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The Menendez Brothers | Five-Year Plan | 1 43:56

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Sweet Spots: What they are and our favorites

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about:

An update on Megan’s lost Bilt points
A note about Marriott cards
Star Alliance has its eye on seat search tools
Sweet spots you need to know about for flights and hotels!
We want to help you book your next trip on points…
And more…

Episode Resources:

Marriott Lounge Post: https://www.facebook.com/groups/494541146214186/posts/573009575034009

ANA Around The World Award Chart: https://www.ana.co.jp/en/us/amc/partner-flight-awards/around-the-world/

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Stay up to date with the newsletter: https://dailydrop.com/
Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge
Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards
Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/
Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDrop
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#Society #Travel #Daily Drop

The Daily Drop Podcast

Sweet Spots: What they are and our favorites

The Daily Drop Podcast

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about:

An update on Megan’s lost Bilt points
A note about Marriott cards
Star Alliance has its eye on seat search tools
Sweet spots you need to know about for flights and hotels!
We want to help you book your next trip on points…
And more…

Episode Resources:

Marriott Lounge Post: https://www.facebook.com/groups/494541146214186/posts/573009575034009

ANA Around The World Award Chart: https://www.ana.co.jp/en/us/amc/partner-flight-awards/around-the-world/

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5 Ways to Save on Stays Without Using Points 15:16

منذ 23 weeks15:16

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In this episode of the Daily Drop podcast, Megan shares 5 effective strategies for saving money and points on accommodations during long-term travel. Using her recent Europe adventure as an example. Just like you have a cash budget, you might find yourself with a points budget too! From being strategic with credit card benefits to newly dubbed “hotel positioning”. Each tip is designed to help travelers make the most of their travel budget while enjoying unique experiences! Resources: Check Out TrustedHousesitters Here Mike’s newsletter on extended stay deals here Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast…

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Redemption Spotlight: Traveling To The UK with Miles and Points 44:08

منذ 24 weeks44:08

44:08

**CORRECTION ON THE ROSEATE HOTEL NOT SMALL LUXURY HOTELS - IT’S MR. & MRS. SMITH** This week join Megan for a redemption spotlight on traveling to (and from) the UK. We'll cover routes to keep in mind, all things taxes and fees, if there's any way to avoid UK taxes and fees, best redemption spots for flights and hotels. Mistakes episode (about companion seats): https://podcast.dailydrop.com/2253039/episodes/14770496-mistakes-we-ve-made-along-the-way Virgin Companion Seats: https://flywith.virginatlantic.com/us/en/flying-club/spend-points/companion-seats.html Episode with Tiffany: https://podcast.dailydrop.com/2253039/episodes/14554801-what-s-in-team-daily-drop-s-wallet Lounge Post with UK Hotel wins: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10229089179728369&set=g.494541146214186 Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast…

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Maximizing Delta SkyMiles: Tips and Strategies 37:34

منذ 29 weeks37:34

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In this episode, Megan provides an overview of the Delta SkyMiles program and shares tips on how to maximize Delta miles. She discusses the reasons why people criticize Delta and highlights the benefits of flying with Delta. *correction* transferring Delta miles from Amex is 0.0006 Check out Delta cards here: https://www.dailydrop.com/ranked-credit-cards/delta-airlines-cards Written Guide To Delta here: https://www.dailydrop.com/pages/%20daily-drop-s-guide-to-delta-skymiles Flash sales mentioned: https://www.delta.com/us/en/flight-deals/skymiles-award-deals Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast…

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American Express Membership Rewards Deep Dive 23:09

منذ 49 weeks23:09

23:09

In this episode, Megan dives deep into American Express Membership Rewards points. She explains the rules and limitations of American Express cards, the cards that earn Membership Rewards points, and how to earn additional points through Rakuten. Megan also discusses some secrets to earn more MR points. Enjoy! Resources: Favorite Amex MR earning cards: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-card-issuers/american-express Rakuten + Amex: https://www.dailydrop.com/pages/how-to-earn-more-american-express-membership-rewards-points-with-rakuten What’s in your wallet episode: https://podcast.dailydrop.com/2253039/14554801 Portals episode: https://podcast.dailydrop.com/2253039/13973904 Card Match: https://www.dailydrop.com/pages/find-your-perfect-card-match-with-this-easy-tool Episode Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction to American Express Membership Rewards Points 03:10 Rules and Limitations of American Express Cards 06:43 Cards that Earn Membership Rewards Points 10:39 Earning Membership Rewards Points with Rakuten 13:27 Using Card Match for Elevated Signup Bonuses 15:10 Redeeming Membership Rewards Points 18:54 Amex and 2 player Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast…

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All About The Bilt and Alaska Airlines Partnership 19:38

منذ 51 weeks19:38

19:38

In this episode, Mike discusses the major shakeup in the points and miles world, with Bilt Rewards adding Alaska Airlines as a transfer partner and why you should care about this! Resources: The Bilt Card: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards/bilt-mastercard Episode Time Stamps: 01:24 Changes to Alaska Airlines loyalty program 05:09 Introduction of new award charts 06:36 New sweet spots and improved pricing 10:38 Free stopovers in partner airline hubs 12:22 Future ability to combine partner airlines on a single ticket 15:14 Expanded types of awards and unique pricing Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDrop Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast…

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All about fifth freedom flights 17:05

منذ 1 year17:05

17:05

In this episode, Mike discusses fifth freedom flights and their travel hacking implications. He highlights several airlines that operate fifth freedom routes, including Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Air France, Gulf Air, and Ethiopian Airlines. Resources: Weekend Round Up Newsletter: https://newsletter.dailydrop.com/forms/d7b781f6-5522-40bb-a818-f7cf9810662f Episode Time Stamps: 01:33 Introduction to Fifth Freedom Flights 03:13 Emirates Fifth Freedom Routes 05:52 Singapore Airlines Fifth Freedom Routes 08:04 Air France Fifth Freedom Route 09:51 Gulf Air Fifth Freedom Route 10:53 Ethiopian Airlines Fifth Freedom Routes 13:58 Other considerations Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDrop Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast…

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All about credit scores 24:54

منذ 1 year24:54

24:54

In this episode, Mike discusses credit scores and credit card statements. He explains the components of a credit score, including payment history, utilization, average credit length, new credit, and credit mix. Episode Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro and the basics 00:57 Components of a Credit Score 02:21 Payment History and Utilization 02:49 Average Credit Length and New Credit 04:17 Credit Mix 04:46 Understanding Credit Card Statements 06:38 Payment Due Date and Interest 07:34 Importance of Making Payments on Time 08:33 Managing Credit Utilization 09:28 Strategies for Low Credit Utilization 12:22 Strategies for Average Credit Length 13:44 Keeping Oldest Credit Card Open 16:36 Improving Bad Credit 20:28 Increasing and Decreasing Credit Limits Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDrop Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast…

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Quick-Hit Miles and Points Strategies You Don't Know About 19:48

منذ 1 year19:48

19:48

In this episode, Mike shares lesser-known strategies that can help travelers maximize their experiences and rewards. He discusses booking unique accommodations with points and miles, earning extra loyalty points, using status matches for one-time perks, bidding for upgrades, and more. Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDrop Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast Episode Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:57 Lesser Known Tips 02:27 Booking Unique Accommodation with Points and Miles 03:53 Charging Hotel Expenses to Your Room 05:46 Maximizing Status Matches 06:43 Bidding for Upgrades 07:43 Alliance Benefits 08:13 Suite Talking 09:14 Maximizing Points through Small Tasks and Transfers 12:04 Retention Offers for Credit Cards 19:47 Conclusion…

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Weekly Round Up: 12/11 - 12/15 11:58

منذ 1 year11:58

11:58

Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/this-hotel-just-launched-a-new-winter-promo-for-2024?tid=lounge Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/business-class-to-europe-for-15k-points?tid=lounge Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/should-you-chase-elite-status-in-2024?tid=podcast Thursday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/how-to-get-easy-star-alliance-status?tid=podcast Friday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/upgrade-downgrade-or-cancel?tid=podcast Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up to date with the newsletter: https://dailydrop.com/ Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDrop Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast…

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Weekly Round Up: Dec 4 - Dec 8 11:48

منذ 1 year11:48

11:48

Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/my-11-day-126-trip-to-mexico?tid=podcast Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/double-transfer-bonus-bonanza?tid=podcast Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/alaska-is-buying-hawaii-the-airlines-not-the-states?tid=podcast Thursday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/last-chance-to-earn-75k-southwest-points?tid=lounge Friday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/aeroplan-adds-another-partner-airline?tid=podcast Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up to date with the newsletter: https://dailydrop.com/ Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDrop Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast…

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Hyatt Shakes Up Their Program (In a good way) 20:18

منذ 1 year20:18

20:18

Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode we break down the 2024 changes to the World of Hyatt program. We share all of the new milestone rewards, the Guest of Honor changes, and share how this is positive for you whether you’re a casual traveler or full time on the road. Episode Resources: Read about the World of Hyatt changes: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/major-changes-to-world-of-hyatt?tid=podcast Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up to date with the newsletter: https://dailydrop.com/ Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDrop Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast Episode Time Stamps: 0:57 - What are milestone rewards? 1:19 - 2023 milestone rewards 3:40 - New milestone reward tiers 4:53 - New reward options 7:26 - Guest of Honor changes 9:40 - Our take on the GOH changes 12:00 - Business meeting & travel advisor changes 14:08 - Our take on the changes and how it can support you if you’re a casual traveler or a full time traveler……

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Weekly Round Up: Nov 27 - Dec 1 10:48

منذ 1 year10:48

10:48

Weekly Round Up: Nov 27 - Dec 1 Welcome to the weekly round up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. Monday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/how-to-find-and-book-qatar-qsuites? Tuesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/red-alert-the-best-5-travel-deal-in-history? Wednesday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/fly-to-mexico-for-less-than-5-000-points? Thursday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/a-new-way-to-book-etihad-with-points? Friday: https://www.dailydrop.com/newsletters/major-changes-to-world-of-hyatt Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up to date with the newsletter: https://dailydrop.com/ Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDrop Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast…

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Weekly Round-Up: Nov 20-24 10:32

منذ 1 year10:32

10:32

Welcome to the weekly round-up! Here we'll sum up what happened in the newsletter this week in 10 minutes. If you want to explore these topics in further detail, here are links to the full newsletters: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up to date with the newsletter: https://dailydrop.com/ Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDrop Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast…

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Are the new Hilton card updates worth it? 1:06:04

منذ 1 year1:06:04

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Join Mike and Megan as we dive in head first to the best travel hacking content. In this episode, we talk about: Delta… one more time?! Backtracking on their changes Hilton Aspire and Surpass changes, are they worth it?! How to use Capital One miles And more… Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up to date with the newsletter: https://dailydrop.com/ Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDrop Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast Episode Time Stamps: 1:08 - Mike’s meeting up with Daily Drop friends! 2:56 - Delta changes things… again 4:49 - Walkbacks on status requirements 7:13 - Lounge access changes 11:03 - Should you be a Delta loyalist? 12:40 - Hilton card changes 14:07 - Hilton Aspire card changes 34:20 - Hilton Surpass changes 42:05 - In summary, our thoughts on the changes 52:32 - Listener Question - 350k Capital One Miles (Italy & Spain)…

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Trip Report: Around The World Trip | Bonus Ep 55:47

منذ 1 year55:47

55:47

Join Mike for this trip report, bonus episode! He breaks down all of the money saving hacks along the way. You'll hear: A full breakdown of how Mike booked a 49 day around the world trip Flying Blue miles to maximize on Asian & African airlines Saving your money or your miles on economy seats and how to decide when to do this Best hotels along the way (points and cash) And more… Episode Timestamps: 1:29 - First leg to Tokyo + getting a surprise business class upgrade 4:35 - Flying to China with Flying Blue Miles and visa free transit in China 9:47 - To Taiwan (Flying Blue Miles again!) in business class 14:29 - Cambodia Hyatt hotels 20:18 - Kuala Lumpur with a cheap flight + a cheap Marriott 24:10 - Flying to Madagascar with Aeroplan miles 25:21 - How to decide to use points for business class or just fly economy 32:13 - Flying to Kenya with Flying Blue miles 36:56 - Meeting a Daily Drop fan from Uganda 37:47 - Flying to Cape Town and discovering the Ethiopian Airlines overnight hack 39:30 - Cape Town experience + a Hyatt you might want to pass on 42:08 - Flying to Zimbabwe with Air Link 43:52 - An border crossing that got Mike stuck in Zambia 48:43 - Flying to Botswana 50:40 - Continuing the journey back home to Toronto 53:54 - Wrapping it up Keep Up With Daily Drop: Stay up to date with the newsletter: https://dailydrop.com/ Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDrop Prefer a video podcast? Head over here: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyDropPodcast…

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