Written by Andrew W @ Million Mile Secrets
Before I stumbled into the miles and points hobby, I used to look at traveling as a luxury that I might be able to do only once every several years. After all, between the airfare, hotels, and car rentals, those costs can very quickly add up to several thousand dollars! But miles and points have …
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Review: A Whopping $18,000 in Business Class Flights for 4 on Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific With American Airlines Miles!
Earlier this year I redeemed American Airlines miles for my family’s most epic journey yet. We flew Japan Airlines from Manila to Tokyo, and then to Vancouver after an overnight stay. And after that, we traveled on Cathay Pacific from Vancouver to New York (JFK) – all in Business Class. This was the biggest miles …
Read MoreRuined: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Family Trip to Europe (and Plans to Fix It)
Written by Jasmin @ Million Mile Secrets
A friend of mine and her family have been planning a bucket-list trip to Europe this summer for nearly 2 years. They’ve never traveled overseas before, so there was much excitement in anticipation of all the amazing new things they’d see and do. With the help of a travel agent, she came up with an …
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Read MoreA Luxury Hyatt, Round-Trip Flights to Paradise, and a Fancy Convertible in Wine Country: Top 3 Most Fun Ways I’ve Used Chase Points
Written by Roger Young @ Million Mile Secrets
Some of my favorite travel experiences have been thanks to Chase Ultimate Rewards points. For the last 5 years, I have been redeeming points and miles to get Big Travel with Small Money. And I can safely say that Chase Ultimate Rewards points are among the most valuable and versatile rewards currencies on the planet. …
Visiting Asia With Miles & Points! Here’s How Reader Lori Took a $30,000+ Trip With Her Dad for Only ~$500!
Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets
Welcome to the next installment of our Reader Success Series where Million Mile Secrets Readers share how they booked a trip with miles & points to get Big Travel with Small Money! Lori is our newest reader success story to show folks it’s possible to travel without spending a lot of money. A big thank …
Fly Round-Trip to Hawaii: New Offers (One Increased!) on Hawaiian Airlines Cards Are Live
Written by Meghan @ Million Mile Secrets
Yesterday we shared the Barclays Hawaiian Airlines cards are getting a refresh. And now the new offers on the Barclays Hawaiian Airlines® World Elite Mastercard® and Hawaiian Airlines® Business Mastercard® are open for applications. If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii, either of these cards will earn you 50,000 Hawaiian Airlines miles after meeting a …
Heads Up: The Hawaiian Airlines Card Is Getting a Valuable Refresh!
Written by Meghan @ Million Mile Secrets
Anyone who likes earning and using Hawaiian Airlines miles will be happy about this news! As of tomorrow, July 11, 2018, the Barclays Hawaiian Airlines® World Elite Mastercard® will have a new earning structure. And you’ll be able to earn more Hawaiian Airlines miles for certain purchases you make with the card. Here’s more about the …
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Read MoreCheap Flights! New York – Mauritius $741, Baltimore – Los Angeles $256, San Francisco – Rome $530, Boston – Costa Rica $278
Written by Jasmin @ Million Mile Secrets
Check it out! If you’re looking for an inexpensive trip this fall (or early next year), you can scratch one off the bucket list by visiting Mauritius, or escape to Italy or Costa Rica for cheap! Plus, fly transcontinental for just over $250! I’ve checked each fare using ITA Matrix and confirmed they’re still available …
Don’t Forget! One Week Left to Apply for the Limited-Time United Airlines Card Offer!
Written by Keith @ Million Mile Secrets
The limited-time United Explorer Card offer ends July 16, 2018! Even if you never fly United Airlines, earning their frequent flyer miles can come in handy. Because you can redeem them for award flights on more than 25 Star Alliance partner airlines, including ANA, Lufthansa, LOT Polish Airlines, and Singapore Airlines. And you’ll never pay fuel surcharges! I recently …
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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Read MoreCiti AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard Approval Tips
Written by Andrew R @ Million Mile Secrets
Right now, the Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite™ Mastercard® is offering a higher than normal sign-up bonus. You can earn 60,000 American Airlines miles after meeting minimum spending requirements! With those 60,000 American Airlines miles you can get over $1,000 in travel! For example, you can fly round-trip to Europe or South America …
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Read MoreSunrise 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 …
Think You Don’t Qualify for a Citi American Airlines Bonus Because of Application Rules? You May Be Surprised!
Written by Jasmin @ Million Mile Secrets
Jasmin: I’ve learned from experience never to dismiss a deal or better sign-up bonus, even if my instinct tells me I won’t qualify. Last year, there were improved offers on the Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite™ Mastercard® and CitiBusiness® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Mastercard®, much like there are now. At the time, …
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 …
How I’d Use the Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select Bonus to Book My Dream South American Vacation
Written by Andrew R @ Million Mile Secrets
One of my dream trips is flying to and exploring South America. Thanks to countless travel blogs and photos, I’ve always been enchanted with it and I’m dying to visit. The Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite™ Mastercard® would be my ticket there because currently Citi is offering 60,000 American Airlines miles after you …
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 …
United Airlines Allegedly Forced Infant to Sit in a Dangerous Position
Written by Million Mile Secrets @ Million Mile Secrets
Flight attendants exist for more reasons than to fetch beverages and stroopwafels. They’re meant to know and enforce rules that keep us safe. But not only do some flight attendants appear to NOT know the rules, they sometimes strong-arm folks into unsafe practices! Via FOX News, a woman flying United Airlines says a flight attendant …
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Read More~$9,300 First Class Flight to Abu Dhabi: How I’d Use the Citi American Airlines Card 60,000-Mile Bonus
Written by Keith @ Million Mile Secrets
Earning 60,000 American Airlines miles with the Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite™ Mastercard® could easily get you 2 round-trip domestic coach flights. But when I earn a lucrative sign-up bonus, I try to redeem the miles or points for unforgettable travel experiences like a fancy First Class award seat on a long-haul international flight. …
Pro Tips: How to Read the AA Award Chart to Get Big Travel!
Written by Andrew W @ Million Mile Secrets
Reading the AA Award Chart With improved welcome bonuses on American Airlines cards like the Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite™ Mastercard®, and CitiBusiness® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Mastercard®, you might be wondering how far those American Airlines bonus miles can get you. The great news is those miles can get you VERY far, …
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Read MoreAll-New Ultimate Guide to United Airlines Miles: Part 8 – Program Limitations and How to Work Around Them
Written by Avery @ Million Mile Secrets
While you can redeem United Airlines miles for amazing award flights on United Airlines and Star Alliance partners like Lufthansa and Air Canada, the program is not without its stumbling blocks. Fortunately, there are easy ways to limit the impact of these pitfalls. By knowing what to look out for, you’ll be able to potentially …