Credit Card Applications 2015
This is the year I got serious about credit card sign up bonuses. Assuming you have good credit and a responsible spender, credit cards can be a great way to earn free travel. Below is a list of the...
View ArticleValue of Credit Card Applications 2015
In my previous post, I listed the credit cards I have applied for and been approved for in 2015. In this post I will explain the value of credit card applications I have submitted over the past year....
View ArticleAmerican Express Hawks Island
Update: Read about my experience at the American Express Hawks Island. If Amex Centurion Lounge and Centurion Studio weren’t cool enough places to grab a snack and drink, now you can enjoy a floating...
View ArticleBank of America Alaska Visa Credit Increase Request
Recently I submitted a Bank of America Alaska Visa credit increase request. And for the first time in my life, I was denied an increase in credit or new credit card. Citi bank has a promotion going on...
View ArticleStaples Coupon combines for 45% off
Yes, I know this is a travel blog. But it seems that the “travel hacker” and “slick deal” crew are one in the same. It’s all about getting miles, meeting minimum spend on credit cards, and making...
View ArticleAmex Platinum Airline Fee Reimbursement
I recently signed up for an American Express Platinum card. One of the benefits is the Amex Platinum airline fee reimbursement of up to $200 each calendar year. This is especially helpful your first...
View ArticleAmex Hawks Island Experience
I recently wrote about the Amex Hawks Island in this post. Today I was able to experience it myself. The Amex Hawks Island is (as of now) a one off experience; only today (October 18) before the...
View ArticleCiti Prestige vs Premier
Many banks have their own travel rewards system. Amex has Membership Rewards. Chase has Ultimate Rewards. And Citi has ThankYou Points. The two elite Citi cards that earn TY points are Prestige and...
View Article$150 iPad Today
Time for a quick post on how to get a $150 iPad Mini 2 today. EDIT: Looks like they are extending the sale for another week! Walmart is currently selling the iPad Mini 2 for $199. A good deal on its...
View ArticleiPad Mini 4 for $269
I recently posted about a way to get an iPad Mini 2 for $150. A brand new iPad Mini was recently released. For the next two weeks you can get an iPad Mini 4 for $269 and 1,345 Ultimate Rewards....
View ArticlePsychology of Double Dipping
Recently I’ve been thinking about the psychology of double dipping when it comes to the world of travel — including reselling, manufactured spend, miles/points and credit cards. I have no doubt that...
View Article50,000 Alaska Miles with Credit Card Sign Up
Yes, you read that right. Right now there is an offer that will net you 50,000 Alaska miles with credit card sign up. That is twice the standard Bank of America Alaska Visa card. Hello Amex SPG...
View ArticleAlaska Airlines Visa Flight Discount Bonus Offer
Alaska Airlines Visa Flight Discount Bonus Offer of $50 It appears that Bank of American is targeting certain cardholders with an Alaska Airlines Visa flight discount bonus offer. Once you register at...
View ArticleAmerican Express Hawks Island 2016
American Express Hawks Island 2016 Attention Seattle readers! American Express Hawks Island 2016 is coming on October 16. I attended last year and had a blast. This year it is going to be held on...
View ArticleGift Card Cash Back Laws
Gift cards are an essential tool for many people that are serious about travel. For some, it is a way to lower the cost of travel by purchasing discounted gift cards for hotels, restaurants, or...
View ArticleAlaska Airlines Visa Companion Fare
Alaska Airlines Visa Companion Fare Today Alaska Airlines is announcing a new benefit to their Bank of America partner Visa card for customers signing up for the card in May and June. The Alaska...
View ArticleVivid Sydney Amex Invites Lounge
American Express is known for their network of airport lounges. From time to time Amex will also set up temporary lounges at or near events that they are sponsoring. Twice I have been to a floating...
View ArticleWhy I am considering an Alaska Lounge Membership
Why I am Considering an Alaska Lounge Membership I fly about 140,000 miles per year. On average that is about 70 flights. That means I am spending about a week each year in airports waiting for...
View Article$150 iPad Today
Time for a quick post on how to get a $150 iPad Mini 2 today. EDIT: Looks like they are extending the sale for another week! Walmart is currently selling the iPad Mini 2 for $199. A good deal on its...
View ArticleiPad Mini 4 for $269
I recently posted about a way to get an iPad Mini 2 for $150. A brand new iPad Mini was recently released. For the next two weeks you can get an iPad Mini 4 for $269 and 1,345 Ultimate Rewards....
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