As you know, my true passion is travel, not Manufactured Spend. I had never looked into making profit from our hobby aside of free trips. I had been advocating against going into Manufactured Spend for profit for a long time; right until it stopped making sense. However, increased spend requirements and decreased benefits of the loyalty… Continue Reading
What Happens in Walmart…
Had a bit of a problem today. My job sometimes takes me away from New York and into the CVS and Walmart wonderlands AKA New Jersey and Long Island. One Vanilla cards are still plentiful here, and you rarely hear these nasty two words Cash Only. And while there are always some problems with money kiosks… Continue Reading
Credit Cards Round Up — New Offers
First of all, I have updated my Best Credit Cards for… sections. Take a gander and see for yourself what you have been missing. The credit card links listed in these sections do not earn affiliate commissions, and they truly represent the best value you’ll be able to find anywhere! Best Credit Cards for Free… Continue Reading
All-Inclusive Resort for $19 a Night per Person. It’s Real and It’s Spectacular!
Today’s Update per Travelzoo: 1. In addition to the date below you can stay May 1 – Aug. 31 or Nov. 16 – Dec. 23 for $10 more. 2. They charge extra $5 per person per day for the Cofresi part of the resort (it’s the same resort and you can use all the facilities).… Continue Reading
Turn Your IHG Free Annual Night into… Two IHG Free Annual Nights!
Please read updates: UPDATE #1 UPDATE #2 There is a reason why I cheerfully pay my annual $49 fee for a Chase IHG credit card, and believe me when I say that I don’t pay for anything cheerfully. But this card… There is something about it. Like a free night at any IHG hotel… Continue Reading
Two Pillars of Manufactured Spend for the Lazy: Amazon Payments and AMEX Serve
Before we delve deeper into murkier and darker waters of manufactured spend, let’s make sure we have covered the basics. The two easiest ways to make sure you can meet the credit card bonus spend requirements or even make a few bucks on the side, are Amazon Payments and AMEX Serve. There is nothing easier… Continue Reading
Manufactured Spend: BB or Not BB?
American Express Bluebird and American Express Serve prepaid cards are the apples from the same tree, but they do have “their differences”. I posted about Bluebird and Serve here, but since Vanilla Reload is dead, it’s time to make a few adjustments. American Express Bluebird allows you to load prepaid cards, such as Vanilla Reload One… Continue Reading
Manufactured Spend: Amazon Payments Enhancements
If Amazon Payments is the only method you are willing to do, there are ways to pimp your ride slightly. Yesterday, I mentioned that you can throw anything at Amazon Payments: credit cards, debit cards, debit gift cards, your lunch leftovers — it will digest everything. The only thing Amazon Payments won’t take is Amazon… Continue Reading
Manufactured Spend for Lazy Travelers: Amazon Payments Updated
Warning: Manufactured Spend is an advanced technique used either to obtain miles and points or for monetary gains. To all my readers who don’t know what I’m talking about here, please do not dive in. You need to read a lot on the topic to avoid dire consequences. Yes, really! As you might or might… Continue Reading
Unique Underwater Hotel Experience: Manta Resort, Tanzania
This is a different post. It’s not about miles, points or even a trip report. It’s about the place I’ve never been to. A couple of months ago, I posted an article on Frugal Travel Guy about finding the least expensive stay at an overwater bungalow, and then I stumbled upon this conceptual marvel! Of… Continue Reading
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