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Quick Hits: March’s Best Credit Card Offers, Hilton’s Luxury Expansion, Chase Card Reporting Errors & More!

Quick Hits: March’s Best Credit Card Offers, Hilton’s Luxury Expansion, Chase Card Reporting Errors & More!

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Looking to take advantage of the best travel credit card offers this March? In this Quick Hits episode, host DeAndre Coke breaks down the latest elevated offers from IHG, Capital One, and American Express, explaining how to maximize welcome bonuses and transfer bonuses for the best redemptions. He also highlights why switching browsers when searching for credit card offers can lead to better deals.

Additionally, DeAndre covers unique Capital One redemptions such as MLB tickets, Marriott’s expansion into luxury safari properties in Kenya, and Hilton’s partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH)—creating even more premium travel opportunities for points and miles enthusiasts. Wrapping up, he shares insights into recent Chase credit card reporting errors, the impact of the 5/24 rule, and upcoming networking opportunities at TravelCon in Tucson, Arizona.

Tune in for the latest travel updates, expert credit card strategies, and exclusive tips to level up your travel game with points and miles.

 

Key takeaways: 

  • March Credit Card Offers: New best offers available from IHG, Capital One, and Amex.
  • Amex Business Platinum: Features a high-value welcome offer this month.
  • Browser Tricks: Using different browsers can reveal better credit card deals.
  • Hilton’s Free Night Certificate: A valuable perk for award travelers.
  • Capital One Redemptions: Includes MLB tickets and other exclusive experiences.
  • Marriott’s Luxury Expansion: New safari properties coming to Kenya.
  • Hilton & Small Luxury Hotels (SLH): Expanding high-end hotel options.
  • Chase Business Cards Issue: Some cards are incorrectly appearing on personal credit reports.
  • Payroll Points System Update: Temporary technical issues affecting users.
  • TravelCon in Tucson: Great networking opportunities for travel and finance enthusiasts.

 

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Travel Smarter: How to Maximize Every Mile and Point with Julia Menez of @geobreezetravel (Ep. 64)

Travel Smarter: How to Maximize Every Mile and Point with Julia Menez of @geobreezetravel (Ep. 64)

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Have you ever wondered how to get the most value out of your points and miles?

In this episode of the Revolutionizing Your Journey podcast, host DeAndre Coke sits down with Julia Menez, founder of Geobreeze Travel, to break down the best strategies for maximizing travel redemptions. Julia shares her journey into the points and miles space and explains the importance of tracking travel metrics, including cents per point (CPP) and out-of-pocket cost ratios, to ensure you’re getting the best possible value.

They also discuss how to prioritize travel goals, when to opt for luxury versus budget-friendly options, and why transfer bonuses and airline partnerships can significantly enhance your travel experience. Julia highlights Hyatt’s strong redemption value, the best lounges to visit, and the benefits of tracking routes for premium travel. 

Whether you’re new to points and miles or looking to refine your strategy, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you optimize your redemptions, minimize expenses, and elevate your travel experiences.

 

Key Highlights:

  • Tracking Metrics: Decide if tracking cents per point (CPP) or other metrics aligns with your travel goals.
  • Fun Over Stress: Points and miles should enhance travel, not add pressure.
  • Value Over Cost: Travel isn’t just about spending less; it’s about maximizing experiences.
  • Minimizing Out-of-Pocket Costs: Keeping expenses low is crucial for budget travelers.
  • Hyatt’s No-Tax Redemptions: Standard room redemptions with Hyatt don’t include additional taxes.
  • Transfer Bonuses: Using strategic transfer bonuses can significantly boost redemption value.
  • Tracking Flight Routes: Helps with planning premium cabin redemptions and maximizing luxury.
  • Best Lounges: The Pier Lounge in Hong Kong is a must-visit for Oneworld Emerald members.
  • Underrated Travel Programs: Choice Hotels and other lesser-known programs can offer great redemptions.
  • Luxury on Short Flights: High-end experiences can still be affordable on shorter routes.

 

 

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Quick Hits: Capital One’s Venture Offer, Hyatt’s Annual Category Changes, The New Credit Card Finder Tool and More!

Quick Hits: Capital One’s Venture Offer, Hyatt’s Annual Category Changes, The New Credit Card Finder Tool and More!

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In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke shares the latest updates in the world of travel, points, and miles, helping listeners stay informed on the newest opportunities and challenges in maximizing travel rewards. He breaks down the Capital One Venture Card’s limited-time welcome bonus and highlights the addition of new airport lounges in Las Vegas and Philadelphia. He also revisits Hyatt’s 2025 award chart changes, explaining how travelers can lock in lower redemption rates before certain hotels increase in category.

Additionally, DeAndre discusses the new Capital One to JetBlue transfer partnership, why it may not be the best use of points, and how current transfer bonuses can help maximize value. He also addresses Uber’s new currency conversion fee, emphasizing the importance of using credit cards that have no foreign transaction fees to avoid unnecessary costs.

To make point-earning and credit card selection easier, DeAndre introduces a new credit card finder tool, designed to match travelers with the best card based on their spending habits and travel goals. Whether you’re looking to optimize your points strategy, avoid airline devaluations, or make the most of credit card perks, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

 

Key takeaways: 

  • Capital One Venture Card: A 75,000-mile limited-time welcome bonus is available.
  • Hyatt Award Chart Changes: Some hotels will move up in category, increasing redemption costs after March 25—book now to lock in lower rates.
  • Capital One to JetBlue Transfers: The new 5:3 transfer ratio makes this a poor value compared to Chase, Citi, and Amex transfer options.
  • Uber’s Currency Conversion Fee: A 1.5% fee is automatically applied if Uber detects you’re paying in a foreign currency—use a card with no foreign transaction fees to avoid it.
  • New Airport Lounges: Capital One has opened lounges in Las Vegas and Philadelphia, expanding premium lounge access for cardholders.
  • AirTags for Travel: Apple’s AirTags can be a great tool for tracking lost luggage and avoiding baggage claim nightmares.
  • American Express Hilton Transfer Bonus: A 25% bonus on transfers to Hilton Honors points, available until March 14.
  • Chase Marriott Transfer Bonus: A 50% bonus when transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Marriott Bonvoy, available until March 31, 2025.
  • Credit Card Finder Tool: A new tool has been introduced to help travelers find the best credit card based on spending habits.

 

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Quick Hits: World’s First W All-Inclusive Hotel, A Best-Ever Capital One Offer, and More!

Quick Hits: World’s First W All-Inclusive Hotel, A Best-Ever Capital One Offer, and More!

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Ever wondered how to truly optimize your travel rewards and maximize your points?

In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre delivers an in-depth update on the latest travel rewards strategies, emphasizing two powerful transfer bonus offers that could transform your points balance. He explains that American Express Membership Rewards is currently offering a 25% transfer bonus when you transfer points to Hilton—an offer available until March 14. In addition, DeAndre highlights that until March 31, 2025, Chase Ultimate Rewards points can be transferred to Marriott Bonvoy with a 50% bonus. Along with these key offers, he discusses the benefits of the Southwest Companion Pass, the impact of airline devaluations, and other essential travel tips including how to optimize passport processing times and leverage last-minute travel deals. DeAndre also answers a listener’s question on how best to use transfer points across different airline programs.

Tune in now to learn how these exclusive transfer bonuses and strategic insights can help you maximize your travel rewards and elevate your next adventure!

 

Key takeaways: 

  • Southwest Companion Pass: Secure the pass with a single card and 30,000 rapid rewards miles—available until February 28th.
  • American Express Bonus: Enjoy a 25% transfer bonus on Membership Rewards points to Hilton if you act before March 14.
  • Chase Transfer Bonus: Receive a 50% bonus on Chase Ultimate Rewards points when transferring to Marriott Bonvoy until March 31, 2025.
  • Southwest Companion Pass: Leverage this pass to enhance your travel experience through strategic credit card offers.
  • Airline Devaluations: Understand that airline points are subject to devaluation; it’s best to use them sooner rather than later.
  • Luxury Travel Options: New all-inclusive deals and last-minute travel promotions are emerging, offering more premium experiences.
  • Efficient Travel Tips: Optimize passport processing times and capitalize on last-minute travel deals.
  • Listener Q&A: Gain insights on effective strategies for using transfer points across multiple airline programs.

 

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Quick Hits: Earn a Southwest Companion Pass with Just One Card, Aeroplan’s New Dynamic Pricing, and more!

Quick Hits: Earn a Southwest Companion Pass with Just One Card, Aeroplan’s New Dynamic Pricing, and more!

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In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke unpacks groundbreaking shifts in the travel rewards landscape that could redefine your next getaway. 

He explains significant changes to Aeroplan’s pricing structure—urging listeners to book flights before March 25 to avoid devaluation—and highlights enticing promo rewards from Flying Blue for travel to Europe. DeAndre also shares proven strategies for securing a Southwest Companion Pass through credit card offers and emphasizes the power of transfer bonuses to boost your points value. Adding a personal twist, he recounts a booking mistake that serves as a valuable lesson for avoiding similar pitfalls. 

Tune in now to discover how these updates can help you optimize your travel rewards and elevate your next adventure!

 

Key takeaways: 

  • Aeroplan Dynamic Pricing: Aeroplan is shifting to dynamic pricing, which affects point values; book flights before March 25 to avoid devaluation.
  • Flying Blue Promotions: Flying Blue offers attractive deals for travel to Europe.
  • Southwest Companion Pass: Earn the Southwest Companion Pass by strategically using credit cards.
  • Transfer Bonuses Matter: Transfer bonuses can significantly increase point value; always verify flight availability before transferring points.
  • Stopover Strategies: Utilizing stopovers can enhance your overall travel experience.
  • Credit Card Spending: Monitoring your spending is crucial to meet credit card requirements for bonus points.
  • Avoid Booking Pitfalls: Learn from personal mistakes, like phantom flights, to improve future travel planning.

 

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Quick Hits: Updates for Chase Ink Business Unlimited® Card, Transfer Bonuses, and Discount Flights to Europe

Quick Hits: Updates for Chase Ink Business Unlimited® Card, Transfer Bonuses, and Discount Flights to Europe

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In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke shares three recent travel tips. The first tip is for the Ink Business Unlimited® card, which offers a zero fee, 0% intro APR for 12 months and an elevated offer of $900 in cash back. 

Next are some new transfer bonuses for September, including a 30% bonus for transferring Amex points to Avios and Hilton, and a 20% bonus for transferring Capital One points to Flying Blue. 

Lastly, we’ve got a sale on flights to Europe with American Airlines and its partners, as well as a tease about the upcoming addition of a point transfer calculator on the BoldlyGo website.

Key takeaways: 

  • The Chase Ink Business Unlimited® card offers a zero fee, 0% intro APR for 12 months and an elevated offer of $900 in cash back.
  • New transfer bonuses for September, including a 30% bonus for transferring Amex points to Avios and Hilton, and a 20% bonus for transferring Capital One points to Flying Blue.
  • American Airlines and its partners are running a sale on flights to Europe, with great deals available until September 17th.
  • BoldlyGo is adding a point transfer calculator to their website.

 

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Points & Miles Quick Hits: Updates to Southwest Cards, Transfer Points, and Tax Strategies for Business Owners

Points & Miles Quick Hits: Updates to Southwest Cards, Transfer Points, and Tax Strategies for Business Owners

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Starting this week, DeAndre Coke introduces ‘Quick Hits’ – a series of short episodes to share time-sensitive travel and points-related information and updates!

This week’s episode:

  • A new increased bonus offer for Southwest credit cards
  • Transfer bonuses for Chase, Virgin, and Citi are expiring soon
  • Using credit cards for tax payments can earn additional points for business owners

Make sure you have publishing notifications turned on to make sure you don’t miss any of these essential updates!

 

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