Greg The Frequent Miler
Greg is the owner, founder, and primary author of the Frequent Miler. He earns millions of points and miles each year, mostly without flying, and dedicates this blog to teaching others how to do the same.
The next best credit card perks that will be taken away
There's nothing new about credit card companies offering valuable perks and later taking them away. They all do it. But Amex must have set...
How to get the best Alaska Airlines signup bonus (30K + $100 statement credit...
Alaska Airlines has introduced a new version of their signup bonus. They still offer 30,000 miles after $1,000 spend, but now they'll also waive...
Altitude Reserve application now live
The US Bank Altitude Reserve card is now available for applications. The current offer is for 50,000 points (worth $750 in travel) after $4,500...
Quick, check your account for new Amex Offers (Whole Foods offer now working)
Check your Amex accounts for new Amex Offers. Doctor of Credit reports a targeted offer for Staples: Spend $100+, Get $20. I didn't have...
The one real deal still available: Daily Getaways 2017 weeks 4 and 5
On Friday last week, I stepped off a plane at about 12:55pm and began walking towards the airport exit. At 12:59, I pulled to...
Stacking rewards for 80% off, delivered (Mother’s Day is coming up!)
Last month I posted "Real world extreme stacking in-home dining and more." That was a step by step guide to extreme stacking 1-800-Flowers and...
Marriott Mobile Check In: Does it help or hurt upgrade chances?
During a recent trip to Austin, I had the chance to try out Marriott's new mobile app. My family of three had booked a...
Will I sign up for the Altitude Reserve? More importantly, should you?
US Bank's new Altitude Reserve card is set to launch May 1st. Here are the basic details of the card:
Standard Signup Bonus: 50,000...
Pass the popcorn: The e-Rewards saga continues
I've never tried earning rewards from e-Rewards. It always seemed like too much effort for too little gain. But, I'm glad I had written...
Why pay more? Here’s why paying 25K points is sometimes better than 15K
Update: This post references an American Express Business Platinum feature that has changed. As of June 1, 2017, the pay-with-points rebate has changed to 35%...
3 out of 5 ain’t bad: A quick guide to Daily Getaways 2017 week...
There are some excellent deals this week! Not only is this week 3 out of 5 for the Daily Getaways, but also three out...
Altitude Reserve to offer 3X for Samsung Pay LoopPay purchases
On the heels of my publication of the US Bank Altitude Reserve Complete Guide., Doctor of Credit asked an important question: Will the card...
Melbourne and Sydney: “An awful lot of magic”
Author and photographer J.M. Hoffman is back with more stunning photography. Remember his Australian Wildlife post? This time J.M. Hoffman explains in pictures and...
A different kind of Delta upgrade
Yesterday morning, as I waited to board a small Delta jet (a CRJ200 for those keeping score), I was called up to the desk. ...
