Written by Claire Bough @ Million Mile Secrets
Camping is one of the most fun, rejuvenating vacations you can plan, and it has multiple benefits. Spending time in nature can help you de-stress by unplugging and embarking on a new adventure. A camping vacation is also one of the most budget-friendly trips you could take since you won’t have to shell out for …
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According to Time, humans and pets have been bonded for at least 14,000 years, citing physical evidence of the human-dog connection. A 2015 Harris Poll study found that nearly all pet owners (95%) view their pets as family members. Our pets provide love and comfort, especially during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. It makes sense …
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Read MoreWritten by Joseph Hostetler @ Million Mile Secrets
One of the best tricks miles and points enthusiasts use is concentrating their efforts on collecting transferable points to use for award tickets, hotel stays and more. Instead of focusing on earning points in a specific frequent flyer or hotel guest program, those who collect transferable points have many more options for how they use them. That’s because you can choose to …
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Read MoreWritten by Alexandra Maloney @ Million Mile Secrets
This post is part of our new series that will make up the Million Mile Secrets Learning Center. So, you know what points and miles are and have heard all about the awesome benefits associated with them. Hopefully, you’re considering becoming the proud owner of a shiny, new travel rewards credit card. The million-dollar question …
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Read MoreWritten by Meghan Hunter @ Million Mile Secrets
We’ve covered the minimum credit scores you would need to be approved for various Chase credit cards. That’s because although applying for new cards can be exciting, it’s a two way street in which the bank needs to choose you, too. Chase remains my favorite overall bank for its generous intro bonuses and strong earnings …
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Read MoreWritten by Joseph Hostetler @ Million Mile Secrets
If you’re new to miles and points (or credit cards in general), you probably can’t conceive why any sucker would pay an annual fee just for the privilege of using a credit card, especially when there are so many free credit cards on the market. That’s a phase we’ve all gone through — and while the …
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Read MoreWritten by Joseph Hostetler @ Million Mile Secrets
American Express issues some of the best travel credit cards in our hobby. So it’s important to make the most of your applications, your ability to earn points and the benefits they can give you. It’s easy to get lots of value from Amex Membership Rewards points, using the best American Express cards like The Platinum …
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Read MoreWritten by Meghan Hunter @ Million Mile Secrets
There aren’t as many ways to earn Capital One miles as many other miles & points currencies, like Amex Membership Rewards points and Chase Ultimate Rewards points. After all, Capital One has no dining program. There are no online shopping portals. There are no rotating quarterly bonus categories. And that’s part of what gives the program …
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Read MoreWritten by Meghan Hunter @ Million Mile Secrets
Three hotel chains are Chase transfer partners: Hyatt, IHG and Marriott. But you might be wondering which transfer partner is the best. The best way to use Chase points for free hotel stays is with Hyatt — Hyatt points go further than most other hotel points. And they have many terrific hotels around the world, like the Miraval Arizona, Hyatt Zilara …
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Read MoreWritten by Meghan Hunter @ Million Mile Secrets
Rewards credit card welcome bonuses are the fastest way, hands down, to accumulate points and jump-start your next free adventure. So naturally, a common question is which bonus is the biggest or the best. First, it’s important to understand that not all miles and points are created equal – 150,000 points offered by one travel credit …
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Read MoreWritten by Meghan Hunter @ Million Mile Secrets
The simplest credit card reward you can earn is cash back. With a cash-back card, you’re getting money back just for using a credit card. But if you’re not using the credit card with best cash-back rewards for your spending habits, you’re missing out on free money. Booking flights and hotels with rewards earned from …
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Read MoreWritten by Joseph Hostetler @ Million Mile Secrets
If you’re new to miles and points (or credit cards in general), you probably can’t conceive why any sucker would pay an annual fee just for the privilege of using a credit card, especially when there are so many free credit cards on the market. That’s a phase we’ve all gone through — and while the …
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Read MoreWritten by Jason Stauffer @ Million Mile Secrets
The Platinum® Card from American Express is one of our favorite cards for frequent travelers and ranks among our best travel cards and top American Express cards. It has an excellent welcome bonus of 60,000 Amex Membership Rewards points after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months of opening your account. And right now Amex …
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Read MoreWritten by Joseph Hostetler @ Million Mile Secrets
If you can qualify for small-business credit cards, the Capital One® Spark® Miles for Business card has a 50,000-mile bonus you’ll earn after meeting the card’s minimum spending requirements. This card also earns unlimited 2x Spark miles on all purchases. Let’s take an in-depth look at this business credit card’s benefits, bonus and how to …
Written by Joseph Hostetler @ Million Mile Secrets
American Airlines miles are great miles to earn because there are a large number of great ways to use them. American Airlines is part of the oneworld alliance, which means that you can redeem American Airlines miles for flights on any other oneworld alliance member and American Airlines’ other partners that aren’t part of oneworld. American …
Written by Andrew Wan @ Million Mile Secrets
You can gain access to a wider range of rewards programs if you can qualify for a small-business credit card, and it’s a lot easier than you may think. As long as you’re in business to make a profit, you’ll typically qualify as a small-business owner. So if you make even one dollar walking dogs, babysitting, …
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Read MoreWritten by Meghan Hunter @ Million Mile Secrets
If you’re looking to enhance your flying experience with Delta, you’ll be happy to know that great perks like annual companion certificates, priority boarding and free checked bags are all within reach. You can choose from several Delta credit cards, each of which offers different types of perks and benefits that can enhance your flying …
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Read MoreWritten by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
If you’re new to points and miles, you might be surprised to learn that there are dozens of travel rewards cards on the market and that many of these cards come in two forms: personal cards or small-business cards. These cards might look the same but more often than not, business and personal cards have slightly …
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Read MoreWritten by Jason Stauffer @ Million Mile Secrets
The best card to use for dining spending depends on your goals. For example, some people prefer to earn flexible miles & points, which add up quickly and help you save money on travel. Others like to earn straightforward cash back, which equates to getting a discount on every meal. And don’t forget, you can …
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Read MoreWritten by Jake Pearring @ Million Mile Secrets
So, you want to travel the world for pennies on the dollar? You’ve come to the right place. Here at Million Mile Secrets we can show you the basics of how to get (nearly) free flights and hotel stays to make travel more affordable for everyone. E…
