Learn how credit card rewards, including miles and points, can help you save on travel, take more vacations, and experience luxury flights and hotels. Brought t...
Ep 012 - Shortcuts to Marriott Bonvoy Elite Status
In Episode 12 of Miles Ahead: The Canadian Points Podcast, Daniel, Josh, Jeff, and Andy from FrugalFlyer.ca cover all the details as to how to shortcut your way to Marriott Bonvoy Elite Status.
The team reviews the various levels of Marriott Bonvoy Elite Status, focusing on the most valuable and meaningful levels of Platinum Elite status and Titanium Elite status. They share the benefits they receive from their status, how they earn it, and why it is worth the time for Marriott Bonvoy members to chase status to improve their hotel stays.
The episode wraps up with questions from listeners about credit cards with no foreign transaction fees and which cards to use when traveling abroad.
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Ep 011 - Deep Dive: WestJet Companion Voucher
In the inaugural episode of Miles Ahead Deep Dives, Josh, Reed, and Daniel from FrugalFlyer.ca delve into the details of the WestJet Companion Voucher, a benefit for members of the WestJet Rewards Loyalty Program.
They explain what WestJet Companion vouchers are, how to earn them primarily through WestJet co-branded credit cards and elite status milestones, and the cost and restrictions associated with them. The episode also covers tips on maximizing the value of these vouchers, their best use cases, and alternative use opportunities for solo travelers.
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Ep 010 - From Zero to Points Hero
In Episode 10 of Miles Ahead: The Canadian Points Podcast, Josh, Danny, Kirin, and Jeff discuss the steps to go from a miles and points beginner to a points hero.
Starting with the basics, the team covers how to determine what kind of points are best to earn, in addition to how you can leverage product switching to earn even more miles and points. How to evaluate welcome bonuses plays a key part in becoming a points hero, and the team also discusses how they work backward when making their redemptions. Plus, they focus on a few credit cards that are worth adding to your wallet sooner rather than later as a result of the benefits they provide.
The episode wraps up with questions from listeners about search tools for award flights and the extended perks of the Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege Cards.
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Ep 009 - How to Lounge in Airport Luxury
In Episode 9 of Miles Ahead: The Canadian Points Podcast, Reed, Danny, Kirin, and Andy explore various strategies to access airport lounges, focusing on types like paid access, airline, bank, and first-class lounges. They discuss entry methods including credit cards, elite status, and pay-to-access options, including how Canadians can access airport lounges for free.
The Frugal Flyer team reflects on their favorite redemptions, the best miles and points earning opportunities, and the biggest changes in miles and points in 2024. Looking ahead, the team makes predictions for what might be coming for miles and points in 2025.
The episode wraps up with a listener question about leveraging foreign transactions for status with the Chase Aeroplan card.
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Ep 008 - Earning Points with Your Plus One
In Episode 8 of Miles Ahead: The Canadian Points Podcast, Josh, Danny, and Quentin discuss navigating the world of miles and points while focusing on strategies for earning and redeeming points with a partner or as a household.
The Frugal Flyer team covers several key topics about earning points with a plus one, including the power of adding another person to this hobby, strategies for working with a player two who might not be as comfortable with miles and points, and collecting points through optimal credit card referrals.
They also discuss the intricacies of hotel loyalty programs and status benefits, as well as effective ways to combine points across various programs like Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors, and World of Hyatt. Additional insights include leveraging U.S. credit card programs such as American Express and Chase, and tips for when to use authorized user cards versus signing up for separate credit cards.
The episode concludes with a listener question about finding partner award space on Air Canada Aeroplan for a trip to Munich.
Learn how credit card rewards, including miles and points, can help you save on travel, take more vacations, and experience luxury flights and hotels. Brought to you by Frugal Flyer (frugalflyer.ca).
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