Written by Cynthia Paez Bowman @ Million Mile Secrets
We just went through an unprecedented global shutdown during history’s most mobilized time. Before the coronavirus, anyone with Instagram (for some inspiration) and a credit card (preferably a travel rewards one) could book a ticket straight from their…
Category: Guides
Complete map of Hyatt hotels (with award prices)
Written by Joseph Hostetler @ Million Mile Secrets
Hyatt hotels are priced according to award category. All Hyatt hotel brands fall into Categories 1 to 7 — but a select few Small Luxury Hotels (a fun Hyatt partner) wander into Category 8, which is expensive. Hyatt hotels are many miles and point…
Complete map of Marriott hotels (with award prices)
Written by Joseph Hostetler @ Million Mile Secrets
Marriott hotel brands include fancy hotels like Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis (categorize those under “wildest dreams” hotels, located in stunning destination like the Maldives, Bora Bora, Dubai, etc.) but they also have very practical and ubi…
8 ways to be a more eco-conscious traveler in 2021
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
There’s an unspoken term that is often on the back of any eco-conscious travelers’ mind. While talking to friends about their incredible hike up Machu Picchu, that eight-day trek to climb Kilimanjaro, or even the relaxing beach vacation in San Diego, w…
Here’s how you can get through TSA faster
Written by Kaeli Conforti @ Million Mile Secrets
As more vaccinations are rolled out and the world continues to reopen, people are thinking about travel again more than ever. For those who have been staying home since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic over a year ago, there’s finally something to lo…
Everything to know about Copa Airlines status
Written by Drew Macomber @ Million Mile Secrets
Copa Airlines has a tight relationship with United Airlines and has even cloned many aspects of United’s program (like its award chart, before United decided to put theirs in the trash bin). When I realized that Copa Airline’s upgrade certificate…
What’s the best credit card for Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platforms?
Written by Aaron Wong @ The Milelion
BNPL services offer an opportunity to maximize your card rewards, stretch your cashflow and enjoy some freebies. Here’s which cards to use.
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How far in advance should you book your flight?
Written by Alexandra Maloney @ Million Mile Secrets
If you’re the type of person who searches the internet high and low for the cheapest flight prices, you’re not alone. While earning bonuses from travel rewards credit cards is always the best option to score cheap fares, it can be hard to u…
This Clark Howard travel hack could save you a ton on baggage fees
Written by Joseph Hostetler @ Million Mile Secrets
I remember many years ago listening to Clark Howard muse about the unique way he skirts airline baggage fees. My memory is a tad foggy — so don’t want to put words in his mouth — but essentially he would decline to pay for a bag by le…
Guide to Hertz points: Their value and the best ways to earn and use them
Written by Alexandra Maloney @ Million Mile Secrets
Hertz by far has the best rewards program for car rentals. Hertz has locations all over the world, tons of partnerships with travel companies, and great rates. In this post, we’ll break down everything you need to know about Hertz points including earn…
Delta’s new tool helps you find cheap flights and plan around COVID-19 (but it’s useful for ANY airline)
Written by Joseph Hostetler @ Million Mile Secrets
Delta recently unveiled a new tool on their website: The Delta Discover Map. This map is designed to help you spend Delta miles or real cash for your upcoming travel. Many of us are flush with Delta miles, as the best Delta credit cards have gigantic l…
Quick guide to Asiana Airlines miles
Written by Drew Macomber @ Million Mile Secrets
While working on other more common airline award charts, we decided to make another one, this time an Asiana Airlines mileage redemption chart. It may not be as important to you as our AA award chart or United Airlines award chart, but it’s worth a loo…
How to use American Airlines 500-mile upgrade certificates
Written by Joseph Hostetler @ Million Mile Secrets
I have no airline loyalty. I fly the one that’s cheapest, whether with cash or miles. I’ll never really experience the wonders of airline elite status because I never intend to regularly pay for flights. With the right airline credit card s…
Guide to EVA Air’s award chart
Written by Sarah Hostetler @ Million Mile Secrets
EVA Air is a Southeast Asian airline based in Taiwan. It flies to six U.S. cities from its hub in Taipei, meaning most of us haven’t flown them — or would find ourselves in a situation that would require us to fly an EVA airplane. In fact, if you…
The best points hotels near popular U.S. national parks
Written by Kaeli Conforti @ Million Mile Secrets
Whether you’re day tripping to lesser-visited spots or planning epic road trips, national parks are often a popular choice when it comes to spring and summer travel. And while you can camp, glamp or use your RV, not everyone wants to rough it or spend …
How to use hotel Best Rate Guarantees (A trick to getting cheaper hotel stays)
Written by Drew Macomber @ Million Mile Secrets
If you’re a savvy traveler, there’s no doubt you know to use one of the best hotel credit cards when booking your hotel stay. But have you ever booked a hotel room and realized later that you could have gotten a better price elsewhere? Most…
Virtual field trips and travel activities for kids
Written by Lena Borrelli @ Million Mile Secrets
As we quickly approach the second quarter of 2021, the world today still bears the heavy scars of coronavirus. Nowhere perhaps is it more evident than on the nation’s children, who have not been spared from the sickness and have also seen schools, even…
Cheapest ways to get foreign currency
Written by Erin Lizzo @ Million Mile Secrets
Here is a scenario that you want to avoid: You’ve budgeted out the obvious expenses for your trip – the cost of a flight to Oaxaca, lodging, food, and entertainment. You’ve researched the currency exchange rate and know that right now, 1 USD = ~2…
Keys to finding Star Alliance Award seats to Europe
Written by Drew Macomber @ Million Mile Secrets
Is summer approaching already? Time flies, and so does Earth’s population during summer vacation. It’s peak season for most everyone in the travel industry, and flight availability can stink. But there are a few solutions for finding better availabilit…
9 tips on how to best use Korean Air Skypass miles
Written by Drew Macomber @ Million Mile Secrets
You’ve seldom encountered an airline as persnickety as Korean Air. It’s got rules that make no sense and airline miles that aren’t exactly easy to acquire (they used to be a Chase transfer partner, but no longer). But with the eccentricities come some …