Nick Reyes
Nick Reyes is a (fairly) regular guy with an animalistic passion for maximizing the value of miles and money to travel the world in comfort and style. There is little in life that he loves more than finding a fantastic deal and helping you shop smarter & harder to achieve your travel dreams.
Capital One Shopping travel purchases: From “ineligible” to “pending” after travel is completed
Stephen recently covered a terrific targeted Capital One Shopping deal for TripAdvisor purchases. While Stephen reported the deal at 65% back, I actually got...
(EXPIRED) Capital One adds $100 travel credit to Quicksilver, VentureOne, and Savor offers (ending...
Capital One has launched new welcome bonuses on several of its cards today that add a $100 travel credit on top of the typical...
(EXPIRED) 20K bonus points with 2+ night stay & $2K spend with Marriott Homes...
Marriott Homes & Villas is out with a new promotion offering 20,000 bonus points for 2+ night stays through December 31st, when you register...
To the point(s): Our 11-night trip to French Polynesia
As this post publishes, we'll be a couple of hours from heading to the airport to fly back to the United States after 11...
My experience using a Marriott eGift card abroad
I recently wrapped up a 5-night stay at the St. Regis Bora Bora, in French Polynesia. I had redeemed Capital One Shopping rewards for...
Card-linked, in-store offers now available via American and Delta Air Lines shopping portals
The American Airlines AAdvantage E-shopping and Delta Airlines Skymiles Shopping portals have both launched card-linked, in-store offers to earn miles while making purchases. This...
Why a top travel card needs fixing, Bilt’s cunning Rakuten move, getting while giving...
This week, I felt the pinch for the first few times since my wife's Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card got access to the new benefits...
Chase Aeroplan Card 100K welcome offer back (but big spend required)
There's a six-figure offer back again on the Chase Aeroplan Card, but to unlock the full bonus, you'll need to spend a lot, which...
Jetblue has added a 25 for 25 progress tracker, see where you stand
Yesterday, an eagle-eyed member of our Frequent Miler Insiders Facebook group posted great news: Jetblue now has a 25 for 25 progress tracker, so...
Spending your way to a “free” stay at Atlantis Bahamas with the Caesars Prestige...
The Caesars Rewards Prestige Visa Signature Card is something of a sleeper rewards card. At first glance, it looks great for gamblers, but like...
Marriott Bonvoy offers elite status soft landing for 2026
Marriott Bonvoy has long operated with a "soft landing" policy for members who do not requalify for status. As in years past, Marriott will...
Marriott and Sonder make an absolute mess, with guests forced out and reservations cancelled
Last year, Marriott announced a deal with Sonder, which was a chain offering apartment-style accommodations in various cities. They integrated Sonder properties earlier this...
(EXPIRED) 50% back at Viator, 11/10 only via Capital One Shopping (targeted?)
Today's Deal of the Day for Capital One Shopping is on purchases at Viator. While these offers are targeted, you should see an elevated...
Rumor: 200K Chase Sapphire Reserve® in-branch offer for some customers
Doctor of Credit reports that an in-branch offer for the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card will be available to select recipients on November 16, 2025. The...
