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.
(EXPIRED) Southwest 20% off points awards! Book by Thursday (9/17)
Use code SAVE20NOW to save 20% off points awards on Southwest flights. You must book by Thursday (9/17) for travel through October 31, 2020.
This is a great deal that's worth jumping on if you...
Chase Sapphire Preferred 80K Offer – Should you go for it?
In light of the new Chase Freedom Flex and new capabilities for the Freedom Unlimited (5X travel through Chase, 3X drugstore, 3X dining), I've argued that Chase was going to have to significantly enhance...
Miles, credits, and certs orphaned by COVID-19 (on my mind)
Yesterday I cancelled the last of my pre-pandemic travel bookings. I had used Cathay Pacific miles to book a January 2021 flight: Japan Airlines first class to Sydney. Maybe Cathay would have refunded my...
How to get targeted for the best Amex welcome bonuses.
An easy way to find the best Amex welcome bonuses is to visit Frequent Miler’s Best Offers page. But, that page focuses on the best publicly available offers. This post details a number of ways to get targeted offers that may be even better. American Express usually doesn’t offer welcome bonuses to those who have had the same card before, so it is especially important with Amex to sign up only for the very best offers.
Hyatt comes out swinging. How will Marriott, IHG, and Hilton respond?
Wait a minute... what is Greg doing writing this Week in Review post? Isn't that Nick's job? Why yes it is... usually. But last weekend, Nick's wife celebrated Labor Day weekend by going into...
Hilton Credit Card Comparison. Which is best?
Hilton's credit card lineup is not nearly as complicated as Marriott's (see: Which Marriott Bonvoy card is best?). However, American Express does issue four different Hilton cards for the US market. Here's everything you...
United adds nonstops to Hawaii, Africa, and India
United Airlines today announced new nonstop service between the continental US and Hawaii, Africa, and India. Here are the details:
Destination
United Hub
Service
Aircraft
Season Start
Hawaii
Kona
Chicago
4X/Week
787-8
Summer 2021
Maui
Newark
4X/Week
767-300ER
Summer 2021
Africa
Accra
DC (IAD)
3X/Week
787-8
Spring 2021
Lagos
DC (IAD)
3X/Week
787-8
Spring 2021
Johannesburg
Newark
Daily
787-9
Spring 2021
India
Bangalore
San Francisco
Daily
787-9
Spring 2021
New Delhi
Chicago
Daily
787-9
Winter 2020
Regarding Hawaii,...
(EXPIRED) Bonvoy Brilliant: Spend $1,000 Get $100 (stacks with 10X offers!)
I found a new Amex Offer on my wife's Bonvoy Brilliant card today: Spend $1,000 or more, get $100 back.
At first I assumed that this was only for spend at Marriott properties, but reading...
(EXPIRED) Amazon: Spend $100 (or $50), Get $10 Back, 2 Times (Targeted Amex Offer)
A new Amex Offer has appeared today for Amazon.com. After spending $100 at Amazon.com, you'll get $10 back. You can do this two times. An easy option is to load your Amazon gift card...
How to earn airline elite status without flying
Lost in the excitement about airlines eliminating change fees was the announcement from American Airlines that their elites will no longer be punished while flying Basic Economy. Later "this fall," those with AA elite...
(EXPIRED) Ritz card: Double Dip Restaurants 10X + $300
This is just a quick post to point out that there are two overlapping promotions for Ritz cardholders. One of the two ends soon:
Earn 10X at restaurants and gas stations on up to...
Chase Sapphire: What’s Next? (On My Mind)
A week ago, . The Freedom Visa card (with its 5% rotating categories) will be replaced with the new Freedom Flex Mastercard. And, both the new Freedom Flex and the existing Freedom Unlimited cards...
Should you get the Chase Freedom Visa before its too late?
. This new fee-free card will offer the same Ultimate Rewards points and rotating 5X categories as the current Freedom card, but with additional uncapped bonus categories: 3X dining and drugstores, and 5X travel...
Sapphire Reserve remains king of the Ultimate Rewards wallet
On Monday Chase rocked the rewards world with news of a brand new card, Chase Freedom Flex, and the additional of powerful new bonus categories for the Chase Freedom Unlimited card. Coming September 15th, the...
