Miles & Points Daily Podcast

Miles & Points Daily Podcast
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Stay ahead of the points and miles game with Miles & Points Daily Podcast - your essential morning briefing on everything happening in the world of travel rewards. Each weekday, we deliver a quick yet comprehensive roundup of the latest credit card offers, airline and hotel promotions, award sweet spots, and insider tips to help you maximize your travel rewards. Whether it's breaking news about limited-time bonuses, analysis of program changes, or timely reminders about expiring deals, we keep you informed in just minutes a day. Perfect for your morning commute or daily routine, this podcast ensures you never miss an opportunity to earn and burn your miles and points effectively. Subscribe to our daily newsletter: https://milesandpointsdaily.com/

  1. 12 hr ago

    ✈️ Wyndham Just Announced a 50% Price Hike & Southwest's Best Offer May Be Gone Soon

    Wyndham Rewards is rolling out a major devaluation on September 15th, jumping top-tier award nights from 30,000 to 45,000 points — but there's a smart way to lock in current pricing before the deadline hits. Marriott Bonvoy is now facing a class action lawsuit over hidden resort fees on award bookings, raising serious questions about transparency in the loyalty space. On the Hilton front, a Bilt Rent Day transfer bonus sounds tempting, but the math may not add up the way you'd hope, and elite members should pay close attention to a troubling lounge access trend emerging at Hilton properties. The Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Card is sitting at a 90,000-point bonus with a clear path toward the Companion Pass — one of the most valuable perks in all of travel — but the window to grab it is closing. Plus, the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business is now live with a massive welcome offer, and United Airlines is quietly working on a change that could make international connections far less painful.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/ Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode! Our Travel Tools:Award Travel Finder - Search award flights, hotels & status matchesAward Travel Alerts - Get notified when points deals dropFriday Flight Deals - Cheap cash fares & error faresFlight Queue - Airport security & passport control wait timesFlight Seatmap - Seat maps with live availabilitySeatWifi - In-flight WiFi availability, pricing & quality Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten

    8 min

  2. 1 day ago

    ✈️ United's CEO Keeps Flying the Competition & Priority Pass Just Charged You for WHAT?

    United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has a surprising habit that's raising eyebrows across the industry, and Priority Pass just made a controversial move that has cardholders questioning their benefits. Asiana Airlines is making an unprecedented decision that could leave Star Alliance award travelers scrambling, with zero obligation to honor already-ticketed redemptions after a key date in 2026. Southwest is rolling out game-changing free Starlink Wi-Fi fleetwide, and a massive credit card welcome offer worth nearly $1,900 is expiring June 30th — so time is running out. We also cover American Airlines cabin retrofits, a hotel security nightmare with an insulting response, and a must-know United MileagePlus family benefit that most members are missing.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/ Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode! Our Travel Tools:Award Travel Finder - Search award flights, hotels & status matchesAward Travel Alerts - Get notified when points deals dropFriday Flight Deals - Cheap cash fares & error faresFlight Queue - Airport security & passport control wait timesFlight Seatmap - Seat maps with live availabilitySeatWifi - In-flight WiFi availability, pricing & quality Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten

    13 min

  3. 2 days ago

    ✈️ Chase Sapphire Preferred Just Got Better & Qatar Avios Rules Are Changing — Here's What You Need to Know Now

    Chase Sapphire Preferred has just received a major refresh with a 100,000-point welcome bonus and new bonus categories including gas stations and vacation rentals, making it one of the most compelling card offers in years. Qatar Airways Privilege Club has rolled out new redemption rules for booking awards for others, and if you rely on bank transfer points to book for family members, you may be locked out of a key benefit. American Express is dropping Etihad Guest as a transfer partner on June 30, 2026, so anyone with Etihad redemptions in mind has a shrinking window to act. United Airlines is racing ahead with free Starlink Wi-Fi on over 400 planes and is on track to hit 1,000 aircraft by end of 2026 — a full year ahead of schedule and well ahead of competitors. The episode also covers limited-time offers on the Citi AAdvantage Globe Mastercard and Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Card, plus real-world award redemptions proving you don't need business class to get outsized value from your points.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/ Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode! Our Travel Tools:Award Travel Finder - Search award flights, hotels & status matchesAward Travel Alerts - Get notified when points deals dropFriday Flight Deals - Cheap cash fares & error faresFlight Queue - Airport security & passport control wait timesFlight Seatmap - Seat maps with live availabilitySeatWifi - In-flight WiFi availability, pricing & quality Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten

    11 min

  4. 3 days ago

    ✈️ Chase Just Changed the Rules on Hyatt Transfers & Qatar Qsuite Bookings Got Harder

    Chase has quietly reduced the transfer ratio from Ultimate Rewards to Hyatt for Sapphire Preferred cardholders, and Qatar Airways Privilege Club has added new restrictions for companion Qsuite bookings — both changes requiring immediate action from points enthusiasts. On the brighter side, Chase has brought back a massive 100,000-point welcome bonus on the Ink Business Preferred card, one of the strongest business card offers on the market right now. Hyatt is making headlines with two exciting new Park Hyatt properties, including the world's first all-inclusive Park Hyatt opening in Mexico and a stunning Sicilian retreat on the horizon. Bilt Rewards also announces a new transfer partner for boutique hotel lovers, and airfares are up 27% year over year — making strategic award redemptions more valuable than ever. Plus, one hotel employee's obsession with earning points crossed a very serious legal line in a story you won't want to miss.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/ Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode! Our Travel Tools:Award Travel Finder - Search award flights, hotels & status matchesAward Travel Alerts - Get notified when points deals dropFriday Flight Deals - Cheap cash fares & error faresFlight Queue - Airport security & passport control wait timesFlight Seatmap - Seat maps with live availabilitySeatWifi - In-flight WiFi availability, pricing & quality Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten

    9 min

  5. 4 days ago

    ✈️ Chase Sapphire Preferred Just Hit an All-Time High Bonus — Plus a Shocking In-Flight Incident You Have to Hear

    The Chase Sapphire Preferred card just got a major refresh with the highest welcome bonus it has ever offered, plus new credits and benefits that change how it stacks up against the competition — including a key Hyatt transfer ratio change you need to know about. Chase cardholders also have a limited-time stacking opportunity through a Paze checkout promotion offering ten extra points per dollar at major merchants through the end of 2026. On the deal side, Staples is running fee-free Mastercard gift cards and today only features rare bonus airline miles on Apple purchases through multiple shopping portals. A beloved Miami luxury hotel is leaving the Marriott family entirely ahead of an August closure, and Qatar Airways is expanding its award-winning lounge footprint with two new locations at Frankfurt's new Terminal Three. Oh, and yes — there was an in-flight biting incident on an American Airlines flight, and the pilot's response to air traffic control afterward is absolutely worth sticking around for.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/ Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode! Our Travel Tools:Award Travel Finder - Search award flights, hotels & status matchesAward Travel Alerts - Get notified when points deals dropFriday Flight Deals - Cheap cash fares & error faresFlight Queue - Airport security & passport control wait timesFlight Seatmap - Seat maps with live availabilitySeatWifi - In-flight WiFi availability, pricing & quality Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten

    8 min

  6. 5 days ago

    ✈️ Chase Just Caught On — Plus JAL's Beloved Sweet Spot May Be Gone Forever

    Chase Sapphire Preferred cardholders beware: Chase is now clawing back hotel credits on cancelled reservations and has quietly changed its Hyatt transfer ratio for new applicants — details you need before your next move. Japan Airlines has abruptly removed key award redemption options from its Mileage Bank program with zero warning, putting the prized US-to-Japan business class sweet spot in serious jeopardy. IHG's highest-ever bonus offers on the Premier and Traveler cards are expiring June 25th, with valuations topping $1,000 — but the clock is ticking fast. Delta just locked up Spirit's Atlanta gates in a $12 million bankruptcy deal, threatening to squeeze out competition at the world's busiest airport. Plus, United's brand-new Polaris suite aircraft is already heading back to Boeing for repairs, last-chance transfer bonuses from Chase and Citi are ending soon, and Marriott is welcoming 16 boutique Palisociety properties into Bonvoy.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/ Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode! Our Travel Tools:Award Travel Finder - Search award flights, hotels & status matchesAward Travel Alerts - Get notified when points deals dropFriday Flight Deals - Cheap cash fares & error faresFlight Queue - Airport security & passport control wait timesFlight Seatmap - Seat maps with live availabilitySeatWifi - In-flight WiFi availability, pricing & quality Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten

    9 min

  7. 6 days ago

    ✈️ Delta One to Europe for Under $6 in Taxes, IHG's Highest Bonus Ever Expires Tomorrow & a Star Wars Actor's Airline Saga You Have to Hear

    Delta One business class award seats to Europe are wide open this summer at 115,000 SkyMiles and just $5.60 in taxes — with thousands of itineraries still available through late August 2026. The IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card is offering its highest-ever welcome bonus of up to 185,000 points, but the offer expires at 9 AM Eastern on Wednesday, June 24th, so time is running out to apply. A beloved Star Wars actor was downgraded from first class to economy on American Airlines, and his response has gone unexpectedly viral. United's brand-new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner featuring the stunning new Polaris business class suites has been grounded with mechanical issues, and if you've booked expecting that product, you'll want to check your aircraft assignment. We also cover a Delta MQD-earning hotel promotion, Air France's La Premiere first class expansion including a new Houston route, and a quiet but important change to Qantas Project Sunrise economy seating promises.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/ Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode! Our Travel Tools:Award Travel Finder - Search award flights, hotels & status matchesAward Travel Alerts - Get notified when points deals dropFriday Flight Deals - Cheap cash fares & error faresFlight Queue - Airport security & passport control wait timesFlight Seatmap - Seat maps with live availabilitySeatWifi - In-flight WiFi availability, pricing & quality Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten

    9 min

  8. 19 Jun

    ✈️ Chase Just Changed the Game, Upgrades Are Under Threat & Global Entry Gets a Major Upgrade

    Chase cardholders have major reasons to celebrate today, with a brand-new Sapphire Lounge coming to Miami, a best-ever 100,000-point offer on a no-annual-fee business card, and a doubled hotel credit on the Sapphire Preferred. But it's not all good news — airlines including American are quietly shifting how upgrades work, and frequent flyers may want to pay close attention. Air France KLM is also making waves with a new Apple portal that includes products most airline programs won't touch. A legendary London landmark is finally opening its doors as a Waldorf Astoria, and Global Entry just got a futuristic upgrade at six major airports. Tune in for everything you need to know before your next trip.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/ Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode! Our Travel Tools:Award Travel Finder - Search award flights, hotels & status matchesAward Travel Alerts - Get notified when points deals dropFriday Flight Deals - Cheap cash fares & error faresFlight Queue - Airport security & passport control wait timesFlight Seatmap - Seat maps with live availabilitySeatWifi - In-flight WiFi availability, pricing & quality Support us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten

    8 min
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Stay ahead of the points and miles game with Miles & Points Daily Podcast - your essential morning briefing on everything happening in the world of travel rewards. Each weekday, we deliver a quick yet comprehensive roundup of the latest credit card offers, airline and hotel promotions, award sweet spots, and insider tips to help you maximize your travel rewards. Whether it's breaking news about limited-time bonuses, analysis of program changes, or timely reminders about expiring deals, we keep you informed in just minutes a day. Perfect for your morning commute or daily routine, this podcast ensures you never miss an opportunity to earn and burn your miles and points effectively. Subscribe to our daily newsletter: https://milesandpointsdaily.com/

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    Miles & Points Daily Podcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
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