Points Game: Tortoise Strategy Triumphs [Weekly Top Posts]

by BoardingArea | May 15, 2024 | 0 Comments

1. Error in FAA Reauthorization Bill Could Let Airlines Put Travel Agents Out of Business

The FAA Reauthorization bill requires travel agents to provide refunds where they are the vendor of record charging the customer – even when they’ve paid the airline and the airline hasn’t given the money back to them (if they ever get the money back).

a man sitting at a desk using a computer

2. Let’s Go Again – My Favorite Credit Card Anniversary Bonuses

A simple perk to receive while doing nothing, credit card anniversary bonuses can bring value. These are the ones I enjoy most.

a close up of a credit card

3. Bubbling Bliss: A Review of World Of Coca Cola in Atlanta, GA Plus 5 Tips

When I was a kid, I remember being so excited to visit the World of Coca-Cola Museum. So, when I had the opportunity to go to Atlanta in October 2023, I knew I had to make a stop there.

a sign on a wall

4. Delta Adds Premium Heavy CRJ-550 to Fleet

SkyWest will begin operating CRJ-550s on behalf of Delta Connection as the airline adds much needed 50 seat regional capacity.

a plane on the runway

5. Citi Strata Premier Card Now Live

Just this week, Citi introduced the Citi Strata Premier Card, a revamped version of the Citi Premier card featuring some fresh benefits.

a red brick wall with white letters

6. Delta SkyMiles Awarding MQDs for Hotels & Rental Cars

For a limited time, Delta SkyMiles is counting hotels and rental cars toward elite status. Here’s how this interesting promotion works.

a seat with a bag and a seat belt

7. American and Alaska Flight Attendants Live in Poverty and Experience Homelessness

It’s no secret that flights are still jam packed and that airlines have been largely profitable. But not every airline is sharing the wealth like Delta did with the $1.4 billion in bonuses it paid in February. New hires at American Airlines are being issued “poverty verification letters” so that they may apply for government benefits and 9% of Alaska Airlines flight attendants have experienced homelessness in the past year. This is so unacceptable.

a woman holding a black purse

8. My Credit Card Cancellation Spree

I decided to embark on a credit card cancellation spree – a bit disillusioned by all the annual fee increases and lack of tangible benefits.

an axe stuck in a tree stump

9. Flight Attendants Charged in $8 Million Drug Money Scheme

Four flight attendants have been charged with their involvement in an $8 million drug money smuggling scheme to the Dominican Republic.

a group of airplanes at an airport

10. I’d Rather Be the Tortoise than the Hare: Slow and Steady Wins the Points Game

Discover the benefits of taking a slow and steady approach to collecting points and miles. Learn how to build your stash over time and travel like a pro.

a turtle on a paper money

11. Delta Air Lines Corporate Calls Me Within Hours After Complaint and Provides a 30,000 SkyMiles Gift

In a remarkable display of customer service, Delta Corporate swiftly responded to a complaint, contacting the customer within hours and generously offering a 30,000 SkyMiles gift as a gesture of goodwill. This proactive approach underscores Delta’s commitment to addressing customer concerns promptly and satisfactorily.

a screen on the back of a seat

12. Stolen Valor? United Passenger Reported for Faking Military Service to Get Free Snack

During a United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Newark, a passenger observed a woman in coach allegedly exploiting purportedly false military credentials to receive complimentary food.

a man in uniform looking at a woman in an airplane
Weekly Top Posts
Also on BoardingArea
Live and Let’s Fly
United Now Selling $6,000+ Business Class Tickets That Earn Zero Miles
United Airlines recently announced the introduction of “basic” business class fares, which are now for sale on a handful of routes. Unfortunately, the tickets are even more restricted than we originally were led to believe when it comes to mileage earning in a way that seems to defy logic. United...
Miles To Memories
American Airlines Loyalists Don’t Get Elite Benefits in Basic Economy
American Airlines really does not want you to purchase Basic Economy tickets.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Earn a Mystery Bonus of Atmos Points by Shopping in April
Effective through Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11:59:59 in the evening Eastern Daylight Time, you can earn bonus Alaska Airlines Atmos points — in addition to the standard Atmos points earned — during the Mystery Bonus campaign at the Atmos Shopping portal by spending a minimum of...
View from the Wing
Uber Is Testing A Better Way To Rent Cars — Skip The Counter, Skip The Shuttle, Get Delivery
Uber has stumbled onto a much better rental car idea by letting customers skip the counter and shuttle bus and have a car delivered to them instead. The problem is that the service (1) short-changes drivers, so they become unreliable and (2) still rides on Avis - as a result...
Your Mileage May Vary
The Best (And Worst) U.S. Airlines In 2026
Everyone has their own idea of what makes an airline “the best.” For some, it’s all about price. For others, it’s the onboard experience, the route network, or simply how…
Miles To Memories
New Amex Offer: Up to 3% Extra Cash Back at Lowe’s, Home Depot and More
American Express has a new Amex Offer for select business cardmembers, offering up to ab extra 3% back at construction material and hardware stores.
One Mile at a Time
What A Mess: Lufthansa Pilots & Flight Attendants Stage Back-To-Back Strikes
It amazes me how bad Lufthansa management is at labor relations, despite the top brass at the company somehow priding themselves in being good at this. I just don’t get it.
View from the Wing
I Pay $2,600 In Fees For Four Credit Cards — And Still Come Out Ahead
Paying thousands of dollars a year in credit card annual fees sounds irrational. But by stacking the right premium cards — and actually using the benefits — it’s possible to come out far ahead.
Frequent Miler
JetBlue adds surcharges on United international award tickets
As flagged by One Mile at a Time, JetBlue TrueBlue has begun adding surcharges to international United award tickets. While TrueBlue doesn’t offer particularly good deals on these flights in terms of the points cost, it is concerning to see such a close partner add surcharges on United award tickets....
From The Tray Table
Inside Air India’s retrofitted Boeing 787 Dreamliner with all-new biz suites
At long last, Air India is giving its existing fleet the overhaul it desperately needs. The first wide-body…
Miles To Memories
More Issues With Amex Airline Incidentals, Two Excellent NLL Offers Return, $200 Bonus – Plus Unlock Extra Spend & More
All of that plus up to 40% off Marriott, swearing off Delta credit cards, 20 cents off per gallon for Amazon Prime members and more.
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta Unveils A350-1000 With Massive Premium Cabin And New Business Class Suites
Delta Air Lines has unveiled its new onboard product for the Airbus A350-1000, fearing a refreshed Delta One Suite in business class, and an aggressively premium approach to the cabin layout. Delta Reveals New A350-1000 Business Class Suites And A Very Premium-Heavy Aircraft We’ve had many hints and leaks over...
The Bulkhead Seat
United’s Basic Business Class Fares Arrive With Major Loyalty Tradeoffs
As I wrote about earlier this month, United Airlines has officially started selling its…
One Mile at a Time
What Is A Boutique Hotel? Does The Term Mean Nothing At This Point?
There’s no denying that hotels take quite some liberties with how they market themselves. There’s no global regulatory body that decides whether a hotel is a five-star property, or if it’s boutique. So I’d like to talk about that in a bit more detail in this post — what exactly...
One Mile at a Time
What Is A Boutique Hotel? Does The Term Mean Nothing At This Point?
There’s no denying that hotels take quite some liberties with how they market themselves. There’s no global regulatory body that decides whether a hotel is a five-star property, or if it’s boutique. So I’d like to talk about that in a bit more detail in this post — what exactly...
Points With a Crew
Japan Airlines Boeing 787-800 Business Class Review MNL-NRT
I recently flew business class on the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-800 MNL-NRT from Manila to Tokyo. This Japan Airlines business class review will talk about seats, food, amenities and ...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
American Airlines Flight Attendants Say They Should Be Paid More For Working London Flights Due to Catering Mess
Flight attendants at American Airlines are demanding more money to work flights to London Heathrow because of extra work caused by the carrier’s decision to ditch its long-standing catering supplier at the airport. Last month, it was revealed that American Airlines was experiencing a catering meltdown on flights out of...
Your Mileage May Vary
Southwest Is Introducing a New Free Checked Item—Here’s What It Is
After months of changes passengers hated, Southwest is finally adding a perk travelers might actually like — although there are still a few catches. It seems like nearly every change…
Miles To Memories
Wells Fargo: Get $400 Bonus with New Checking Account
Wells Fargo has a bonus of $400 for new checking account customers. This offer is available nationwide and requires a qualifying direct deposit.
View from the Wing
Drunk Man Spent 11 Hours At The Airport Bar, Then Got Kicked Off A Delta Flight
A Delta passenger says a man who had spent 11 hours at the airport bar started smacking a sleeping traveler, yanking another passenger’s headphones out, and trying to turn the flight into a party before crew removed him. The contrast with Spirit is almost too perfect: on one airline that...
Frequent Miler
Join Nick and Greg at Points Travel Festival Toronto, April 18, 2026
Update 4/13/26: Reminder that this event is coming up this weekend. Come hang out with Greg and me in Toronto! We will both be speaking at this event, where we also have plans to record a Coffee Break episode live during the event. If you are interested in meeting up...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Accor Hotels: Earn 4x ALL Rewards points for stays at 39 new and renovated hotels worldwide
The latest set of Accor’s 4x ALL Rewards points offers for stays at their new and renovated hotels became available today. There are 30 locations to choose from in Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America. The 4x points offer: Earn 4x ALL Rewards Points for stays at participating new...
Live and Let’s Fly
Bill Maher Slams United Airlines Food…And Flaunts His Delta SkyMiles
Comedian and Real Time host Bill Maher has a beef with the meals on United Airlines…and boasts of a big Delta SkyMiles balance. Bill Maher Has A Problem With The Food On United Airlines (And A Large Delta SkyMiles Balance) During his “New Rules” editorial at the end of his...
Miles To Memories
(New Offers) Targeted Chase Spending Offers: Earn Up To 7x More Points
The targeted Chase My Bonus quarterly spending offers are back with the new quarter. We have a way to check to see if you're targeted.

Categories

Our Bloggers