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.
How we bought Hyatt points cheaply, an upgrade you don’t want, and more (Nick’s...
It has been almost two weeks since my last blog update about our experiences and learnings as we make our way to 25 destinations...
Adventures with Etihad Guest: “Fixing” and cancelling JetBlue awards
One of the things that is great about pursuing something like JetBlue's 25 for 25 promotion is that it gives you an opportunity to...
New welcome bonus tracker for Amex cards
American Express has introduced an introductory bonus tracker for those working on the minimum spend requirements to earn a welcome bonus offer.
A reddit user...
400 properties added to Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts® and The Hotel Collection
American Express has announced an expansion of Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts® and The Hotel Collection, with 400 more properties reportedly added to the...
Citi Strata Elite lounge access: Priority Pass & Admirals Club access details
A couple of days ago, I had the chance to test out Admirals Club access courtesy of the Citi Strata Elite card and wanted...
(EXPIRED) Delta flash sale to Dublin from New York: Under 19K miles round trip...
Thrifty Traveler has uncovered an incredible sale when using Delta SkyMiles to book round-trip flights between New York and Dublin, Ireland. We're seeing prices...
Rumor: Barclays Aviator Red to stop taking applications 9/30/25
We've known since late last year that Citi was set to become the sole issuer of American Airlines credit cards. As such, we have...
Capital One Travel offering “4th night free” on select Premier Collection & Lifestyle Collection...
When hotel booking websites advertise a "3rd night free" or "4th night free", I often ignore them, figuring that the cost per night has...
(EXPIRED) 100% transfer bonus from Chase Ultimate Rewards to IHG One Rewards
IHG One Rewards and Chase Ultimate Rewards are offering a 100% transfer bonus when transferring points from Chase Ultimate Rewards to IHG One Rewards....
(Expired) Staples online: Fee-free $200 virtual Visa Gift Cards (Limit 4)
Staples.com is again offering fee-free $200 virtual Visa Gift Cards. While fee-free Visa Gift Card deals are ordinarily available in-store only, this is a...
Lessons from the road, a hot new premium card coming, finding hotel deals and...
Some people love the comforts of home: a familiar bed, routine, and all of their own "stuff". That's not me; I love traveling. From...
Edgar Hotel Martha’s Vineyard, Ascend Collection: Great value for Choice points
We spent a night in Martha's Vineyard earlier this week and got an outstanding value for Choice Privileges points. I was literally about to...
(EXPIRED) Big new bonus on Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business
Update 8/14/25: We've been informed that the Chase Sapphire Reserve 100K + $500 travel credit will be ending at 7 am EST on 8/21/25....
Rental car loyalty programs guide: Shortcuts to elite status, earning and redeeming free days,...
On a recent Frequent Miler on the Air podcast, Greg and I discussed the major car rental programs, including shortcuts to and advantages of...
