INSIDER SECRET: You can stretch American Airlines miles even further by flying during “off-peak” dates. Team member Joseph flew from Cincinnati to Barbados for just 25,000 miles round-trip! The Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite™ Mastercard® currently has an increased welcome bonus offer. If you don’t have the card yet, you should strongly consider taking advantage …
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Visiting 5 US Cities With Family for Next to Nothing – Rachel Makes It Happen by Earning Over 500,000 Miles and Points!
Welcome to the next installment of our Reader Success Series where Million Mile Secrets Readers share how they booked a trip with miles & points to get Big Travel with Small Money! This interview has been edited for content and clarity. Rachel is our newest reader success story to show folks it’s possible to travel without spending a lot of money. If you would like to be …
Read More3 Proven Ways to Skip Unbearable Airport Lines
Credit Cards That Offer TSA PreCheck for Free The Platinum Card® from American Express and The Business Platinum® Card from American Express OPEN Chase Sapphire Reserve® Citi Prestige® Card Citi® / AAdvantage Executive World Elite™ Mastercard® Ritz-Carlton Rewards® Credit Card Bank of America® Premium Rewards® Credit Card Capital One® Venture® Rewards Credit Card US Bank Altitude™ …
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Read MoreMiles and Points Make Jason’s Goal of Traveling Full Time a Reality!
Welcome to the next installment of our Reader Success Series where Million Mile Secrets Readers share how they booked a trip with miles & points to get Big Travel with Small Money! This interview has been edited for content and clarity. Jason is our newest reader success story to show folks it’s possible to travel without spending a lot of money. If you would like to …
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Read MoreTop 5 Big Travel Trips With This 60,000 American Airlines Miles Card Bonus
Andrew W: Ever since I got into the miles and points hobby, I developed a completely new appreciation for the Big Travel I can get just based on a card’s welcome bonus! In fact, it’s the first thing that comes to my mind whenever I see an improved bonus offer on a credit card. The …
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Read MoreSuccess! Reader Juli Flies Business Class to Europe Using Miles and Points!
Welcome to the next installment of our Reader Success Series where Million Mile Secrets Readers share how they booked a trip with miles & points to get Big Travel with Small Money! This interview has been edited for content and clarity. Juli is our newest reader success story to show folks it’s possible to travel without spending a lot of money. If you would like to …
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Read MoreBusiness Class to Japan or LOTS of Short-Haul Flights Within the US: Here’s How I’d Use This 60,000 American Airlines Miles Bonus
Even though I never fly American Airlines, the increased offer on the Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite™ Mastercard® certainly has me interested in applying! The card currently comes with a welcome bonus of 60,000 American Airlines miles after meeting minimum spending requirements. That’s easily worth over $1,000+ in airfare! If I decide to …
Read MoreCan you get a business credit card without a business?
I can’t deny the fact that expanding my credit card arsenal by adding business cards to my wallet has made all the difference in the world. When I got my first business credit card, my life as a business owner suddenly became much simpler. The intro bo…
Read MoreSuccess! Reader Nancy Uses Miles & Points to Share the Great Outdoors With Her Family!
Welcome to the next installment of our Reader Success Series where Million Mile Secrets Readers share how they booked a trip with miles & points to get Big Travel with Small Money! This interview has been edited for content and clarity. Nancy is our newest reader success story to show folks it’s possible to travel without spending a lot of money. If you would like to …
Read MorePro Tips: How to Read the AA Award Chart to Get Big Travel!
Reading the AA Award Chart With improved welcome bonuses on American Airlines cards like the Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite™ Mastercard®, and CitiBusiness® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Mastercard®, you might be wondering how far those American Airlines bonus miles can get you. The great news is those miles can get you VERY far, …
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Read MoreAmerican Airlines reduced-mileage awards offer discounts for 160+ travel destinations through March 2020
If you have an eligible American Airlines credit card, like the CitiBusiness®/AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Mastercard® or Citi®/AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite™ Mastercard®, you can book reduced-mileage award flights. Your discount depends on which card you use and how far you fly. You’ll get a discount of up to 7,500 American Airlines miles on round-trip flights over …
Read MoreWhat’s the Best Credit Card for Me? Here’s How to Choose!
What’s the Best Credit Card for Me? Chase Sapphire Preferred: Best Travel Credit Card for Excellent Credit Chase Ink Business Preferred: Best Credit Card for Small Business Owners The Platinum Card® from American Express: Best Credit Card for Airport Lounge Access The Business Platinum® Card from American Express OPEN: Best Travel Credit Card for Small …
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Read MoreWhat’s the Best Credit Card for Earning Delta SkyMiles?
Best SkyMiles Credit Cards for Delta Travelers Platinum Delta SkyMiles® Credit Card from American Express or Platinum Delta SkyMiles® Business Credit Card from American Express: Best SkyMiles credit card for earning an annual companion certificate Gold Delta SkyMiles® Credit Card from American Express or Gold Delta SkyMiles® Business Credit Card from American Express: Best SkyMiles credit …
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Read MoreThe best credit card for gas purchases
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, a lot of travelers are electing to drive instead of fly. If you take frequent road trips, have a long commute, or spend a lot of money on gas for any reason, getting the right credit card can save you a ton. If you’re n…
Read MoreCan you access Priority Pass lounges just by showing your Amex Platinum card?
One of the things I enjoy the most about airport lounges is how they make the entire experience waiting at the airport so much better. They’re a great spot to relax in between flights and enjoy snacks and drinks in a comfortable place. And there are many great credit cards with airport lounge access as a complimentary …
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Read MoreCan You Transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards Points Between Family Members’ Accounts?
Andrew W: Chase Ultimate Rewards points are one of my favorites because of their ease of use and flexibility in redeeming them for travel! There are plenty of redemption options, and you can even combine points across all of your cards into a single card for simplicity. The flexibility of the points also goes beyond your own …
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Read MoreStill in school? These are the best credit cards for students
As a student, you may not have the credit history or income to jump in and apply for one of the best travel credit cards, but there are plenty of cards designed for students to build their credit history. Some of them earn lucrative travel rewards or straightforward cash back. Let’s look at the best credit …
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Read MoreBest first credit card for beginners
Starting out with credit can be tricky because some of the best miles and points credit cards are reserved for those with an excellent credit score. But it is possible to get a great rewards card even if you are at the beginning of this journey. We’ve compiled a list of the best first credit …
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Read MoreHow Exactly Does Chase Get Your “5/24” Count? Do Business Cards From Chase Add to It?
Of all the bank application rules, the one that stirs up the most questions is – hands down – the Chase “5/24” rule! The rule’s name comes from the fact that Chase won’t approve you for their cards if you’ve opened 5 or more credit cards from any bank within the past 24 months. But …
Read MoreClearing Up the Confusion: Can You Get the Bonus on Multiple Chase Ink Cards?
Many of you love Chase Ultimate Rewards points because of their flexibility and great transfer partners. And with the terrific bonuses available on Chase credit cards, we’ve been getting questions about them. For example, the Ink Business Cash℠ Credit Card and Ink Business Preferred℠ Credit Card currently come with BIG sign-up bonuses! But they are both business cards issued by Chase. So …
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