This week, Joe Talks about a potential budding 5th currency in Wells Fargo Rewards - Despite only having 7 travel partners, are they the new currency that can grow?

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No Spirit in these cities.

Virgin Atlantic Goes Dynamic.

Chase Travel Targeted Offers!

Hawaiian to Alaska Transfers are LIVE.

Google Flights Adds...... AMTRAK?

Delta Delivering More Flights in Austin

A special BONUS episode for you this week, as Joe discusses the new changes coming to Southwest Airlines, which include revamped boarding, extra legroom, and international codeshare partners, just to name a few.

In addition, To The Points: A Starter's Guide is FINALLY live!

This course is designed for anyone looking to not only brush up on their points and miles knowledge, but can help you get started on your points and miles journey as well. It's $35 for lifetime access and includes quarterly updates, so you are never behind with the latest news! In addition, if you purchase the course, Joe is offering Half-off consultations as well. If you have any questions or want to book with joe, email joetothepoints@gmail.com

Show Notes:

Southwest New Changes - And New Partnership! - And Massive Flight Changes.

Citi wants AA all to itself.

A new Hyatt in the Maldives? Let's go!

A record Chase Ink Unlimited Sign-up Bonus is Waiting!

Skyteam signs with Eurostar

Wells Fargo Adds Another Transfer Partner

We know the Hawaiian and Alaska merger has been dominating the world of Points and miles, and this week Joe gives his insight on it all, and why these temporary miles may go a little further than expected for the next year or so. In addition, Joe is teasing a Major announcement for a new project that's been in the works that will go live later this week!

To schedule a consultation with Joe, or if you have any questions regarding some of the strategies used on this episode, email joetothepoints@gmail.com.

This week, Joe talks about his favorite transfer partners in Star Alliance, and why it can be tricky to find availability to specific destinations. However, once you do find it, your travels could be very copious thereafter.

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Qatar Devalues Partner Awards

AA (finally) giving Loyalty Points and Miles for Paid Upgrades

New Centurion Lounge coming to SLC!

Polaris Lounge Chicago Changes

Frontier Adds Free Bags... with a catch.

Why United is Poised to do better than competitors due to network.

This week, Joe continues talking international travel partners by discussing the Flying Blue and Virgin Atlantic Flying Club award charts. The interesting thing for these two programs as not only they unlock some incredible value for their partner rewards, but also have transfer bonuses AND are only a handful of programs that partner with the major Credit Card issuers. If you're interesting in Flying Blue (Or Red), you don't want to miss this episode!

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Show Notes

Microsoft Delta Drama Continues

New Bonvoy Offers for Amex Cards

Breezin' to new routes!

TSA Hits Record Enrollment Counts

Fiji Airways adds DFW

Question: Have you ever heard of Avios? What about all the programs that use them? If you haven't, you are missing out! This week, Joe talks about a unique points currency used by British Airways, Iberia, Finnair, Qatar and Aer Lingus, and each of their unique variations to help you save some money on your next non-stop flight. More importantly, all the transferrable currencies have at least one Avios transfer partner you can utilize! It's an episode you don't want to miss!

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Show Notes:

New Insurance Provider for Chase

15,000 Wyndham Points - With a catch for $8.88

A "New" Spirit of Flight Classes - Spirit Revamps Fares

Frontier's Massive Cuts

United's Basic Fare - Better Now?

Amex to Increase Global Entry Credit

It's no surprise this week there have been some changes announced for Southwest to come, which include red eye flights and more importantly, assigned seating! Joe will discuss why this is a good thing and would encourage him to go back with Southwest moving forward.

In addition, Joe talks about some big changes coming for the AmEx Gold Card, and despite the increased annual fee, more value seems to be created to it.

To schedule a consultation with Joe, or if you have any questions regarding some of the strategies used on this episode, email joetothepoints@gmail.com.

Show Notes:

Southwest Changes

Jetblue Route Changes

Avelo Grows

AmEx Gold Revamp

World of Hyatt Glamping News

Delta Refund Link

This week, Joe discusses the IT woes affecting major airlines, with Delta especially being hit the hardest.

Speaking of things also hitting hard, he speaks about a topic that is often controversial and yet, can still find some good in, and that's about budget airline carriers. He speaks about why it may be a good idea to consider them, but a horrible one to use them.

In good news, Joe also talks about a new transfer bonus with Citi's ThankYou Points and how it can save you some $$$ for your Fall Europe getaway.

To schedule a consultation with Joe, or if you have any questions regarding some of the strategies used on this episode, email joetothepoints@gmail.com.