Written by Sarah Page Maxwell @ MileValue
This is a living post, continuously updated over time as the miles and points hobby evolves. They change the rules and we have to stay on top of them. Today I’ve updated the section about Citi cards to reflect the new sign up bonus eligibility timelines for their AAdvantage co-branded credit cards. If I’ve left […]
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The Best Places to Visit in Costa Rica
Written by NomadicMatt @ Nomadic Matt's Travel Site
Updated: 12/20/2018 | December 20th, 2018 Costa Rica is one of the most visited countries in Central America. American tourists have been flocking to the country for years, and it’s become a hot spot for retirees and expats due to its cheap living, great weather, amazing beaches, and friendly locals. I love Costa Rica. It […]
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Read MoreThe Best 10 Travel Apps of 2018
Written by NomadicMatt @ Nomadic Matt's Travel Site
In this month’s travel tech guest post, Dave Dean from Too Many Adaptors weighs in on the best travel apps of the year. What apps should you be using? Are there some you should definitely be avoiding? Our tech expert has you covered!
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Read MoreMy 24 Favorite Hostels in Europe
Written by NomadicMatt @ Nomadic Matt's Travel Site
Just updated on: 08/02/2018 | August 2nd, 2018 I’ve been staying in hostels in Europe for over twelve years. I’ve probably stayed at close to a thousand by now. Some were wonderful; others I couldn’t leave quick enough. Some have stood the test of time while others have long since vanished. The hostel scene is […]
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Read MoreMy 16 Favorite Things to Do in the Virgin Islands
Written by NomadicMatt @ Nomadic Matt's Travel Site
Updated: 7/30/18 | July 30th, 2018 Two of the most-visited destinations in the Caribbean, the US and British Virgin Islands are what I expected them to be: white sand beaches, excellent diving and snorkeling, turquoise crystal-clear water, scenic hiking, lots of boating opportunities, and heavily poured rum drinks. I spent a month traveling around the […]
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Read MoreMy 17 Favorite Hostels in the World
Written by NomadicMatt @ Nomadic Matt's Travel Site
Finding the right hostel can really take your trip to the next level. Here is a list of some of the best hostels I’ve stayed at all around the world. If you’re going to any of these cities don’t miss these hostels – they are the best of the best!
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Read MoreMy Favorite Restaurants in Hong Kong
Written by NomadicMatt @ Nomadic Matt's Travel Site
Updated: 07/04/2018 | July 4th, 2018 In the crowded streets of Hong Kong, one always finds street vendors serving delicious noodles, roasted ducks hanging in the windows of restaurants, fish tanks full of tonight’s dinner, and trendy eateries next to decades-old dim sum establishments. Smells of rice, fried chicken, and noodles fill the air as you move […]
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Read MoreThe Top 15 Historical Sites in the World
Written by NomadicMatt @ Nomadic Matt's Travel Site
There are so many breathtaking and incredible historical sites built by ancient civilizations in the world, it’s sometimes hard to narrow down which are the best. But I have reflected on it and in this post, I share 15 historical sites are the best in the world and a must see for the avid traveler or history buff.
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Read MoreVote for MileValue as Best Miles & Points Blog
Written by Scott Grimmer @ MileValue
MileValue was nominated by USA Today as the Best Miles-and-Points Blog. Through November 6, 2017 at noon ET, you can vote for MileValue here. You can vote once per day, just by clicking vote without having to give any personal information. Winning this beauty contest would be nice, but I already feel like a winner. I’ve […]
Guide to Booking Delta Flights to Hawaii for 25,000 Korean Miles Roundtrip, 45k in First
Written by Scott Grimmer @ MileValue
Updated heavily 1/13/17 since you can now book these awards online. It is cheaper to book the exact same Delta flights to Hawaii with Korean miles than with Delta miles. Delta charges 22,500 miles each way in economy and 40,000 miles in First Class between the mainland and Hawaii or 50,000 in flat bed Delta One Korean charges 25,000 […]
Get the Most Out of Your American Express Platinum Card
Written by Rookie Alli @ MileValue
Note from Sarah Page: I am updating this post in light of the fact that the CardMatch tool is offering 100,000 Membership Reward bonus points for the Amex Platinum Card. Missed that news? Check here to see if you’re targeted. No hard credit pull will take place and your credit score will not be affected. […]
New United Free One Way Rules as of October 2016
Written by Scott Grimmer @ MileValue
United Free One Ways are now more powerful than ever. A few weeks ago, United tried to cripple free one ways, but has unintentionally made the new rule that you can add a free one way almost anywhere in the world onto your international awards. First, a short history lesson. On October 6, 2016, United […]
9 Limited Time Credit Card Offers You Don’t Want to Miss
Written by Sarah Page Maxwell @ MileValue
Competition is stiff among big boy issuing banks at the moment. It has a lot to do with the Chase Sapphire Reserve card kicking ass, and everyone else just trying to keep their head above water. How does this affect you? Amazing credit card sign up offers. Lots of them. Here are nine that are only going to be around […]
How to Book a RTW Trip in 2017. Use These Underpriced Awards Around the World.
Written by Scott Grimmer @ MileValue
Until 2014, the best way to use miles to book a round-the-world (RTW) trip was to save a lot of one mileage currency and book a special RTW award with those miles. If you’ve saved up miles for years to book yourself such a once-in-a-lifetime trip, you’re probably dismayed that the best two RTW awards […]
Issuing Banks Rules for Approvals and New Bonuses
Written by Scott Grimmer @ MileValue
This is a living post, continuously updated over time as the miles and points hobby evolves. They change the rules and we have to stay on top of them. Today I’ve updated the section about Citi cards to reflect the new sign-up bonus eligibility timelines for their AAdvantage co-branded credit cards. If I’ve left something […]