Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
White sandy beaches, clear blue skies and reading a good book from under the shade of a palm tree…that’s my idea of a relaxing vacation. Oh, and let’s just raise the bar a bit – you’re staying at a luxe resort where all of the food is free. This scenario could only be more perfect if …
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Southwest Is Making Their Flights Safer But Even Without This Change You’re Still Much Better Off in a Plane Than a Car
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
I’ve mentioned this before, but I am not my usual calm, best, sunny self when flying in a plane. That’s because I’m usually somewhere between mildly uncomfortable to extremely terrified when in flight. It’s a bit of a dilemma for a person who loves to travel. I know this fear is irrational. But…is it really? A …
Delta Is Updating Their Boarding Process – Here’s How to Make Sure It Doesn’t Negatively Impact You
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
It seems like recently, many of the airlines that we fly with have started to play around with new configurations of the boarding process. Last month, I talked about Southwest’s new idea to board the plane from both the front and the back (a method that’s in practice in many other countries and seems to …
Have You Flown With Southwest or American Airlines Since 2011? They Might Owe You Cash!
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Typically, we expect to spend money on travel and in return, we’re paid out in unique experiences, exposure to new cultures, and adventurous stories to bring home and share with friends. But now it’s time to check all of your old airline receipts and flight itineraries. Did you fly on either American Airlines or Southwest Airlines …
Marriott Lost a Prime Hotel in Hawaii – Here’s Where You Can Use Your Marriott Points Nearby
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Going once, going twice, gone! The St. Regis Princeville hotel in Kauai, Hawaii is leaving Marriott-Starwood after its recent sale. The hotel was purchased by Starwood Capital (I know, leaving Starwood for a company with Starwood in its name kind of confusing) and will be affiliated with the 1 Hotel chain. Starwood Capital bought the property for …
Keep Your Card Information Safe by Paying at the Pump With a Mobile Wallet – Here’s How to Do It With Chase Pay & Samsung Pay
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Here’s something that isn’t super fun to think about. Security. But it’s important to consider, especially around the holiday season. Recently, my brother was telling me about a very sincere-sounding email he received from his boss, who was asking him to purchase $400 worth of iTunes gift cards and to send her the confirmation codes …
American Airlines Makes Much Needed Improvement to Their Mobile App
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Here’s some good news for impulse shoppers and people who like to book award travel while they’re on the go (like me!) – American Airlines has updated their app so that you can use your American Airlines miles to book award flights on the go. When I first heard about this I thought to myself …
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Read MoreAmerican Express Deal: Get 5% Cash Back At Select Department Stores With This Offer (Targeted)
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Here’s some good news to ponder while you’re sitting in front of the fireplace sipping on eggnog and looking for holiday gifts online. The Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express is now offering some cardholders 5% cash back when you shop at certain department stores. This offer was sent out via email, so you’ll want to …
Disney Has Out Done Themselves With This New Themed Hotel – I Can’t Wait to Check It Out!
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
A long, long time ago in a galaxy far away…many of us fell deeply in love with Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, and Princess Leia. I know I did. Were you one of those kids that imagined they too could easily maneuver a lightsaber, wouldn’t hesitate for a minute when faced with the choice of going to …
Takes 15 Seconds: Give Yourself a Chance to Win 500,000 American Airlines Miles & Other Prizes
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Here’s a question that’s always fun to think about – what would you do with 500,000 free American Airlines miles? Would you fly your entire family to Europe first class? Would you surprise your best friend with a three-month multi-destination adventure? Or would you take the opportunity to pack up for a year and explore the …
Lyft to Launch Loyalty Program – Here’s How You Can Start Saving Now
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Here’s some pretty exciting news – Lyft is about to launch a loyalty program. This feels like a bit of a bonus, a freebie. This news comes on the heels of the announcement that Synchrony will soon be issuing a Lyft co-branded credit card. But I don’t expect it to be a better option for …
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Read MoreSouthwest Wants to Save You Time With a Clever New Boarding Process
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
It’s tough to think of a more polarizing topic in airline travel than the Southwest boarding process. Some people love the organized structure of lining up in a very specific order based on their ticket letter/number. “It’s so civilized,” they might say. Other people (like myself) feel like it kind of brings out the worst in …
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Read MoreDelta Wants You to Know in Advance When the Weather Will Impact Your Flight – Here’s How They’re Doing It
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Delta is already one of my favorite airlines. I’ve been accumulating miles on my Gold Delta SkyMiles® Credit Card from American Express for several years now and it seems like there are so many ways to pick up extra rewards miles, like promotions with their partners such as Lyft. They are almost always on schedule, the planes …
Use a Single American Express Membership Rewards Point to Save $15 at Amazon (Targeted)
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Amazon. You either love them, can’t live without them, or feel like they’re out to crush small business owners and take over the world. Regardless of your position, there is a good chance you’ve done some online shopping at some point with one of the world’s largest retailers. Personally, I believe that Amazon has spoiled me …
New American Express Membership Rewards Transfer Bonus – 24,000 Points One-Way to Europe!
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Here’s a bit of exciting news for folks who have accumulated a decent amount of AMEX Membership Rewards points. Until November 30, 2018, you can get a 25% bonus when you convert AMEX Membership Rewards points to AeroMexico points. But this transfer bonus works a bit differently than your typically AMEX Membership Rewards bonus offer. I …
Royal Caribbean Announces New Hawaii & Alaska Sailings – Here’s How to Take Advantage of Both
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Raise your hand if you love to relax in luxury, enjoy deluxe meals amongst new friends, and explore cool destinations when you’re not hanging out by the pool drinking mojitos. I do! If you’re in the same boat as me (pun definitely intended), then a cruise might be right up your alley. From a historic cruise …
This Company Is Putting Together One of the Wildest (and Tastiest) Flights in the World!
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Some might call this a dream come true, others might worry about the availability and proximity of the bathroom. Either way, I’m intrigued by BrewDog, the craft beer network that recently expanded to where no other brewery has thought venture – the sky. Yep, it’s true. This UK-based brewery has scheduled an inaugural flight on BrewDog …
Disney Cruises Has Announced New Dates & Destinations! Hawaii Is Back on the Menu!
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Here’s some good news for Disney fans – the Magic Kingdom has announced new cruise dates and now extends to a few new destinations on the high seas. Currently, there are 113 available cruise itineraries available with dates between January 2020 and May 2020. Cruises range from just a few nights to a multi-week excursion. …
A New Look at a Familiar Place – 7 Ways to Take a 24-Hour Staycation!
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
If you’ve been following Million Mile Secrets, there is a very good chance that we have something in common – the love of travel. You’d probably also agree that travel is a great way to step outside of routine, explore new places, re-energize and gain a fresh perspective. Many of us would probably argue that …
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Read MoreSay Goodbye to Oversized Luggage Stress! The Kayak & KLM Apps Use Augmented Reality to Size-Up Your Carryon!
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Is it me, or does it seem like every time you go to the airport the restrictions on carryon luggage become just a bit more difficult to manage? Gone are the days of unlimited checked bags and free-for-all carryons. Think you should pack a winter coat for that trip to Chicago in February? Better to …