Miles Ahead: The Canadian Points Podcast

• Ep 021 - Miles & Points News + Listener Questions

  In Episode 21 of Miles Ahead: The Canadian Points Podcast, Daniel, Jeff, and Josh from FrugalFlyer.ca discuss recent news in the world of miles and points, in addition to answering listeners’ questions. The Frugal Flyer team shares details about their upcoming 'Miles and Pints' event in Calgary in September, upcoming changes to the Aeroplan program, and reviews the new WestJet Business Credit Card and National Bank World Elite MasterCard offers. This episode also covers the record-high offer on the American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant card and the introduction of CLEAR+ for Canadians. They wrap up by answering listener questions about closing credit cards, spending in Europe, preferred carry-on luggage brands, and leveraging the Marriott Bonvoy and Singapore Airlines status match opportunity.

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• Ep 020 - Is Airline Elite Status Worth It?

  In Episode 20 of Miles Ahead: The Canadian Points Podcast, Daniel, Jeff, and Josh from FrugalFlyer.ca discuss whether chasing airline elite status is worth it. They discuss the general benefits of airline elite status, including early boarding, free checked bags, lounge access, priority services, and more. The team examines how many of these benefits can be replicated through credit card perks, highlighting various Canadian credit cards that offer similar privileges. They also look at benefits that cannot be replaced by credit cards, such as earning more points while flying and alliance-wide benefits. Furthermore, they explore shortcuts to achieving elite status and share their perspectives on the value airline elite status brings when considering personal travel habits.

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• Ep 019 - Miles & Points News + Listener Questions

  In Episode 19 of Miles Ahead: The Canadian Points Podcast, Daniel, Jeff, and Josh from FrugalFlyer.ca discuss recent news in the world of miles and points, in addition to answering listeners’ questions. The miles and points news that is discussed includes Hyatt's new award calendar feature, a new Aspire Lounge at Montreal International Airport, and how to utilize Alaska Miles for Porter flights. The episode also covers how you can buy Porter Airlines status with AIR MILES, how Nova Credit is no more, and how Citibank recently added American Airlines as a transfer partner. The team also answers listener questions about annual fee credit cards for students and achieving Super Elite 100K status without flying.

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• Ep 018 - Navigating Business Credit Cards

  In Episode 18 of Miles Ahead: The Canadian Points Podcast, Daniel, Jeff, and Reed from FrugalFlyer.ca discuss everything you need to know about navigating, getting approved for, and using business credit cards. The team explains and dispels the most notable myths surrounding business credit cards, while also providing tips and guidance on how to apply for a business credit card. They briefly touch on how business credit cards are different in the United States, in addition to some of their favorite US-based business credit cards. They also share their favorite business credit cards in Canada, based on current welcome bonuses, benefits, and earning rates. The episode wraps up with a segment where the team answers listeners' questions related to American Express Canada card approvals and bonuses.

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• Ep 017 - Deep Dive: Refundable Hotel Trick

  In this episode of Miles Ahead Deep Dives, Daniel, Reed, and Josh delve into the intricacies of the Refundable Hotel Trick, a strategy used by Canadian travel enthusiasts to convert reward points into cash or statement credits. They explore the nuanced process of booking and refunding travel arrangements to redeem points, the potential risks, and the specifics of using this trick with various Canadian bank reward programs. The episode also covers redeeming annual travel credits via this method, as well as the pitfalls and considerations to keep in mind.

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