://milestomemories.com/southwest-cards-companion-pass-30k-3/ Amex Delta NLL: https://milestomemories.com/amex-delta-offers-with-no-lifetime-restriction-2/ JetBlue 70K after $1K (normally 60K): https://milestomemories.com/improved-jetblue-plus-card-offer-earn-70000-points/ Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZNKgaR5RRIw1IPz49w3lg?si=apuRSMnIQ4SqLa1UvZfctw, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

48m
Feb 15
Attempted Vendoming, Missing Icon, Epic Universe & Foreign Currency Return Trap

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss the newly announced Epic Universe park in Orlando. This new theme park should be on everyone’s radar and we’ll tell you why. We also discuss the trap when returning things in a foreign currency, Shawn attempts to Vendome, Joe isn’t impressed with Trip It Pro and why Icon of the Seas will have to wait for next time. Episode Notes 1:54 - Joe’s no good very bad weekend 9:58 - TripIt Pro and Halfday 16:49 - Losing money on a return?? 26:38 - Shawn’s spring break updates 31:51 - EPIC Universe Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

48m
Feb 08
Miracle in Hawaii - Surviving A 1,000 Foot Fall, The Dramatic Rescue & Lessons Learned with Ian Snyder

Episode Description On this episode Shawn is joined by Mark Ostermann and Ian Snyder to discuss a recent set of events that could have proved tragic, but thankfully has a happy ending. Ian recently fell 1,000 feet during a difficult hike in Hawaii and spent 3 days waiting to be rescued. We discuss the story, his rescue and all of the lessons learned along the way with the laughter and fun you would expect! This is a crazy story you definitely want to hear.  Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZNKgaR5RRIw1IPz49w3lg?si=apuRSMnIQ4SqLa1UvZfctw, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts https://pca.st/5658, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know!

41m
Feb 01
Traveling to Every Country in the World with Ryan Smith

Episode Description On this episode Shawn is joined by former MtM Contributor Ryan Smith to discuss his recent accomplishment of visiting every single country in the world. We'll discuss his journey as a writer in the miles and points space plus dive into his country collecting. Find out how his journey began, how he chose his last country and all of the amazing and challenging things along the way.  Episode Notes __ __ Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZNKgaR5RRIw1IPz49w3lg?si=apuRSMnIQ4SqLa1UvZfctw, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts https://pca.st/5658, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know!

1h 1m
Jan 25
MGM Gets Bonvoyed, Getting Around Hyatt's Quirks and Last Minute Spring Break

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss the announced details of the new MGM/Marriott partnership. It is coming much later than expected (in fact we still don't have a date), but is it better than Hyatt's previous partnership and what sort of benefits will you get when staying? They also discuss some of Hyatt's quirks, Shawn's last minute Paris Spring Break trip and a checking account bonus that is lucrative and easy to grab.  Episode Notes __ __ Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZNKgaR5RRIw1IPz49w3lg?si=apuRSMnIQ4SqLa1UvZfctw, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts https://pca.st/5658, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know!

41m
Jan 18
Google Gets Sued, Problems to the MAX and United’s Adventure Week

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss how travel has changed over the years plus share some of their recent woes including double bookings and the Mexico award dilemma. They also discuss a big lawsuit against Google, United’s Adventure Week, some nice new airline portal bonuses and the fallout from Alaska’s scary MAX incident. Episode Notes 0:00 - Shawn’s jealous of Joe 4:20 - Check free cruise offers 6:24 - Old men yell at clouds 19:14 - More MAX problems, the airplane not the badly named streaming service 28:30 - United Adventure Week 31:06 - Shopping portal bonuses for the week 32:39 - Early year spending 33:48 - Google gets sued 38:24 - Why it’s annoying to book travel to Mexico Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

43m
Jan 11
NYE Around the World, Hyatting NYC & Moving Amex Offers

Episode Description On this episode of the podcast Shawn and Joe welcome the new year with some discussions about celebrations around the world. They also discuss a new potential way you can move Amex Offers between cards plus Joe discusses his recent NYC trip including food and hotel recommendations. Episode Notes 0:00 - Dealing with end of year credits 4:16 - Visiting NYC 6:41 - Travel inspired by New Year’s Eve 16:53 - Don’t get scammed! 28:05 - Move AMEX offers around  30:32 - Alaska increases bag fees Best Buy link Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

41m
Jan 04
Mattress Run Gone Wrong, Bilt's Mixed Changes & End of Year Insanity!

Episode Description On this episode of the podcast Shawn is joined by PDX Deals Guy to discuss the end of year happenings in the miles & points space. They also discuss the brand new Ritz in Portland, Bilt's big changes and how we should look at them plus how a simple mattress run can go so wrong.  Episode Notes 0:00 - End of year insanity 6:00 - Update on Buyers Groups 11:45 - Mattress run gone horribly wrong 21:35 - Ritz Portland review - Stunning new property 29:50 - Bilt's upcoming changes Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

38m
Dec 28, 2023
Going for 2% & Travel Naughty vs. Nice

Episode Description On this episode of the podcast Shawn and Joe discuss their naughty and nice lists for the miles & points space. They also debate the simplicity of 2% cashback, go over the Freedom Q1 bonus categories and discuss Bilt’s 16th transfer partner. Episode Notes 0:00 - Holiday talk and housekeeping/updates 10:11 - Hoarding 2% cashback cards 16:18 - New Bilt partner 21:35 - Q1 Chase Freedom categories 22:57 - Don’t sleep on Choice Hotels 25:20 - 2023 Naughty and Nice lists Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

48m
Dec 21, 2023
Hyatt & Marriott’s New Luxury Properties, Overlooking Choice, Chase’s Edit & The Most Lucrative Amex Offers Ever!?

Episode Description On this episode of the podcast Shawn and Joe discuss some recent targeted Amex Offers for Marriott and Hilton cards that might just be the best we have seen. From big multipliers to free nights, Amex is really incentivizing cardholders to spend. We also discuss Chase’s strange new luxury travel portal, why you shouldn’t overlook Choice Hotels and all of the cool luxury properties that Hyatt and Marriott are opening in the next couple of years. Episode Notes 0:00 - Brief Nevada casino trip recap and travel thoughts 12:37 - Edit by Chase Travel Portal 15:24 - AMEX spend bonuses 19:01 - Max Rewards and Card Pointers 22:57 - Don’t sleep on Choice Hotels 28:01 - New Hyatt and Marriott properties Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

41m
Dec 14, 2023
Alaska’s Big Bet, Diamond Does Disney & More Thoughts on Hyatt.

Episode Description On this episode of the podcast Shawn and Joe recap the latest Diamond meetup in Orlando. They also discuss Alaska’s huge announcement and acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines plus Joe chimes in on the Hyatt changes announced last week. Episode Notes 0:00 - MtM Diamond meetup recap and thoughts 7:50 - Hyatt changes 20:19 - Alaska buys Hawaiian 26:47 - Marriott/Celebrity 30:20 - Amex offers chat Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

36m
Dec 07, 2023
Redefining Loyalty? Hyatt Announces Huge Changes for 2024!

Episode Description On this episode Shawn discusses the big changes coming to the World of Hyatt program in 2024. He flew to Hyatt’s headquarters in Chicago to get all of the details and shares them here with you! Shawn and Joe also discuss positive IRS changes, de-briefing from Black Friday and more. Joe rants about streaming. Episode Notes 0:00 - Breaking News! Big Hyatt loyalty changes! 11:22 - Normal intro 17:13 - NYC hotel recommendation requests (Hyatt) 24:32 - Black Friday streaming deals (+ rant) 35:03 - Black Friday portal bonuses 46:15 - No 1099s? Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

53m
Nov 30, 2023
Following the Rules, Southwest Devalues & Amex Concerns

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss a recently announced devaluation by Southwest Airlines. As a revenue based program should they devalue their points? They also discuss some of the concerning changes with Amex, how you can earn thousands of bonus points with portal bonuses right now, some positive United changes and the points & travel rules we don’t mind following. Episode Notes 10:00 - Is AMEX devalued? 15:27 - Southwest devaluation 20:17 - United status earning change 24:22 - Portal bonuses 26:48 - Miles and points rules to follow Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

42m
Nov 16, 2023
More Consolidation, Bonvoy Gets Better & Top 50 Travel Destinations for 2024

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss even more consolidation happening in the travel realm. Similar to hotels and airlines we are seeing two major amusement park operators join forces, but will it be good for consumers? They also discuss the return of a good 3 free night Marriott offer, how Bonvoy is making a popular perk better, custom liveries and the top 50 travel destinations in the world. Episode Notes 6:52 - Six Flags/Cedar Fair merger 13:03 - Alaska Airlines Mickey’s Toontown livery 17:21 - Marriott Bonvoy card offer and suite upgrade changes 24:14 - Jetblue tile bonus offer 33:48 - Lonely Planet top 50 destinations Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

44m
Nov 09, 2023
Chase Just for You, Wyndham Vacasa Deval & Andaz Costa Rica

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss the recent tragic storm in Acapulco and how people are being impacted. They also look at some big targeted Chase offers, detail how Wyndham devalued Vacasa redemptions and Shawn reviews the Andaz Papagayo in Costa Rica. Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

47m
Nov 02, 2023
Citi’s New Transfer Partner, Amex “Upgrades” Hilton Cards, Delta Backtracks & Seats.Aero Sued

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss some recent changes in the hotel space. These include Hyatt’s Home & Hideaways launching, Chase expanding their Luxury hotel collection and Citi adding a transfer partner that may actually present a great value. On the loyalty front just as Delta backtracked some of their many negative changes to SkyMiles, Southwest announced tweaks to their program that may make some flyers happy. We also discuss the Seats.Aero lawsuit, the changes made to Hilton’s Amex cards and whether the new “Amex family rule” will spread to all cards across their portfolio. Episode Notes 8:53 - Shawn’s headed to Costa Rica 14:04 - Seats.Aero sued by Air Canada 18:45 - Delta partially walks back its changes 24:40 - Southwest improves A-List 29:06 - AMEX lifetime language changes 35:19 - Hilton Surpass and Aspire updates 38:45 - New hotel booking options news Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

45m
Oct 26, 2023
Chicago Seminars Drama, Hilton Timeshare Windfall, Buyers Group Dangers & Crazy Choice Deal with Mark Ostermann

Episode Description On this episode Mark Ostermann returns to the show to discuss his recent trip to New York which was driven by a very lucrative timeshare offer. He discusses what it was like to deal with the presentation and how he earned 150K points in about 15 minutes. He also dives into Roosevelt Island, the Conrad Midtown and how New York feels a bit different these days. Other topics discussed include: an amazing and profitable Choice experience deal, some of the past Buyers Group deals gone wrong, an update on the Travis Scott ticket deal fiasco and a recap of the Chicago Seminars including how it went and a little drama that happened along the way. Episode Notes 0:00 - Chicago Seminars recap and drama 14:42 - PFS and Travis Scott issues (update) 23:51 - Mark in NYC - hotel experiences 31:46 - Mark’s super secret way to get out of timeshare presentations 40:16 - Mark’s amazing Choice Privileges redemption (in New Jersey!?) Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

53m
Oct 19, 2023
Amex Gold Overhaul, Premium Hotel Programs & Luxury Travel Advisors with Jason Lawenda

Episode Description On this episode Shawn is joined by Jason Lawenda of Mobius Journeys https://mobiusjourneys.com/ to discuss the hobby and luxury travel. Jason is a luxury travel adviser who has built a business helping others in the miles & points hobby book travel. We discuss whether becoming a travel agent is the "ultimate travel hack", why you might want to look at premium hotel programs like Impresario and Prive plus how American Express changed the Gold cards and what that means for the future of other cards.  Episode Notes __ __ Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

42m
Oct 12, 2023
Delta Revenge Matches, Transparent Resort Fees, Hyatt Expands Again & More!

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and joe discuss the targeted 4th quarter spending offers across Chase cards. These offers come with up to 10X points so it is definitely worth checking to see what you have been targeted for. Other topics discussed include: the evolution of family seating policies, Hyatt’s expansion to vacation rentals, how resort fees are becoming more transparent, the new Capital One lounge in Dulles and how Delta’s competitors are stepping up with revenge status matches after the recent SkyMiles changes. Episode Notes 8:08 - Jetblue family seating changes 11:58 - More hotels making fees visible 14:51 - Two new hotel brands 20:14 - Capital One Lounge Dulles 24:55 - Status matches for disgruntled Delta Skymiles members 32:44 - Q4 Chase spending offers Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

37m
Oct 05, 2023
Picking up 75K, New Global Entry App & 10 Words Ruined By “The Hobby”

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss why 0% APR offers can be something to look for and how Shawn grabbed a quick 75K Membership Rewards on a no annual fee card. They also discuss the return of Chase Ink 90K offers, Global Entry’s new app and why it probably isn’t important, more info on the Chicago Seminars and 10 words that are ruined by the miles & points hobby. Episode Notes 9:43 - Blue Business Plus and small business discussion 22:33 - Chase Ink 90K 25:41 - Global Entry 28:48 - 10 words miles and points have ruined Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

42m
Sep 28, 2023
Delta Downgrades Skymiles, Las Vegas Hacked & Why to Jump on Frontier’s Big Status Match!

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss the recent hacks of many of the major Las Vegas casinos. Both Caesars and MGM suffered cyberattacks, but what has the reality been on the ground and should it affect your decision to go to Vegas? They also go into the details of the brand new Fontainebleau Las Vegas megaresort including when it is opening and why it has been under construction for over 15 years. Other topics discussed include: Credit card 4th quarter 5X bonus categories, the big changes Delta made to Skymiles and why the Frontier status match opportunity is maybe the best deal going on right now. Episode Notes 7:56 - New Frontier status match 18:37 - Delta’s massive status devaluation 28:46 - Vegas news and meltdowns  42:25 - Q4 credit card bonuses Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

46m
Sep 21, 2023
United's Interesting New Product, Canada Quirks, Hyatt's New Premium Credit Card & More

Episode Description On this episode of the podcast Shawn and Joe discuss so some of the quirks of Air Canada plus a recap of the MtM Diamond meetup in Vancouver. They also discuss links for increased Chase Ink offers, remembering 9/11, United's new narrowbody business class, Marriott's soft landing, what JetBlue is doing to merge with Spirit and Hyatt's new survey that teases a premium credit card offering you will want to know about! Episode Notes 0:00 - Vancouver MTM Diamond meetup stories and Air Canada 18:46 - Premium Hyatt Chase card? 25:44 - Marriott status soft landings 30:24 - Chase Ink offers 31:40 - Jetblue/Spirit merger updates 39:00 - United’s new narrowbody business class Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

47m
Sep 14, 2023
Hilton Lounge Downgrades, 30 Days On A Cruise Ship & A Traveler's of Flying

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss some new Hilton Amex no lifetime language offers and ponder how their lounges have changed in the past few years. They also discuss whether 30 nights on a cruise ship is a dream or a nightmare, how Priority Pass is getting more expensive and why even the most seasoned flyers can become overwhelmed with fear. Episode Notes 4:20 - Air Canada redemption to YVR 7:32 - Thirty (!) day Carnival cruise 16:20 - Growing up in the miles and points game 21:20 - Useless Hilton lounges 26:11 - Priority Pass lounge price increasing 28:54 - Hilton No Lifetime Language offers 31:13 - Fear of Flying and some of our roughest flight experiences Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

43m
Sep 07, 2023
New Cathay First, JetBlue's Dirty Secret & Those Who Divide Us

Episode Description On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss the quirky new Cathay Pacific First Class seat that is coming to the 777-9. It is sure to be a popular product when it launches. They also discuss how JetBlue will raise fares after the Spirit merger and why divisive people are hurting the miles and points hobby. Episode Notes 10:28 - Cathay Pacific new first class seats 15:28 - Jetblue raising Spirit prices 18:43 - Renting timeshares with points 23:36 - Be positive Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Sticher, Spotify, TuneIn http://tun.in/pjwev, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! MUSIC: REWIND BY JAY SOMEDAY | HTTPS://SOUNDCLOUD.COM/JAYSOMEDAY MUSIC PROMOTED BY HTTPS://WWW.FREE-STOCK-MUSIC.COM CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 3.0 UNPORTED LICENSE

38m
Aug 31, 2023