Point Values and Balances

Wondering how to keep the points coming in? Or if the miles required for your trip are a good value?We'll talk about how to figure these things out, along with lifetime langue and what that means to you.Also have issues when traveling? A few suggestions for how to handle them...and what not to do.Listen. Learn. Go.

Amex is a big part of the credit card world, but is it right for you? We talk about lifetime language, earning the bonuses, transfer partners and more.Also what's new with JetBlue? We cover current events with the airline and do a quick Paze promotion checkin.Listen. Learn. Go!

Wondered about Miles and Points in action? This episode is for you. We'll cover 2 trips booked, which cards were used and how this hobby is so invaluable. From airline miles to flexible points, we explain the benefits that are out there and how to apply them to fly for almost nothing.Listen. Learn. Go!

We start with the new changes to the Chase Sapphire Preferred card, including what they added and what they took away.Next, it's on to the added benefits you get with some cards, including roadside assistance and extended warrenty.And as a reminder, there are a few cards with annual fees under $100 that have great sign up bonuses right now. Listen. Learn. Go!

We're back. After a few behind the scenes updates, we talk about the changes for this year-both at MAP Traveler and in travel. The new Hyatt update is on our minds. As is the Chase Reserve bonus, the CapitalOne opportunity and what possible fuel charges may be on the horizon.Listen. Learn. Go!

Welcome to Season 3 of MAP Traveler!Have you ever had a hard time finding a good flight redemption? We'll talk about how you can use repositioning to your advantage. You'll get the ins and outs of saving your miles by using added flights to your trip.Also where are you traveling this year? Let us know! We'll cover it on the next episode.

We're back in the portals! The good, bad and the ugly of using credit card travel booking options when securing airline tickets.Should you? Sometimes yes, most of the time, no.We'll talk about the reasons you should be weary and what to be cautious of.Also we cover the holidays and how you can turn your extra spending into your next vacation!

This episode covers the questions you sent in-gift cards, portals, hotels, retention offers and more. We talk about how and when to use your flexible points and why now, around the holidays, it's a great time to pile on the points. Know when to say yes, and no, to keeping your credit card after the annual fee hits. This is a short and sweet listen with lots of great information!

We start with the new benefits that are now LIVE with the Chase Sapphire Reserve card. All cardholders are now eligible for all the new things until your annual fee renewal. And I'll go over how the miles and points trip panned out and any challenges that I may have faced. Traveling can be stressful and there are times that having a stash of points can save the day!Also, should you buy miles or hotel points in advance? We'll talk about the good and bad of that option.

Have you earned the points but are not sure how far they can take you? Are you curious what an actual trip redemption looks like? This episode takes you into an actual points trip!Find out which cards were opened, the value they provided and if it's something you, yourself, can mimic. Or just get an idea of how MAP Traveler can help you travel the world!Listen. Learn. Go!