Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 489: Well and truly screwed
The US DOT seems keen to rewrite the rules – or at least how they're enforced – in a way that's liable to significantly impact the US market.
Miles To Memories
Caesars Vegas Insane Fees, Red Rock Housing Controversy, More Rio Changes & Excalibur/Luxor Removal!
Rio's Hyatt drama continues, Vegas is getting more expensive than everywhere else, new controversial housing, the Monolith disappears, Caesars Palace insane cleaning fees and a food hall closes for good. The post Caesars Vegas Insane Fees, Red Rock Housing Controversy, More Rio Changes & Excalibur/Luxor Removal! appeared first on Miles...
Frequent Miler
Podcast: Frequent Miler origin story: Nick’s story | Coffee Break Ep16 | 6-25-24
On a previous Coffee Break episode, we talked about the Frequent Miler origin story – Greg’s story. This week, we’ll learn about Nick’s origin story with the Frequent Miler team. Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate...
We Travel There
Upper Lake, Holi Festival of Colors & Birla Temple in Bhopal, India
I’m really excited to interview Shantanu and Bhawna Balchandani of Penny Calling Penny about Bhopal, India. Shantanu and Bhawna’s tips for the best things to do in Bhopal are excellent because Shantanu moved here 24 years ago for his father’s job, while Bhawna was born in Bhopal. They love the...
Miles To Memories
24 Crazy Hours in Vegas, Celine’s Big Return, Eating at Slots & Backtracking on a Big Casino Promo!
Keeping Vegas old school, a casino backtracks on a popular promo, Celine hints at a Vegas return and a mysterious monolith has appeared in the desert. The post 24 Crazy Hours in Vegas, Celine’s Big Return, Eating at Slots & Backtracking on a Big Casino Promo! appeared first on Miles...
Frequent Miler
Podcast: Best ways to get to Hawaii | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep260 | 6-21-24
Are palm trees and sunshine perpetually on your mind? This week, Frequent Miler on the Air discusses all of your best options for getting to the islands of Aloha from as few as 10-15,000 points each way from almost anywhere in the US — and how to find the right...
Miles To Memories
Three Lessons from a Travel Hacker + Thoughts on Bilt & Wells Fargo with Benjy Harmon
Celine may be returning to Vegas, a casino backtracks on a popular promo, eating at slot machines, a mysterious desert monolith and spending 24 hours in Vegas without a hotel! The post Three Lessons from a Travel Hacker + Thoughts on Bilt & Wells Fargo with Benjy Harmon appeared first on...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 488: Blame Taylor Swift
We finally managed to work a pop culture reference into the show…only took a decade.
Miles To Memories
Vegas Out of Land, Unexpected MGM Comp, Friends Experience, WSOP Challenge & Rio’s Latest Expansion!
An unexpected comp from MGM, Elvis returning to a special Vegas spot, rejecting non-smoking casinos, an interesting new Vegas eating challenge and Rio opens their newest renovated venue as part of Hyatt transformation. The post Vegas Out of Land, Unexpected MGM Comp, Friends Experience, WSOP Challenge & Rio’s Latest Expansion!...
Frequent Miler
Podcast: Bilt is costing Wells Fargo dearly. Should you duck & run or double down? | Coffee Break Ep15 | 6-18-24
The Wall Street Journal published a report over the weekend that there is friction in the relationship between Wells Fargo and Bilt. Both Wells Fargo and Bilt released statements confirming their commitment to their partnership. Did the details match the headline? What did the article actually say and what do...
We Travel There
Bumbershoot, Chihuly Garden & Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle, Washington
I’m really excited to interview Christie Hudson of Expedia about Seattle, Washington. Christie’s tips for the best things to do in Seattle are awesome because she was born and raised in the Seattle area, moved away after college, then came home for a job and to start a family. She...
Miles To Memories
Big Virgin Vegas Changes, Sphere’s Big New Act, Trop & Mirage Demolition & Another Insane Project!
Virgin changes with Hilton, Eagles at the Sphere, Trop and Mirage construction updated and a big play offer at a Vegas casino. The post Big Virgin Vegas Changes, Sphere’s Big New Act, Trop & Mirage Demolition & Another Insane Project! appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Frequent Miler
Podcast: Top 10 Tips for Last Minute Award Travel | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep259 | 6-14-24
Greg and Nick have been consumed with last-minute travel the last week and a half so it’s great timing for them to summarize 10 important tips for last-minute award travel. Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate...
Miles To Memories
Haunted Hotels, Pet Cafes & Our Fantastic Last Minute Bookings to Hawaii, Japan & Taiwan!
On this episode Shawn discusses his recent trip & redemptions including ANA Business Class on the A380, Starlux Business class, Hyatt redemptions in Japan, a haunted hotel experience & what he did in Hawaii and Asia. The post Haunted Hotels, Pet Cafes & Our Fantastic Last Minute Bookings to Hawaii,...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 487: Unreasonable expectations
Mostly by us, but also perhaps from an airline or two…