News You Can Use – 4 Good Changes to Ritz-Carlton, Improved AMEX Offers Page,...
1. 4 New Positive Changes to Ritz-Carlton Award Program Last month, I told you 4 changes were coming to Marriott’s award Program. And Ritz-Carlton has followed suit. Here’s a look at the new perks:...
View ArticleHow to Avoid Hotel Fees
It can be frustrating to get a good deal on a paid hotel stay, only to end up paying much more than you anticipated because of hotel fees. Some fees are expected, like parking or consuming items from...
View Article“The Secret Sauce to Travel Hacking…Learning How to Stretch Every Mile and...
Welcome to the next installment of our interview series where folks share their thoughts about Big Travel with Small Money! Miles & Points Interview: The Economical Excursionists LeAnna and Andy...
View ArticleVisit Museums for Free This Weekend With a Bank of America Debit OR Credit Card!
You can get into certain museums and cultural centers around the US for free this weekend with your Bank of America (or Merrill Lynch) credit or debit card! This deal is good on the 1st full weekend of...
View Article15,000 British Airways Avios Points Winner!
Don’t forget to follow me on Facebook or Twitter! Thanks to everyone who participated in the 15,000 British Airways Avios points giveaway. The Winner Could Use Their 15,000 British Airways Avios...
View ArticleBlog Giveaway: Sky Train Carry-On Backpack
Emily and I want to thank you for supporting our blog! So this week we’re giving away a Sky Train carry-on backpack. This Week You Could Win a Heavy Duty Carry-On Backpack Find out more about this...
View ArticleDon’t Pay Fuel Surcharges, Save Money When You Book Award Tickets
Million Mile Secrets reader, Robert, commented: Hello Daraius! Could you do a post or list here all of the airlines that don’t assess fuel surcharges for award tickets? Thanks for all that you do. Hi...
View ArticleSuccess! How a Family of 5 Flew Business Class to Brazil for the World Cup!
Welcome to the 1st installment of our Reader Success Series where Million Mile Secrets Readers share how they booked a trip with miles & points to get Big Travel with Small Money! Diana is our 1st...
View ArticleCan You Use Singapore Airlines Miles to Book United Airlines Flights to the...
Million Mile Secrets reader, Traci, commented: Thanks for all of the great information! I’m wondering if I can transfer points from a Chase Sapphire Preferred and Citi ThankYou Premier card to...
View ArticleGet Exclusive Access to Concerts, Sporting Events, and More With Citi Private...
Did you know that Citi cardholders can get exclusive access to concerts, sporting events, dining events, and other experiences? Citi Private Pass offers Citi cardholders early pre-sale tickets to...
View ArticleCheapest Ways to Send Money Abroad
Finding cheap ways to send money abroad can be a challenge. But there are a few easy options to send or receive funds while you’re traveling internationally. Find Out the Best Ways to Send Money...
View Article6 New AMEX Offers: Save on Rental Cars, Whole Foods, JCPenney, & More
One of the fun perks of being an American Express cardholder is access to their always-updated AMEX Offers discounts. These are great because there’s no coupon or anything to fuss with. You just add...
View ArticleBetter Offer! Earn 80,000 Points With the Chase Marriott Card
Marriott recently made several positive changes to their loyalty program. And now Chase has increased the sign-up bonus on the Chase Marriott Rewards Premier card to 80,000 Marriott points after...
View ArticleJames Bond Tries to Rent a Car, Hilarity Ensues (Video)
Even the most seasoned travelers get impatient waiting in lines and dealing with slow customer service agents. Including James Bond himself! Our favorite spy could have saved some time by enrolling...
View ArticleHow to Save Big on American Airlines With Free Checked Bags & Lounges
I’ll show you how to get free checked bags, access to comfortable airport lounges with Wi-Fi, food & drinks included, and nearly 5% back when you fly on American Airlines. You can accomplish all...
View ArticleTop 5 Hotels in Europe to Book With IHG Card’s Free Night
Folks with the Chase IHG Rewards Club Select card get 1 free night each year they’re a cardmember to use at ANY IHG hotel, even top-tier luxury hotels that normally cost hundreds of dollars a night!...
View ArticleThe Cheapest Paid Flights to the Caribbean From the East Coast
With winter right around the corner, a Caribbean vacation is your chance to warm up and get some sun. Most destinations in the Caribbean are ~80 degrees all year-round, even when it’s cold at home!...
View ArticleHow to Earn $2,000+ Cash Back at Gas Stations, Local Shops, Restaurants, & More!
I’ve written about how you can earn as much as $2,000+ in cash back by using Apple Pay to make in-store purchases with your Discover it or Discover it Miles card. This deal is HOT! And I have great...
View ArticleTips and Tricks Booking Travel for Others Using Your Miles & Points
One of my favorite things about our hobby is being able to share amazing travel experiences with friends and family. Booking travel for others using your miles and points can be a wonderful gift! And...
View ArticleA Quick Trip Down Under: Part 1 – United Airlines International Business...
I made a last-minute trip to Australia to surprise my mom on her 60th birthday where she was visiting my sister. And I planned this trip literally 3 days before I left. We had a lovely stay at the...
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