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Stay ahead of the points and miles game with Miles & Points Daily Podcast - your essential morning briefing on everything happening in the world of travel rewards. Each weekday, we deliver a quick yet comprehensive roundup of the latest credit card offers, airline and hotel promotions, award sweet spots, and insider tips to help you maximize your travel rewards.
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Bilt Rewards is offering a jaw-dropping status-based transfer bonus to Japan Airlines Mileage Bank on March 1st Rent Day, with top-tier members unlocking a bonus that dwarfs anything the industry has seen before. Hilton Honors free night certificates are getting a deep dive, revealing how savvy travelers are squeezing double the standard valuation out of high-demand properties. The Citi AAdvantage Executive card just launched one of its strongest-ever welcome offers, and the new Atmos Rewards cards are turning heads after sweeping a major travel award. We also cover a TSA security breach that made international headlines, FAA-forced flight cuts at O'Hare that could impact your summer plans, and a major shift at JFK Terminal Five that will change how JetBlue passengers get their rideshares.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
All four Hilton American Express co-branded cards are now offering elevated limited-time welcome bonuses with free night awards, and the deadline is closer than you think. Alaska Airlines has rebranded its loyalty program to Atmos Rewards, introducing a miles-flown earning structure and a game-changing perk for top-tier members that no other US carrier offers. Air France-KLM is making a long-overdue improvement to its Flying Blue mileage expiration policy that rewards all earning activity — but you need to check your account before May 4th. British Airways is overhauling its entire A380 fleet with a massive premium cabin upgrade that could make Avios redemptions significantly more valuable. Plus, Qantas is launching a historic new route that Australian travelers have been waiting years for, and United MileagePlus is making moves that should have frequent flyers paying close attention.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
Hyatt is overhauling its award pricing with a new five-tier system that could increase costs by up to 37.5%, and savvy travelers need to act before the changes hit. Bilt's March Rent Day is bringing a massive Japan Airlines transfer bonus of up to 125% depending on your status tier, making it one of the most valuable Rent Days yet. IHG has two deals stacking right now, including a 100% points purchase bonus and a targeted Amex Offer worth $50 back on qualifying stays. Delta's elevated welcome offers on the Platinum and Reserve Amex cards are ending April 1st, with up to 125,000 bonus miles on the table. Plus, Resy is merging with Tock to unlock over 25,000 new dining venues for Amex cardholders with dining credits.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
World of Hyatt is overhauling its award chart effective May 2026, introducing five pricing tiers within each of its eight categories — and at the top end, redemption costs are jumping by as much as 67%, meaning popular properties like Park Hyatt Kyoto could soon cost 75,000 points per night. Bilt is running a massive one-day Japan Airlines transfer bonus on March 1st, with bonuses ranging from 25% all the way up to 125% depending on your elite status — making it one of the best transfer deals of the year. Chase Ultimate Rewards has quietly added Wyndham Rewards as a new transfer partner at a 1:1 ratio, though most travel experts say it's rarely worth the trade given Chase points' superior value elsewhere. American Express cardholders have new opportunities to maximize their benefits, including a targeted IHG Amex Offer for up to $50 back and a major Resy-Tock merger that will unlock over 25,000 new dining and hospitality venues. Plus, Delta SkyMiles cards are offering elevated welcome bonuses until April 1st, and there's a surprising development at a major Marriott property in Amsterdam that could affect upcoming bookings.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
Chase Ultimate Rewards has officially added a new transfer partner, opening up fresh redemption options for road trippers and points collectors alike. Citi ThankYou members also have a limited-time transfer bonus on the table, but the math might surprise you before you pull the trigger. The World of Hyatt Credit Card's best-ever welcome offer — worth up to five free nights and more — expires at 9 a.m. Eastern today, so time is absolutely critical. Marriott Bonvoy fans get a double win with achievable lifetime elite status news and a jaw-dropping one-point redemption for Coachella and Stagecoach VIP packages dropping this week. Plus, a new Park Hyatt property is now bookable for 2027, Lufthansa's Allegris business class certification drama finally has a resolution, and Spirit Airlines shares a bankruptcy exit timeline with updates for Free Spirit members.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
Global Entry has been suspended amid the government shutdown, creating massive lines at US airports — and we break down exactly what you can do right now if you're traveling internationally. Delta is putting a jaw-dropping number of first class seats on a brand new aircraft configuration, and transcontinental flyers will want to pay attention. We also cover a viral hotel hack that is equal parts disgusting and cautionary, plus a rare shopping portal opportunity that could score you a free flight from a single Apple purchase. Rounding things out, we compare the top hotel loyalty programs for suite upgrades, dive into World of Hyatt's coveted lifetime Globalist status, and reveal how to fast-track your way to Air France-KLM Flying Blue elite status without even stepping on their planes.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
Major chaos is unfolding in Mexico's Jalisco region, with airports closed and flights canceled amid widespread violence — if you have travel planned to Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, or Manzanillo, you need to hear this now. Back home, a surprise government move temporarily upended trusted traveler programs, and while TSA PreCheck was quickly restored, Global Entry remains suspended with no clear timeline for resolution. On the deals front, Rakuten is offering massive point-earning opportunities on everyday purchases, and the World of Hyatt Credit Card has a rare elevated welcome offer worth up to five free nights — but it expires in just days. There's also a compelling new airline credit card on the market with a generous welcome bonus and valuable transfer partners you may not have considered. Tune in for all the details, including a manufactured spending deal at office supply stores and an honest look at the Bilt Palladium authorized user experience.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
United Airlines has overhauled its MileagePlus program with major changes coming in April that could mean earning zero miles on some flights. TSA PreCheck and Global Entry have been suspended, so if you're heading to the airport soon, you need to hear this before you go. Lufthansa passengers spent the night trapped on a grounded plane at one of Europe's busiest hubs in a story that sounds unbelievable but actually happened. Several valuable transfer bonuses from Chase and Capital One are expiring at the end of February, including deals on Japan Airlines and Virgin Atlantic that are too good to ignore. Plus, there's a warning about hotel points cancellations that could cost you thousands in unexpected cash charges.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
A Reddit user set the entire miles and points world on fire with detailed World of Hyatt program change rumors — then claimed it was all a misinformation experiment, leaving everyone wondering what's actually true. Comedian Jim Breuer's viral rant after being bumped from his paid first class seats on American Airlines to row 18 is exposing a little-known airline policy most travelers don't know exists. The new Bilt Palladium card is already delivering fast on its welcome bonus and elite status perks, while the Atmos Rewards Business Visa is turning heads with a companion fare and over $1,000 in point value. Emirates is reconfiguring its densest A380s to add business class seats and a brand-new premium economy cabin, and Virgin Atlantic just opened up WestJet award redemptions for Flying Club members. Plus, IHG's fourth-night-free benefit quietly saved one traveler over $1,000 last year — here's how to make it work for you.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
World of Hyatt is reportedly on the verge of a massive loyalty program overhaul, introducing new hotel categories and pricing tiers that could significantly impact how you redeem your points. United Airlines is also making waves with sweeping MileagePlus changes that could slash your mile earnings by up to 40% depending on whether you hold a co-branded credit card. On the credit card front, a major airline card just dropped a limited-time welcome bonus that's the highest we've seen in a while, and Chase Ultimate Rewards points can now unlock American Airlines premium cabins at up to two cents per point. Plus, transfer bonuses from Chase and Capital One are expiring soon, and there's a cautionary tale for anyone with upcoming hotel stays in Amsterdam.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten
Rakuten has launched an unprecedented promotion offering 100% cashback or up to 32,588 transferable points for just $275.88 - potentially the best points acquisition deal of the year. We also cover United's CFO dropping hints about potential airline mergers that could reshape loyalty programs, Bank of America's new rewards program launching in May with significant tier changes, and American Airlines' updated baggage fee structure. Plus, credit card fraud lessons and what to expect when flying Gulf carriers during Ramadan.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessRakutenBilt RewardsCapital OneRamp
Virgin Atlantic's new WestJet partnership disappoints as business class award availability is completely blocked on long-haul routes, leaving only economy options available. Alaska Airlines announces their Global Getaways promotion with up to 60% off economy awards to destinations like Copenhagen, Helsinki, and Hokkaido through May. American Airlines offers incredible value to Jamaica at just 8,000 miles each way in economy or 20,000 in business class. Plus, IHG launches their 21st brand called Noted Collection, targeting upscale properties with curated experiences, and Hyatt announces a new Andaz ski resort coming to Utah in 2029.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessRakutenBilt RewardsCapital OneRamp
Spirit Airlines faces another major setback as it loses a key credit card partnership amid ongoing bankruptcy struggles. We also break down the newly launched Free Spirit Debit Card and why it's probably not worth the monthly fees. Plus, discover why Accor Hotels points are currently the most valuable in the loyalty game at 2.37 cents each, and learn about a limited-time Visa Infinite offer for free Regal movie tickets. A US Bank Altitude Reserve product change data point reveals surprising benefits for cardholders looking to downgrade.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessRakutenBilt RewardsCapital OneRamp
American Express Platinum cardholders face a major setback as United TravelBank deposits no longer trigger the $200 airline incidental reimbursement as of February 5th, with Delta potentially next on the chopping block. This episode also covers a profitable Office Depot gift card promotion running through February 21st, and explores why the IHG One Rewards Traveler Credit Card's fourth night free benefit might be one of the best no-annual-fee perks available right now. Plus, we break down strategic multi-card approaches for American, Delta, and United flyers, along with IHG elite status maximization tips.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessRakutenBilt RewardsCapital OneRamp
Today we're covering a surprising development with Marriott elite benefits that challenges their official policy. We also explore Malaysia Airlines' impressive new business class product on their A330neo, complete with free high-speed WiFi and exceptional service. Plus, Chase just launched a 40% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic through February 28th, opening up some incredible redemption opportunities for ANA first class and flights to London. Finally, learn how one traveler just secured $1,900 in EU261 compensation for a delayed award flight—proof that these protections work regardless of how you book.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessRakutenBilt RewardsCapital OneRamp
Chase Ultimate Rewards is offering a massive 40% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club through February 28th, creating incredible opportunities for business class flights to London and Japan. We also cover Flying Blue's 80% bonus on purchased miles, Delta's unusual 44-seat first class configuration coming this summer, and American Airlines' plans to return to Venezuela after seven years. Plus, a cautionary tale about British Airways crew members who accidentally consumed cannabis edibles gifted by a passenger.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessRakutenBilt RewardsCapital OneRamp
Capital One has officially announced the February 18, 2026 opening date for its flagship Landing lounge at LaGuardia, featuring Chef José Andrés tapas and tableside martini service. Plus, discover why the Capital One JFK lounge just won Best New Credit Card Lounge, with 24/7 access and a unique cheesemonger experience. We also cover the newly opened Alila Mayakoba in Mexico's Riviera Maya, bookable for just 21,000 Hyatt points per night, and Singapore Airlines' new 30% discount on KrisFlyer award tickets. The Grand Hyatt DFW's $34 million renovation is complete, making it an even better choice for connecting travelers.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessRakutenBilt RewardsCapital OneRamp
Southwest Airlines announces a major fleet-wide Starlink Wi-Fi upgrade that will transform in-flight connectivity for Rapid Rewards members by 2026. United Airlines is taking an unprecedented approach by offering Silver elite status through targeted credit card offers, potentially reshaping how loyalty programs work. American Express cracks down on Delta cardholders exploiting a hotel credit loophole, clawing back statement credits from those who pushed the boundaries. Plus, EVA Air launches a new Taipei-Washington Dulles route, and we explore strategic ways to maximize the Bilt Palladium Card for homeowners.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessRakutenBilt RewardsCapital OneRamp
Southwest Airlines faces the aftermath of massive policy changes as the activist investor who pushed for bag fees and seat assignments cashes out. American Airlines prepares for major fleet upgrades on A319 and A320 aircraft while flight attendants plan protests at headquarters. The Bilt Palladium Card emerges as a points-earning powerhouse with new strategies yielding 3x returns. Plus, Virgin Atlantic launches a limited-time status match opportunity for British Airways members, and United expands its Blue Sky partnership with JetBlue to include elite reciprocity benefits.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessRakutenBilt RewardsCapital OneRamp
Chase Ultimate Rewards portal has been incorrectly charging resort fees to Hyatt Globalist members who are exempt from these charges. We cover how to get your money back and why booking channels matter for elite perks. Plus, Marriott opens registration for its first 2026 promotion with brand-based bonus nights, United unveils its most premium-configured aircraft ever with 64 Polaris seats, Avianca LifeMiles offers up to 155% bonus on purchased miles, and the UK's ETA grace period ends February 25th with fee increases coming soon. We also discuss American Airlines CEO facing an unprecedented no-confidence vote from flight attendants.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessRakutenBilt RewardsCapital OneRamp
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