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! Note: VANILLA RELOAD IS DEAD… Continue Reading
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Manufactured Spend: Over Easy!
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! It’s been a while since… Continue Reading
A Few Afterthoughts for the New Marriott Changes 2014
OK, so I’ve had a chance to play with new Marriott changes a little bit longer. I was mostly interested in determining whether or not the value of the program has been considerably reduced in 1-4 categories. Not only because redemptions for these categories doesn’t cost an arm and a leg, but also because the… Continue Reading
Aftermath of Big Marriott Rewards Devaluation 2014
People tend to divide others into two groups, pessimists and optimists. You know, those who see the glass half-empty and those who see it half-full. I’m neither. I usually wait with a great patience until the glass gets drained, and then I happily smash it against the wall. I don’t think that’s classifiable. Or… Continue Reading
Friday Mish-Mash: US Air Crash, Marriott Rumors, Taliban Video, etc
US Airways Plane Crashes in Philly. No Injuries Are Reported A US Airways Airbus A320 crashed during takeoff at Philadelphia International Airport within the past hour. Flight 1702 was on the runway taking off en route to Fort Lauderdale when a tire blew out, a US Airways spokesman told Frequent Business Traveler. There were no injuries were… Continue Reading
The End of Churning? Writings on AMEX Wall
Is American Express onto us? Dan’s post that made a big splash yesterday warns about the upcoming end of our ability to churn American Express cards every 12 months. A few of his readers spoke with AMEX reps who told them that AMEX was about to implement new (?) policy prohibiting members from receiving a… Continue Reading
Best Miles Redemption Values: A Slightly Contrarian Opinion
Everyone knows that booking an award seat in premium class represents best redemption values. Depending on your destination, you can get 6, 12, hell, even 20 cents per mile if you redeem in Business and especially the First. Compare that to lame 1.5-2 cents on a mile in lousy domestic economy. Well, maybe 3 cents if… Continue Reading
Credit Card News
New and Improved US Bank Avianca/Taca LifeMiles 40,000-mile offer Technically speaking, it is not new. This offer has been available for about 2 weeks, but somehow it fell through the cracks up until now. Sorry about that. Now there’s an easy way to earn LifeMiles with your day-to-day purchases and later redeem them for your… Continue Reading
Siem Reap: Angkor Wat and Other Wats, Day Two, PM
I know I’m lagging way behind in my trip reports. First, I managed to catch a nasty bug in Thailand that just wouldn’t go away, and second, it’s a freaking tragedy when your day job interferes with your hobby. 🙂 Sorry about that. This is a long post/ Just a fair warning. Previous posts:… Continue Reading
How to Get United Club Access Free for the First Year
The regular Chase United Club Credit Card carries $395 annual fee with a $100 statement credit. As I mentioned in my yesterday Definitive Guide to Free or Cheap access to Airport Lounges, it is possible to get this card with the annual fee waived for the first year, although this won’t work for everyone. Out… Continue Reading
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