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5 Ways to Save on Stays Without Using Points 15:16

1M ago15:16

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In this episode of the Daily Drop podcast, Megan shares 5 effective strategies for saving money and points on accommodations during long-term travel. Using her recent Europe adventure as an example. Just like you have a cash budget, you might find yourself with a points budget too! From being strategic with credit card benefits to newly dubbed “hot…

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Redemption Spotlight: Traveling To The UK with Miles and Points 44:08

2M ago44:08

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**CORRECTION ON THE ROSEATE HOTEL NOT SMALL LUXURY HOTELS - IT’S MR. & MRS. SMITH** This week join Megan for a redemption spotlight on traveling to (and from) the UK. We'll cover routes to keep in mind, all things taxes and fees, if there's any way to avoid UK taxes and fees, best redemption spots for flights and hotels. Mistakes episode (about com…

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How I Justify The Gold Card Annual Fee 17:08

2M ago17:08

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Join us this week for Mike’s take on justifying the annual fee on the Gold Card. He’ll share his thoughts on some of the newly released benefits. Plus breakdown how to make sense of an annual fee! Our take on the card here: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards/american-express-gold-card Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.da…

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ThankYou Points Deep Dive 16:07

2M ago16:07

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In this episode, Megan discusses the ThankYou points currency used by Citi branded cards. She shares the cards that you can earn ThankYou points on, including if cash back cards can help you earn travel, notable rules, 2 player mode, and more. Written Guide on Citi: https://www.dailydrop.com/pages/daily-drop-s-guide-to-citi-thankyou-r-rewards Keep …

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The Secret Credit Card That Nobody Can Apply For, But Anyone Can Get 14:38

2M ago14:38

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In this episode, Mike lets you in on a secret Marriott credit card 👀 Which is 🥁 The Ritz-Carlton credit card from Chase.He explains how you can get this card, the Marriott benefits it comes with, and how to justifying this taking up space in your wallet. Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https:…

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Maximizing Delta SkyMiles: Tips and Strategies 37:34

3M ago37:34

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In this episode, Megan provides an overview of the Delta SkyMiles program and shares tips on how to maximize Delta miles. She discusses the reasons why people criticize Delta and highlights the benefits of flying with Delta. *correction* transferring Delta miles from Amex is 0.0006 Check out Delta cards here: https://www.dailydrop.com/ranked-credit…

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Why Everybody Should Be Using Aeroplan 22:22

3M ago22:22

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In this episode, Mike discusses why everyone should be using Air Canada Aeroplan points to travel. He highlights the value of Aeroplan even for US residents who don't travel to Canada or fly on Air Canada. Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check o…

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Opportunity cost and the case for cashback 17:58

3M ago17:58

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In this episode, Mike discusses the concept of opportunity cost in points and miles and makes a case for cash back over points. He explores various examples to illustrate the opportunity cost of earning points and emphasizes the importance of understanding the true cost of using points. Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dail…

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Venture Miles Deep Dive 29:19

3M ago29:19

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*One clarification I didn’t make super clear in the episode - the Spark cards earn Spark miles but you can combine Spark and Venture miles into one account Venture Card: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards/capital-one-venture-rewards-credit-card In this episode, Megan dives deep into Capital One's Venture Miles program. She discusses the differe…

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Card insurance, is it enough for emergencies? 26:19

5M ago26:19

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In this episode, Mike shares his personal experience with travel insurance and how it saved him thousands of dollars when he had to undergo surgery while traveling. He explains the differences between medical insurance and trip-related insurance. He also mentions the limitations of insurance coverage based on what you’re paying for on the card and …

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My Chat with Nate Buchanan: From Saving Two Million Miles to Founding Daily Drop 46:54

6M ago46:54

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In this episode, we’re joined by the founder of Daily Drop and one half of Kara and Nate on YouTube, Nate Buchanan. He shares his journey from saving two million points to owning a Miles and Points company. He discusses how he got started in the Miles and Points game, the strategies he used to earn points, and how his redemption strategies have evo…

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How To Justify The Annual Fee On A Card 16:53

7M ago16:53

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In this episode, Mike answers one of our most common questions around here. He discusses how he justifies holding credit cards with high annual fees, using the Chase Sapphire Reserve as an example. Check out the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card here: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards/chase-sapphire-reserve Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsle…

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American Express Membership Rewards Deep Dive 23:09

7M ago23:09

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In this episode, Megan dives deep into American Express Membership Rewards points. She explains the rules and limitations of American Express cards, the cards that earn Membership Rewards points, and how to earn additional points through Rakuten. Megan also discusses some secrets to earn more MR points. Enjoy! Resources: Favorite Amex MR earning ca…

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Mistakes We’ve Made Along The Way 41:04

8M ago41:04

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In this episode, Mike and Megan are joined by Brendan from the Daily Drop Youtube channel to talk all about their mistakes. They cover topics such as booking upgraded hotel rooms with points, accidentally using the wrong free night award, using points for poor value, analysis paralysis in redemption, forgetting visa requirements, and passport expir…

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All About The Bilt and Alaska Airlines Partnership 19:38

8M ago19:38

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In this episode, Mike discusses the major shakeup in the points and miles world, with Bilt Rewards adding Alaska Airlines as a transfer partner and why you should care about this! Resources: The Bilt Card: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards/bilt-mastercard Episode Time Stamps: 01:24 Changes to Alaska Airlines loyalty program 05:09 Introduction …

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Travel and Adventure Show Speech Replay 37:04

8M ago37:04

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In this very fun episode, we give you the recording of our speech that we hosted live at the Travel and Adventure Show Atlanta 2024. Megan and Mike talk you through how we visited over 50 countries last year thanks to the magic of miles and points! Resources: Slides: https://bit.ly/tasslidesdd YouTube version of this ep: https://youtu.be/XjRpjlHZYK…

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Deep Dive Into Ultimate Rewards 26:20

8M ago26:20

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In this episode, Megan provides an ultimate guide to Chase Ultimate Rewards. She explains what Ultimate Rewards are, how to earn them, and why people are kind of obsessed with them. She also explores the different cards that earn Ultimate Rewards and how to build a points family. Megan covers redemption options through the Chase portal and transfer…

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What's in Team Daily Drop's Wallet? 48:03

9M ago48:03

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In this episode, we are joined by Megan, Mike, and Tiffany to chat about what's in our wallets and why?! We answer questions like what's one card we frequently reach for? What's a favorite co branded card we have? What's our strategy for choosing our next card? And we answer some questions from you! Resources from this episode: Top Cards: https://w…

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All about fifth freedom flights 17:05

9M ago17:05

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In this episode, Mike discusses fifth freedom flights and their travel hacking implications. He highlights several airlines that operate fifth freedom routes, including Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Air France, Gulf Air, and Ethiopian Airlines. Resources: Weekend Round Up Newsletter: https://newsletter.dailydrop.com/forms/d7b781f6-5522-40bb-a818-f7…

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6 Award Search Tools To Know About 26:44

9M ago26:44

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In this episode, Megan discusses the importance of award search tools and shares six award search tools, 3 for flights and 3 for hotels. The question "How do I find award bookings?!" comes up a lot around here and these are tools to add to your search toolkit! Resources: Seats.aero: https://bit.ly/ddseatsaero Points Yeah: https://bit.ly/ddpointsyea…

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All about credit scores 24:54

10M ago24:54

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In this episode, Mike discusses credit scores and credit card statements. He explains the components of a credit score, including payment history, utilization, average credit length, new credit, and credit mix. Episode Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro and the basics 00:57 Components of a Credit Score 02:21 Payment History and Utilization 02:49 Average Cred…

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Miles and Points In 2 Player Mode 24:29

10M ago24:29

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In this episode, Megan discusses the strategy of two-player mode in miles and points. You’ll learn how to maximize your points with someone else, the various bank rules to keep in mind, how to manage annual fees, and more. Episode Time Stamps: 00:28 What is Two Player Mode? 01:24 The Two Player Mode Process 03:21 Example: Chase Sapphire Preferred 0…

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Weekly Round Up: Jan 8 - Jan 12 11:37

10M ago11:37

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Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/my-current-favorite-travel-hack? Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/a-new-way-to-fly-to-mexico-with-points? Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/airline-status-match-through…

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Quick-Hit Miles and Points Strategies You Don't Know About 19:48

10M ago19:48

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In this episode, Mike shares lesser-known strategies that can help travelers maximize their experiences and rewards. He discusses booking unique accommodations with points and miles, earning extra loyalty points, using status matches for one-time perks, bidding for upgrades, and more. Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailyd…

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Yearly Round Up 2023 45:16

11M ago45:16

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In this episode, Mike shares his 2023 travel stats and best hacks along the way! Find a newsletter referenced here: https://dailydrop.com/ Keep Up With Daily Drop: Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagra…

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Can you book an epic trip with $0 annual fee cards? 37:42

11M ago37:42

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In this episode Megan and Mike set a challenge to create the best itinerary booked with points using only $0 annual fee cards… and it was a challenge! Tune in to hear 2 very different strategies for earning and redeeming points, plus we want you to vote on the best itinerary! Join the Daily Drop Lounge here to vote: https://www.facebook.com/groups/…

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Weekly Round Up: Dec 18 - Dec 22 10:59

11M ago10:59

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Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/what-i-d-do-if-i-could-only-travel-once-per-year?tid=podcast Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/major-award-sale-to-basically-everywhere?tid=podcast Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.com…

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Around the world in business class… with hotel points 24:42

11M ago24:42

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we answer a handful of requests for points help. Including… A trip to Ecuador with Capital One miles… Off to Oktoberfest with Chase points (Reference resource, podcast on stopovers - https://podcast.dailydrop.com/2253039/13796833-how-to-book-stopovers-…

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Weekly Round Up: 12/11 - 12/15 11:58

11M ago11:58

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Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/this-hotel-just-launched-a-new-winter-promo-for-2024?tid=lounge Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/business-class-to-europe-for-15k-points?tid=lounge Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.co…

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Upgrade, downgrade, or cancel? 22:50

11M ago22:50

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we answer a listener's question about canceling or upgrading a card. We chat through the strategy of keep, upgrade, downgrade, cancel and when you should consider these options. Episode Time Stamps: 0:21 - Listener question 1:02 - Mike’s answer to the …

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Weekly Round Up: Dec 4 - Dec 8 11:48

11M ago11:48

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Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/my-11-day-126-trip-to-mexico?tid=podcast Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/double-transfer-bonus-bonanza?tid=podcast Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/alaska-is-buying-h…

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Hyatt Shakes Up Their Program (In a good way) 20:18

11M ago20:18

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we break down the 2024 changes to the World of Hyatt program. We share all of the new milestone rewards, the Guest of Honor changes, and share how this is positive for you whether you’re a casual traveler or full time on the road. Episode Resources: Rea…

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Weekly Round Up: Nov 27 - Dec 1 10:48

11M ago10:48

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Weekly Round Up: Nov 27 - Dec 1 Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/how-to-find-and-book-qatar-qsuites? Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/red-alert-the-best-5-travel-deal-in-history? Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/…

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Portals Part 3: Airline Edition 21:29

12M ago21:29

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we breakdown all things airline portals. Including what they are, how to use them, the best one out there, and if you even should be using one of these… Episode Resources: American Airlines Portal Newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/let-s-…

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Weekly Round-Up: Nov 20-24 10:32

12M ago10:32

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Welcome to the weekly round-up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. If you want to explore these topics in further detail, here are links to the full newsletters: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up to date with the newsletter: https://dailydrop.com/ Join the Lounge: https…

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Portals Part 2: Cashback Edition 22:44

12M ago22:44

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we breakdown all things cashback portals! Episode Resources: Cashback Monitor: https://cashbackmonitor.com/ Rakuten: https://s.dailydrop.com/lounge_rakuten Rakuten Video Walkthrough: https://youtu.be/ZLH_8mwvUCo Capital One Shopping: https://www.dailydr…

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Weekly Round Up: Nov 13-17 11:20

12M ago11:20

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Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/get-bonus-miles-with-united-s-mile-play-promo?tid=podcast Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/stories-from-the-man-who-s-seen-every-country-twice?tid=podcast Wednesday: https://www.daily…

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All about portals, Qatar changed their mind, and booking for a large family 58:33

12M ago58:33

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we: Update you on the Jet Blue and Qatar partnership we shared last week Answer all of your questions on booking travel through portals Points Help: A family of 7 to Ireland (flights, hotels, and rental cars) And more… Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up t…

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How To Get Hotel Benefits Without Elite Status 41:23

1y ago41:23

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we… How to get taxes and fees refunded when canceling a trip Break down the new Jet Blue and Qatar partnership news and why this rocks 3 ways to get hotel elite status benefits without having any status Reader question on canceling your oldest card And …

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Miles and Points 101 | Bonus Episode 51:00

1y ago51:00

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Join Megan for this bonus episode created for our newbies! She breaks down beginner concepts to get you started + answers submitted questions from you on: ✈️ How to search through all of the airlines... ✈️ Points expiring... ✈️ Is it worth it to just pay cash sometimes? ✈️ When is the best time to start searching for awards flights? ✈️ How to trave…

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Credit card show down: Southwest Edition 45:08

1y ago45:08

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we… Get into a fight about Scotland Tell you our long time favorite travel hacking tool Credit card show down - Southwest edition Answer a listener's question about booking in portals And more… Episode Resources: Daily Drop on Southwest mentioned Compan…

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Are the new Hilton card updates worth it? 1:06:04

1y ago1:06:04

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about: Delta… one more time?! Backtracking on their changes Hilton Aspire and Surpass changes, are they worth it?! How to use Capital One miles And more… Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up to date with the newsletter: https://dailydrop.com/ Join …

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Trip Report: Around The World Trip | Bonus Ep 55:47

1y ago55:47

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Join Mike for this trip report, bonus episode! He breaks down all of the money saving hacks along the way. You'll hear: A full breakdown of how Mike booked a 49 day around the world trip Flying Blue miles to maximize on Asian & African airlines Saving your money or your miles on economy seats and how to decide when to do this Best hotels along the …

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How To Book Stopovers, A New Transfer Bonus, And A Hostile Takeover 1:12:33

1y ago1:12:33

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about: Choice Hotels making big moves New Amex family language and upgrades (?) to the Business Gold All about Stopovers + our favorite programs to make them happen Answering our first award request live! Chase points to get to the South Pacifi…

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Sweet Spots: What they are and our favorites 1:05:12

1y ago1:05:12

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about: An update on Megan’s lost Bilt points A note about Marriott cards Star Alliance has its eye on seat search tools Sweet spots you need to know about for flights and hotels! We want to help you book your next trip on points… And more… Epis…

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Trip Report: Traveling With 7 To Scotland | Bonus Ep 46:08

1y ago46:08

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Join Megan for this special bonus episode! She's taking a deep dive into her recent, very special trip to Scotland (spoiler alert: there was a wedding ❤️). But even if you're not hearing wedding bells in the near future, this episode is packed with travel hacks. You'll hear: A full breakdown of how she booked 7 seats for only 121,000 points Why (an…

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Status Matches and How To Earn 1 Million Points 58:08

1y ago58:08

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about: Mike accidentally crosses a border and gets stuck Megan finally gets Global Entry… but maybe made a mistake? Let’s talk Status Matches (calling all former Delta loyalists) How to earn 1 million Marriott points Answering a reader question…

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Credit card showdown, mediocre hotel stays, and traveling with a party of 7 52:17

1y ago52:17

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Welcome to The Daily Drop Podcast, say what?! Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about: Mike's current okay Hyatt stay + a pretty sweet way to get a free hotel in Addis Ababa Megan's recent destination wedding with family travel hacks galore Hyatt's current Bonus Journeys Promot…

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