Rewarding Recap: Big Promos from US, Club Carlson et al

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I meant to do this yesterday but then collapsed of exhaustion and *whoops* woke up 8 hours later. I guess flying back from China will do that to you. :D Anyway, there's a lot to cover. Remember to check in with all the different bloggers participating in the giveaway for two free tickets to the Star Alliance MegaDO. I am currently having an issue … [Read more...]

Free Advice, Free Money, Free Miles … and Free Drinks, Too!

Tuesday/Wednesday seems to be the best day for these doesn't it? In any case, check out some new deals/offers/limited-time events coming up soon in the world of travel. Many of you enjoyed Scott's guest post on award travel tricks a few weeks ago. Well, now he's announcing the first MileValue.com seminar coming up in Honolulu. It's on July 21, … [Read more...]

Spring App-O-Rama

Although I don't churn credit cards quite to the degree of some people (I think last year only saw five applications), I do try to use them as a way to boost my pool of miles and points. I already have lots of miles with United Airlines and am getting there with Hyatt. Having elite status helps not only because of bonus points but also because I'm … [Read more...]

Learn to Churn Credit Cards

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I am the only person I know, other than online friends, who churns credit cards. Megan participates, but only because I handle all the details. Everyone else, including friends and family, see it as somewhat perverse behavior. Everything I was told about credit growing up (and at least I had someone teaching me about credit) was focused on keeping … [Read more...]