Delta Reserve for Business card benefits – A powerhouse for Delta flyers

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

If you travel on Delta Airlines with any frequency, the Delta Reserve for Business Credit Card benefits and perks will appeal to you. It’s a great candidate for a spot in your billfold and one of the top Delta credit cards. The card is now offering a welcome bonus of 40,000 Delta miles and 10,000 Medallion® Qualification Miles …

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Is the Delta Reserve Business Amex credit card worth it?

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

If you’re a small-business owner who wants Delta elite status and access to Delta airport lounges, you should definitely consider the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card. You can earn 45,000 bonus miles and 10,000 Medallion® Qualification Miles (MQMs) after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first three months of account opening. It comes …

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How to Get Free Flights With Credit Cards (It’s NOT “Too Complicated”)

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

I’ve earned millions of points & miles over my lifetime.  It’s allowed me to do some amazing things.  For example, I’ll soon be flying a $20,000 ticket on Singapore Airlines completely paid for on points! The world of points & miles can prove to be overwhelming at times.  There are so many different things to take …

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6 Credit card application tips to practice before opening your next travel rewards card

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

We’ve all stared longingly at the newest offer from the top travel credit cards and imagined the possibilities from earning its welcome bonus. However, there is always the thought of possible rejection. We’ve all been rejected at least once, so don’t fear it! Too many people overthink the possible “ding” on your credit score, as …

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5 Ways To Use the Annual $325 Travel Credit With the US Bank Altitude Reserve Card – One of the Best Travel Credit Card Perks!

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

In my opinion, the U.S. Bank Altitude™ Reserve Visa Infinite® Card is an underdog in the conversation of the best travel credit cards. Many people overlook this card because of the restriction of needing a prior relationship with US Bank (such as a credit card or checking account).  But it’s not difficult to establish yourself with …

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Best Credit Cards for Business Travel Expenses (Dining, Flights, Hotels, and More)

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

INSIDER SECRET: In addition to great ongoing perks for business travelers, the Chase Ink Business Preferred Credit Card currently offers the biggest welcome bonus of any of the Chase Ultimate Rewards points earning cards. Did you know you’re forfeiting valuable miles & points if you’re not using the right card to pay for your business travel? …

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Is the American Express Gold Card Worth It? Foodies and Travelers Sure Think So!

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

When the American Express® Gold Card was introduced, I was extremely excited for it.  I’ve been earning and burning credit card miles and points for almost 8 years, and this is now my all-time favorite credit card.  It’s incredibly rewarding for foodies or if you book paid airfare.  It also comes with a healthy 35,000 AMEX Membership …

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Why I’m Becoming A Digital Nomad This Year – And How We Are Using Points And Miles!

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

Ever since I was a little kid, I’ve wanted something to be different in my life. When I was 5 years old, I didn’t want to be a firefighter or a police officer.  I wanted to be a weatherman.  At 13 years old, my dad told me that being a journalist and getting a journalism …

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Looking For A New Bank? Over 5/24? This US Bank Combo Is A No-Brainer!

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

US Bank is currently offering great deals, whether you’re in the market for a new bank account or a new credit card.  If you’re over 5/24 and in the hunt for the next credit card offer to earn scads of points, this US Bank combo might just be perfect for you! My wife dragged me …

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American Express Travel portal: A full review

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

The American Express Travel site is a third-party travel booking portal open to anyone, regardless of whether you have an American Express card. Depending on which Amex travel credit cards you have, using Amex Travel can be advantageous. Unfortunately, there are also quite a few downsides to using third-party sites like this and others one of …

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My Favorite 1-2 Punch To Earn American Express Membership Rewards Points

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

American Express Membership Rewards points are incredibly valuable for many reasons, but mainly because of their versatility.  You can transfer them to a number of airline programs, including Delta, Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Flying Blue, and Virgin Atlantic, just to name a few. I just checked my American Express Membership Rewards account, and I’m currently at 210,000 points.  …

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Do American Express points expire? Here’s how to avoid losing your points

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

American Express points are some of the most coveted in the travel credit cards hobby. You can redeem them for travel, cash them in for gift cards, or redeem them with Amex transfer partners like Delta and Air Canada for even more value. As with any credit card rewards program, it would stink if you put effort …

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My Home Airport Is About to Become WAY Better – If You Fly Delta, This Good News Will Likely Affect You Eventually

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

For some of us, our home airports aren’t the greatest. After living in Los Angeles and Phoenix, I was spoiled with a plethora of airport and flight options.  When I moved to Salt Lake City, this wasn’t the case.  But now, Delta flyers will be much more pleased with the $3.6 billion in renovations. If …

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Why I’m Choosing to Pay Cash Instead of Miles and Points – This Time!

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

My wife and I decided randomly that we want to check out the Travel & Adventure Show in Denver.  It’s a short 1.5 hour flight from Salt Lake City, so it makes for a perfect weekend trip.  However, against everything I believe in when it comes to miles and points, I decided to pay cash …

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The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless card is worth it for more than just the 100,000-point bonus

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

The key to making the most of the best travel credit cards is always weighing the benefits of the card versus the annual fee. Most rewards credit cards are worth the annual fee for at least the first year, because they generally come with a hefty sign-up bonus. Right now, the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless™ Credit Card is …

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Want to Travel More? Get Rid of Your Car Like I Did!

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

One large lesson I’ve learned in life is that perspective is incredibly important.  It’s not what happens to you, but how you react and handle the situation that is most important.  For me, I turned a pretty negative event into a large opportunity. I was on my way to work, and I totaled my car.  …

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3 Things You Need To Know About Delta’s New Boarding Process

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

A few weeks ago, Delta rolled out a new boarding process for their flyers. While boarding processes have been a hot topic in recent years, I find that this process make much more sense than others.  In the past, I have found that many people still board out of order, causing the boarding process to be …

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I Survived a School Shooting and Travel Gave Me a Fresh Perspective on Life

Written by Brett Holzhauer @ Million Mile Secrets

Travel for many of us is a way to relax from our day to day lives, go explore the world, and educate ourselves about the world around us.  For some like myself, it is the way I cope with a horrific situation and condition I now live with. June 7th, 2013 was supposed to be …

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