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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.
Whether it's breaking news about limited-time bonuses, analysis of program changes, or timely reminders about expiring deals, we keep you informed in just minutes a day. Perfect for your morning commute or daily routine, this podcast ensures you never miss an opportunity to earn and burn your miles and points effectively.
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Turkish Miles & Smiles just slashed their Hawaii sweet spot by 150% overnight, while British Airways announces vague redemption increases starting December 15th. We break down the Citi Strata Elite's incredible first-year value of $2,700, plus an elevated 175,000-point Chase Sapphire Reserve offer you need to check eligibility for immediately. Also covered: Hilton's secret new elite tier above Diamond Reserve, Air France expanding La Premiere first class by 40%, and Korean Air finally rolling out free Starlink Wi-Fi across their fleet.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 Airlines launches a controversial $5,000 AAdvantage Pass that includes instant Gold status and 100,000 miles, but does the math actually work out? Capital One announces a 25% devaluation for Emirates Skywards transfers starting January 2026, following similar moves by other card issuers. Plus, the Capital One Venture X brings back its 100,000-mile welcome bonus, Chase opens a compact new Sapphire Lounge in Las Vegas, and British Airways Club increases award prices by 10% with refreshing honesty about why. We also cover Porter Airlines potentially joining oneworld, Turkish Miles and Smiles sweet spots disappearing, and JetBlue founder David Neeleman's bold prediction about a Spirit-Frontier merger.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
A critical software issue with Airbus A320 flight computers has forced thousands of jets into emergency maintenance worldwide, with JetBlue facing major operational chaos. A viral Marriott housekeeping training video reveals disturbing cleaning practices using the same rag for toilets, counters, and coffee makers. We cover an incredible Citi AAdvantage Business card offer with 75,000 miles and no first-year fee, plus IHG's generous Cyber Monday promotion offering 5x points. Also featuring transfer bonus analysis from Chase and Bilt, Southwest's unusual passenger delay decision, and essential year-end reminders for maximizing your Amex Platinum credits.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 Airlines is implementing higher checked bag fees on short-haul international flights starting this Monday, making credit card perks more valuable than ever. We break down American's confusing business class seat configurations across their 777 and 787 fleets, and compare them to United's more consistent Polaris experience. Plus, discover the new Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Mexico's Riviera Nayarit, and learn why the Citi Strata Elite Card offers exceptional first-year value due to its calendar-year benefit structure. We also cover Citi's unique 37-day annual fee refund policy and what it means for maximizing your 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
Ryanair abruptly cancels its Prime membership after just eight months, citing benefits that exceeded revenue by nearly 2 million euros. We cover an urgent Airbus A320 software fix affecting 6,000 aircraft worldwide following a serious JetBlue incident. American Airlines launches its best AAdvantage miles sale of the year with up to 50% off through December 2nd. Plus, Marriott elite members may want to verify their late checkout benefits, and we highlight several time-sensitive deals ending soon.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
Hyatt has quietly gone live on Rakuten with an unprecedented 12x points or 12% back on stays while you still earn full Hyatt points and elite benefits—one of the richest stacking opportunities ever offered. We also cover Delta and SAS business class fares to Europe dropping into the $1,600s, a shocking hotel key card security test revealing months-old cards still work, and Best Western's 20% bonus gift card promotion. Plus, the reality check on Marriott Ambassador status that perfectly captures the brand's elite experience, and major national park price increases coming for international visitors in 2026.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
Delta's returning Los Angeles to Hong Kong route is showing unprecedented business class award availability with over nine Delta One seats on nearly every summer flight starting at just 93,500 SkyMiles. We also cover the new Citi Strata card lineup with welcome bonuses up to 100,000 points, Rakuten's partnership with Bilt for points redemption, and Emirates bringing its newest A350 aircraft to Montreal. Plus, disappointing news about the Park Hyatt Los Cabos opening delays and New Pacific Airlines shutting down operations.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 launches a massive tiered transfer bonus to Air Canada Aeroplan, offering up to 35% bonus points through early 2026. We cover Citi's record-breaking 75,000-mile offer on the AAdvantage Business card with strong approval odds, plus Avianca LifeMiles' 150% bonus sale running through December. Also discussed: Etihad's controversial award ticket flexibility changes, their exciting A380 return to Tokyo with The Residence, and why Hyatt elite members generate half of Hyatt Place revenue despite inconsistent benefits. Plus, Kimpton's new social password and Lufthansa's stunning centennial livery reveal.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
The Chase Sapphire Reserve just raised its annual fee to $795, but new analysis shows the premium perks might finally justify the cost. We break down the enhanced benefits and compare them to Capital One Venture X's massive 400,000-mile welcome offer. Plus, discover which transferable points are actually best for hotel stays (the answer might surprise you), and learn the lounge access secret that could save you from crowded airport lounges. We also cover Southwest's new baggage fees and which credit cards still get you free checked bags.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
Swiss has opened unusually wide business class award space for summer 2026, with up to nine seats available on the same flight—a significant departure from their typically conservative release patterns. We cover how to book these awards through United, Aeroplan, and Avianca using transferable points. Plus, we analyze the first-year value proposition of the Citi Strata Elite card, share China Airlines' milestone all-male crew flight celebrating policy changes, and discuss Air India's surprising discovery of a 43-year-old Boeing 737 they forgot they owned for over a decade. We also cover Holiday Inn's major breakfast changes, Royal Air Maroc's planned Los Angeles route, and what it means for LAX's connectivity.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
Air India's shocking discovery of a forgotten Boeing 737 after 13 years reveals the depth of its pre-privatization mismanagement. Seattle-Tacoma Airport faces a critical fuel shortage with no restoration timeline, forcing EVA Air and Starlux to add refueling stops just before Thanksgiving. Marriott makes its Ambassador Plus One benefit permanent, allowing high-spending members to gift elite status to a companion. Plus, Chase unveils an all-time high 175,000-point offer for the Sapphire Reserve through a new prequalification tool, and Emirates extends its iconic A380 fleet through the 2040s.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
United Airlines dramatically increased close-in saver award prices by 33% without warning, while American Express reloaded the Business Platinum card with a 200,000-point welcome bonus. Hilton announced sweeping elite status changes for 2026, including lowered thresholds for Gold and Diamond but a controversial new Diamond Reserve tier that affects upgrade priority. We also cover a brand-new Hyatt all-inclusive in Cancun, Emirates' A380 seat refresh plans, and the return of Capital One Venture X's highest bonus in four years at 100,000 miles.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
Citi has brought back its best-ever offer for the AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard with 75,000 American Airlines miles and no first-year annual fee. Emirates announces free Starlink WiFi across its entire fleet, upgrading from painfully slow speeds to fiber-optic connectivity by mid-2027. Delta's Salt Lake City Sky Club faces controversy after a toy dog was spotted walking the buffet line in violation of health codes. Plus, we cover Japan Airlines first class for just 80,000 AA miles, Wells Fargo's growing transfer partners, and major changes coming to authorized user lounge access policies across multiple card issuers.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 has added restrictive lifetime language to its no-annual-fee Ink business cards that could impact your ability to earn welcome bonuses across multiple cards. We also cover elevated Citi AAdvantage offers worth up to $1,485, expiring Capital One and Chase transfer bonuses, and the Sonder bankruptcy that left Marriott guests stranded. Plus, Rakuten now partners with Bilt Rewards and is offering a best-ever $50 sign-up bonus for new members.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 has implemented significant changes to Ink Business card welcome bonus eligibility that mirror earlier Sapphire restrictions, while offering transfer bonuses up to 70% to Marriott and 40% to Virgin Atlantic. The Trump administration has formally withdrawn proposed regulations requiring airlines to pay cash compensation for controllable flight delays, keeping the U.S. behind European consumer protections. Capital One is offering a 20% British Airways transfer bonus, and new polling reveals nearly half of Americans have safety concerns affecting their holiday travel plans. Plus, Marriott extends its status soft landing policy through 2026.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
Alaska Airlines reveals its first-ever transatlantic flight schedule, with Seattle to Rome service starting April 28, 2026. We cover special credit card offers including 100,000 points on the Citi Strata Elite and a limited Hyatt status accelerator ending in one week. Plus, American Airlines sparks controversy by upgrading deadheading pilots over elite customers, and Apple launches Digital ID for US passports at TSA checkpoints. We also discuss Virgin Atlantic's innovative High Five loyalty program rewarding members who've flown across five distinct years.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 drops unprecedented credit card bonuses that are making waves in the miles and points community. We break down two record-breaking Venture X offers, including a 400,000-mile business card bonus that's the highest we've ever seen. Plus, the legendary Starwood name makes a surprising return to hotel loyalty programs, and we share a heartwarming Delta story that restored our faith in airline customer service. We also compare the top four premium travel cards to help you choose the right one for your travel goals.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
Citi has just launched an eye-catching 100,000 point welcome bonus on the Strata Elite card, making it the only transferable points card that allows transfers to American Airlines AAdvantage. Plus, a $38 billion Visa and Mastercard settlement could fundamentally change how merchants accept your premium rewards cards, potentially impacting the future of credit card rewards. We're also covering Marriott's messy Sonder partnership collapse that left guests scrambling, multiple transfer bonuses worth up to 40% from Chase and Capital One, and an easy-to-use $400 annual Amex Platinum dining credit that many cardholders overlook. Don't miss these time-sensitive opportunities and important updates that could affect your points strategy.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
Marriott has ended its partnership with Sonder effective immediately due to default, leaving guests scrambling just months after the brand launched. Hilton is introducing a new Diamond Reserve tier with confirmed suite upgrades while reducing qualification requirements across all existing tiers by 30%. A potential settlement between Visa, Mastercard, and merchants could allow stores to reject premium credit cards, threatening lucrative rewards programs. Plus, flight delays hit 30% as government shutdown impacts air traffic control staffing.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
The American Express Platinum Card just received a major refresh with a fee increase to $895, but the new benefits package tells a surprising story. We break down how up to $1,500 in new annual credits could more than justify the higher fee, including expanded hotel credits, quarterly Resy credits, and streamlined entertainment credits. Plus, Chase's highest Ink Business card bonuses in a year are disappearing November 13th, Hyatt is finally launching a premium credit card with a path to elite status through Sapphire Reserve, and Rove Miles just introduced loyalty-eligible bookings that let you stack rewards like never before.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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