Exploring the Amalfi Coast: How I’d Use 50,000 Chase Points

Written by Andrew R @ Million Mile Secrets

One of my favorite trips so far was traveling the winding roads around Italy’s stunning Amalfi Coast. From the fresh seafood to the crystal clear water to the picturesque views, the Amalfi Coast is something everyone should experience at least once! And with the sign-up bonus you can earn from the no-annual-fee Ink Business Unlimited℠ Credit …

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How to Get $1,000+ of Travel From the Chase Ink Business Unlimited Credit Card Bonus

Written by Andrew W @ Million Mile Secrets

The Chase Ink BusinessSM Unlimited is a great credit card many business owners should consider.  It’s currently offering a welcome bonus of $500 (50,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points) after spending $3,000 on purchases in the first 3 months of account opening!  The card also has no annual fee, so it won’t cost you anything to …

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6 Reasons We Like the Chase Ink Business Unlimited Credit Card

Written by A.J. @ Million Mile Secrets

The Ink Business Unlimited℠ Credit Card is Chase’s newest small business card. This new card is a compelling option for small business owners!  With no annual fee, the Ink Business Unlimited has a terrific sign-up bonus and a simple 1.5% cash back (1.5 Chase Ultimate Rewards points per $1) earning structure. With so many options …

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Reader Question: When Will the Sign-Up Bonus From a Chase Southwest Card Post to My Account?

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Sign-up bonuses are a BIG part of getting lots of free travel, so it’s important to know when the miles or points you earn will post to your account. This is especially true if you want to use your travel rewards sooner rather than later! Million Mile Secrets reader Nancy asks: How long does it take …

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Ultimate Guide to Korean Air Miles: Part 5 – How to Transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards Points to Korean Air

Written by Avery Campbell @ Million Mile Secrets

Korean Air miles are some of the most valuable out there.  You can use them for award tickets on Korean Air or SkyTeam alliance partners like Delta, China Airlines, and Air France, and fly to Hawaii, Asia, and Europe for fewer miles than other airlines charge. If you haven’t flown Korean Air, you might not …

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What to Do When the Flight You Want Isn’t on the Chase Ultimate Rewards Travel Portal

Written by Jason Stauffer @ Million Mile Secrets

Million Mile Secrets reader Jer commented: I’m not seeing Allegiant Air as an option in the results for the Chase Travel Portal.  But I’ve confirmed flights are available directly through Allegiant Air.  Can I still book those flights with Chase Ultimate Rewards points? Allegiant Air flights do NOT show up in your Chase Ultimate Rewards Travel Portal search …

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Dinged! $692 for a Tiny Rental Car Dent…How I Escaped This Outrageous Charge

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Team member Harlan told me how primary rental car insurance from his Chase Sapphire Reserve card saved him nearly $700 after he noticed a small ding on the door. I haven’t had experience with the claims process.  So I asked him to share what happened! Harlan:   See that little ding in the photo above?  I was torn …

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Worth It? Earn a 30% Bonus When You Transfer Hotel Points to United Airlines

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Via Frequent Miler, you can earn a 30% bonus when you transfer hotel points to United Airlines through November 30, 2017. Usually, I would NOT recommend doing this because of the poor transfer ratios.  But it’s a good deal if you book a Marriott Hotel + Air package, especially if you transfer Starwood points to Marriott, first! It could also be worth it …

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Love Hawaii? Everything to Know About the NEW Way to Fly With Small Money

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

In case you missed last night’s fantastic announcement – Southwest will fly to Hawaii starting in 2018! This is terrific news, because more competition on this route could result in cheaper fares for everyone.  And it opens up new opportunities for folks who collect Chase Ultimate Rewards points.  Or if you have the Southwest Companion …

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Ultimate Guide to Korean Air Miles: Part 1 – Introduction to Korean Air Miles

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Korean Air SKYPASS isn’t usually the first frequent flyer program that comes to mind when you’re planning to transfer flexible points to book award flights. But did you know you can get great deals using Korean Air miles to places like Italy, South Africa, and Hawaii on partner airlines like Delta, KLM, and Alaska Airlines?  …

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You’ll Soon Be Able to Use Hotel Points for Free Nights at Vacation Rentals Around the World!

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Lots of folks prefer vacation rentals like Airbnbs to hotels because they have a homier feel.  And via Travel With Grant, Hyatt is trying to break in to the vacation rental market with Oasis home rentals. It’s supposed to be like staying at an Airbnb, but with the added perks of a hotel.  Including things like …

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Don’t Give Up Transfer Flexibility by Downgrading Both of These Popular Travel Cards!

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Lots of folks have a couple of Chase cards with annual fees.  And want to save money by closing or downgrading their accounts. Million Mile Secrets reader, Shirley, commented: I’ve had the Chase Sapphire Reserve and Chase Sapphire Preferred cards for ~1 year and and my annual fees are almost due.  I want to avoid …

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Will Hyatt’s Loyalty Program Soon Adopt Valuable Starwood Traits?

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Here’s some potentially good news for folks who collect Hyatt points! Hyatt has appointed Starwood’s former senior vice president and commercial services officer to lead the World of Hyatt loyalty program, and Hyatt’s 5-star wellness retreats, Exhale and Miraval. Hyatt Brings in Starwood Executive to Run Loyalty Program Starwood’s former loyalty program head, Mark Vondrasek, …

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Here’s a Card Strategy for Folks Who Like to Stay Off the Beaten Path!

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Emily and I love to help folks get Big Travel with Small Money!  So we started a new series to help readers with their credit card strategy, to help them achieve their travel goals! If you’re interested in being featured, send us an email or a message to info -at- millionmilesecrets.com or on Facebook or Twitter. Million Mile Secrets reader Paul writes: I am …

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Step-by-Step: How to Search for British Airways Award Flights Like a Pro!

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Lots of folks collect British Airways Avios points, because they’re easy to earn!  And you can use them to book award flights to Europe and beyond on British Airways, fly cheaply to Hawaii on partner airlines, or get a great deal from the East Coast to Ireland on partner Aer Lingus. British Airways has a …

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Step-by-Step: How (and Why!) to Transfer Starwood Points to British Airways for Big Travel

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Folks like using British Airways Avios points to book award flights on British Airways and their partner airlines, because their distance based award chart is great for short-haul flights.  And for inexpensive award flights from the West Coast to Hawaii.   Or from certain US cities to Europe! Because of the increased 100,000-point sign-up bonus on the Chase British Airways card, now …

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Get the Biggest Bonus Ever When Purchasing These Airline Miles!

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Via One Mile at a Time, Flying Blue is offering a 100% bonus on purchased Flying Blue miles through September 25, 2017.  Meaning you can by Flying Blue miles for nearly 50% off! Flying Blue is the loyalty program of Air France and KLM. This could be a great deal for folks who have a particular trip in mind.  Or …

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Fly Fancy for Less! 25% Off Business (and Coach) Award Seats to Europe and Beyond

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Planning a holiday trip to Europe?  Via View From the Wing, Air France and KLM have released new Flying Blue Promo Awards for the last 2 months of the year. Starting today, September 1, 2017, you can book discounted award flights for travel between November 1, 2017, and December 31, 2017, depending on your departure city.  There are lots of Canadian cities on this list. …

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Step-by-Step: How to Transfer Chase Points to British Airways

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

Lots of folks collect British Airways Avios points because you can use them for inexpensive award flights on great partner airlines, like Aer Lingus, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines. For example, you can fly to Hawaii for 25,000 points, save big on domestic travel, and pay much less for flights to Europe! Now is a great …

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Should You Cancel a Card That’s Being Discontinued?

Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets

If your card is discontinued and changes to another card, you will NOT earn a sign-up bonus on the new card.  And there are a few things to consider before you cancel it! Million Mile Secrets reader, Jesse, commented: I had the Chase Fairmont card, which converted to the Chase Sapphire Preferred on August 15, 2017.  …

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