3 Proven Ways to Skip Unbearable Airport Lines

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Transatlantic Business Class Flights Starting at ~$650 One-Way, and Earn a SUPER EASY 1,500 Chase Ultimate Rewards Points (Targeted)

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

1.   Cheap Business Class Flights From Europe to the US Heading to Europe on miles & points later this year?  You might want to consider booking a one-way award flight to Europe, and purchasing your return flight with this deal! TAP Portugal is selling Business Class flights from several European cities to the US starting …

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Emily’s France Trip Report – Part 1: Introduction & Planning

Written by Emily @ Million Mile Secrets

Emily:  My partner Alfy and I wanted to take a summer vacation, so we planned a visit to France.  We paid ~$410 each for our family of 4 to fly round-trip to France in Business Class.  And had a luxurious stay in a ~$1,600 per night suite for ~$160 TOTAL. This series of posts will …

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7 Checklist Items for When Your New AMEX Business Platinum Card Arrives in the Mail

Written by Devon @ Million Mile Secrets

The 100,000 AMEX Membership Rewards point bonus on The Business Platinum® Card from American Express OPEN is disappearing August 8, 2018!  You can earn the full bonus after meeting tiered minimum spending requirements. When you get this card, you’ll have a to-do list in order to make the most of its benefits.  We’ll help you stay on top …

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Getting Ready for Travel – How Quickly Will You Receive Your New Card?

Written by Jason @ Million Mile Secrets

Getting approved for a new credit card is exciting!  And if you’re like me, you probably can’t wait to receive the card and start making purchases. Because the sooner you meet minimum spending requirements on new cards, the quicker you can unlock lucrative welcome bonuses!  And that’s the easiest way to get Big Travel with Small Money! Most credit …

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Sunrise on Haleakala: How I’d Use the 100,000 American Express Business Platinum Bonus

Written by A.J. @ Million Mile Secrets

The 100,000 bonus point offer for The Business Platinum Card from American Express™ is back for a limited time until August 8, 2018!  This is the highest public bonus we have ever seen on this card. And if I were to get this bonus, I would put it to good use by catching a breathtaking sunrise on Haleakala …

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How I’d Use the 100,000 American Express Business Platinum Bonus to Visit Family More Often

Written by Katie @ Million Mile Secrets

The Business Platinum® Card from American Express OPEN is now offering a huge 100,000 AMEX Membership Rewards point welcome bonus!  This is a limited-time offer that is good through August 8, 2018. There are lots of great ways to use your AMEX Membership Rewards points for Big Travel with Small Money!  My husband’s family lives …

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Dancing on Eagle Beach: How I’d Use the 100,000 American Express Business Platinum Bonus!

Written by Devon @ Million Mile Secrets

Devon:   The 100,000 AMEX Membership Rewards point bonus on The Business Platinum® Card from American Express OPEN has returned for a limited time (offer ends August 8, 2018)!  You can earn the full bonus after meeting tiered minimum spending requirements. I have never been to a tropical island and if I earned the 100,000 AMEX Membership Rewards …

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Earn Frequent Flyer Miles on Your Free Flights to Hawaii With These Great Fare Deals!

Written by Jason @ Million Mile Secrets

There are some great deals to Hawaii right now, with round-trip flights starting at under $400!  With cheap flights like these, it might make sense to pay cash and save your miles & points for more expensive flights. But these fares are so low, folks with The Business Platinum® Card from American Express OPEN could take …

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Today Only: We’ll Give You a Personalized Recommendation Regarding Which Card You Should Apply for Next!

Written by Jason @ Million Mile Secrets

Today, June 14, 2018, until 5 pm Central Time we’ll be personally helping you to figure out which card you should apply for next!  All you have to do is comment on this post with your answers to the questions below and we’ll get right back to you with our recommendations. When it comes to …

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I Got a Big Fat Nothing for a Retention Offer (but Kept This Card Anyway!)

Written by Jasmin @ Million Mile Secrets

Jasmin:   My kids will report that I’m full of annoying “Mom-isms” which drive them crazy.  One of their least favorites is “Just do it.  It’s a life skill.” So why can’t I take my own advice when it comes to calling credit card companies to ask for a retention bonus when a card’s annual fee …

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Delta Award Sales North and South of the Border, New AMEX Centurion Lounge Coming to Los Angeles, and Chase Removes 2 Card Benefits

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

1.   Delta Award Sales Delta has routes on sale to a few fun destinations in Alaska and Canada right now!  For example, you can fly round-trip in coach from: Seattle to Anchorage for 14,000 Delta miles New York (LaGuardia) to Montreal for 14,000 Delta miles Seattle to Calgary for 16,000 Delta miles Minneapolis to Anchorage …

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You Can Now Book Thanksgiving and Christmas Flights on Southwest, Reach London for 50% Fewer Points, and More!

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

1.   Southwest Extends Schedule Southwest is now taking reservations for flights into 2019! If you’re planning to travel for Thanksgiving or Christmas (or if you just want a warm escape from the colder months), you can book Southwest flights through January 6, 2019!  Southwest flies to lots of fun destinations in the US.  And lots …

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Ultimate Guide to Big Travel With AMEX Membership Rewards Points: Part 4 – Best Ways to Fly to Hawaii

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

You get lots of travel flexibility with AMEX Membership Rewards points.  Because if you don’t have set travel plans for a future trip, these transferable points give you the option to choose from multiple airline partners when the time comes to plan your travel. Folks in the miles & points hobby know earning transferable points, like AMEX Membership …

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MORE Rules for AMEX Centurion Lounge Access?

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Lots of folks consider American Express Centurion Lounges to be the best lounges in the US.  That’s because they offer perks like tasty buffet-style meals, premium alcoholic beverages, showers, conference spaces, and speedy Wi-Fi. Previously, you needed a boarding pass, same-day flight, and eligible AMEX Platinum card to enter the lounge.  But according to Miles to …

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What’s the Best Credit Card for Me? Here’s How to Choose!

Written by Andrew W @ Million Mile Secrets

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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What’s the Best Credit Card for Earning Delta SkyMiles?

Written by Andrew W @ Million Mile Secrets

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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My Love-Hate Relationship With Priority Pass

Written by Keith @ Million Mile Secrets

I have 3 popular travel rewards credit cards that offer a Priority Pass Select membership.  This means I can (in theory) access 1,000+ airport lounges around the world. But the lounges that are part of the network can make their own rules and set restrictions when it comes to allowing guests in.  On 2 recent …

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Blog Giveaway: 6,000 JetBlue Points!

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter! Thanks to everyone for supporting the blog!  This week, we’re giving away 6,000 JetBlue points! How to Enter Link:   Sign-Up for Our Free Newsletter Link:   Click This Link and Comment With Your FAVORITE Way to Redeem AMEX Membership Rewards Points To enter this giveaway, you must subscribe to our free daily newsletter (or already …

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5 New Things You Need to Know About Southwest

Lyn writes about how to fly free on Southwest on her GotoTravelGal.com blog, and has written a free ebook that walks you step-by-step through how to earn the coveted Southwest Companion Pass.  If you can earn it, the Southwest Companion Pass lets 1 person fly nearly free with you for up to 2 years!  Lyn:  My goodness, …

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