Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
Even as a young traveler, my parents always encouraged me to “travel light” with just a carryon. Reduced wait times, less risk of baggage loss, no bag fees, and the comfort of always having your belongings nearby! I stand by this strategy today (when p…
Author: Jake Pearring
Vacations I’m planning for a post-pandemic world
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
Other than a brief road trip or two, my family and I have been mostly travel-restricted so far in 2020, as has most of the world. While my points and miles balances may be growing, I’m bummed about the trip cancellations and lack of certainty around wh…
How many credit cards should you have?
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
With an outpouring of new and improved credit card sign up bonuses offering massive incentives, it can be tough to discern which cards are the best for your individual needs. Specific card benefits, perks and earning rates might be a great fit for one …
8 Amazing Uses of Marriott’s 50,000-Point Free Night Certificate
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
At the end of August, my family took our first “vacation” in six months. We drove up and down the California coast and stayed at some awesome hotels, redeeming hotel free night certificates that had been sitting for months. I love redeeming hotel certi…
The future of loyalty programs after the pandemic
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
Without question, these are unprecedented times for the travel industry and loyalty programs as a whole. For many travelers, 2020 has been an opportunity to slow down, reevaluate travel priorities and consider what trips and vacations will be the most …
The best ways to use 100,000 Capital One miles
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
Flexibility has been key to any travel planning strategy in 2020. The state of flights, international vacations and travel restrictions means that the more adaptable you can be, the better. For folks in search of more flexible miles and rewards, look n…
Emirates launches two credit cards with unique perks, but are they worth getting?
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
If luxury travel is what brought you to miles and points, Emirates might just be your favorite global airline. It offers best-in-class service, a diverse route network, and a downright fun onboard experience that includes over the top first class suite…
Are airlines new no-change-fee policy’s as good as they claim?
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
As much as I like to meticulously plan my family’s vacations, plans change and delays happen. In an effort to keep some travel hopes alive during the pandemic, I’ve been frequently changing and delaying trips as opposed to cancelling them altogether. B…
The best ways to use 80,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
Chase Ultimate Rewards remain my favorite points and miles currency because of their flexibility, ease of accumulation and overall fantastic value. My first points-earning credit card, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, got me hooked on award travel, …
CLEAR cost: Is it worth it?
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
Of all the expedited airport security offerings, perhaps the most confusing is CLEAR. But for its high cost and lack of coverage, CLEAR also offers by far the most interesting value proposition — a free pass to always cut the security line and ju…
How to get refunds on cruise cancellations due to the coronavirus
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
Of all the travel-related industries negatively impacted by COVID-19, cruise lines have been amongst the hardest-hit. As cruise lines cancel their planned sailings for 2020 and beyond, refunds are coming in the form of future cruise credits to incentiv…
United Global Services: Everything to know
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
In the world of frequent flier status, the top tier qualifications typically seem pretty unattainable unless you’re a true road warrior. After all, 100,000 “butt-in-seat” miles and spending over $15,000 per year with an airline is no joke! But United o…
TSA Precheck vs Global Entry vs CLEAR: What’s the difference?
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
In the last decade, numerous programs have emerged to offer expedited or simplified security screening or verification for air travelers in the United States. And for good reason — nothing kills vacation vibes quite like a painfully long line and…
This secret password will unlock exclusive gifts at top IHG hotels
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
For my family and friends, any chance to escape quarantine, experience a new (outdoor) setting and destress from the past several months has been a welcome opportunity. For those planning hotel stays, certain brands have limited-time promotions or spec…
What does SSSS mean on your boarding pass?
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
Clearing airport security is a necessary evil when it comes to air travel. Some programs (such as TSA PreCheck and CLEAR) make the process quicker and easier, but long lines and random searches still make for quite an exhausting start to any trip. To a…
The best award flights to book with Citi ThankYou’s Avianca transfer bonus
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
The only thing better than flexible points programs is when banks offer transfer bonuses to lucrative partners. And hopefully, you’ve had a chance to earn and save some points during the last few months, because now is the time (in my opinion) to…
Best credit cards for startups
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
New businesses are popping up in nearly every industry, disrupting larger corporations and offering unique products and services never seen before. Often referred to as “startups,” these small businesses often have new ideas, low overhead, and tons of potential. Anyone who owns or works for a startup knows that in addition to a great business …
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Read MoreGuide to employee and corporate credit cards
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
We often write about the best small-business credit cards for people with businesses of any shape and size. But this can be confusing, as some readers also have corporate (or employee) credit cards as part of their full-time jobs. Although there are differences between business credit cards and corporate credit cards, the cards function in very …
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Read MoreBest high-limit credit cards
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
Credit cards offer users the ability to spend money using a revolving credit line with a predetermined credit limit. A credit card can be a useful tool for both personal and business expenses alike because purchases can be charged to a card now and paid off at a later date. And if you’re using one …
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Read MoreBusiness credit vs. charge cards – Which is right for you?
Written by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
There are a number of different American Express credit cards that offer fantastic rewards and great perks, especially for small-business owners. We often talk about how more people qualify for a business credit card than you might think — so keep reading even if you don’t own your own business. Let’s take a look at the differences between …
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