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In this episode the Award Travel 101 podcast, "Book Early, Book Often" Mike and "Backup" Joe share their latest strategies and news updates. Mike discusses his recent approval for the Hawaiian Airlines personal card and transferring 100,000 MR points with a 20% bonus, taking inspiration from Greg and Nick at Frequent Miler. Joe shares his success w…

Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Year in the Cage. Today we have a special episode, the guys talk about Nicolas Cage, and his "Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent". On this episode, Eric talks about Rugar the Red Nosed Reindeer. Richard chooses to be happy, and right. And fictional John definitely would think of his daughter. So visit y…

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We are less than a month away from this year’s Chicago Seminars, the oldest and largest gathering of points and miles aficionados. Joe and Mike talk about the event and give a preview of lectures both Joe and I will be giving. There is also a survey Also discussed are strategies to prepare for a potential Alaska and Hawaiian airlines merger now tha…

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Or is it really Mark Vientos?Join us as we discuss the Mets’ recent homestand and bring you a live reporting from Eric in the recent Seatlle series (01:30). We discuss why Lindor should be MVP, the Mets must win upcoming road trip, and of course have a new trivia question (30:40). Finally, does Gary Cohen make an appearance? Listen to find out!…

Meetups are one of our favorite aspects of this hobby which allow us to interact in person with those who share our same passion/obsession. Angie and Mike are fresh off the latest Award Travel 101 meetup in Seattle where they interreacted with almost 50 other members of the community. They detail the experiences of the weekend and reiterate the ben…

Welcome to another year in the Cage! This episode is special, in that it's actually a triplesode. The guys found three Nicolas Cage movies where the title is exactly three words. Eric talks about "the Weather Man", Richard talks about "Dog Eat Dog", and John talks about "Mom and Dad". On this episode, Eric explains pleasantries to the terminally on…

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As part of our "Meet The Mods" series Mike talks with April about her background, travel style and of course love of Hyatt. They also discuss the nuances of being native New Yorkers where it's seemingly required to vacation in Florida nearly every year. Further discussion ensues about important credos such as " book early, book often" and "the phon…

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If you have been around this space for awhile you'll inevitably run into issues dealing with "muggles" or those unwise in the magical arts of award travel. Angie and Mike talk about the type of muggles we meet and how to best converse with them without sounding like a crazy person. Links to topics discussed Under the Canvas Joins World of Hyatt (Co…

Next week, they'll play in Mars.Join us this week as we break down the Mets jet-setting roadtrip and the contributions from trade deadline pieces. In the second half, we look at the games ahead and discuss it would feel to have the Mets' all-time-worst 40-win season broken by the White Sox.Can you remember the date of the last Mets game in Seattle?…

Welcome to another movie in the Year of the Cage! Today, the guys travel to the exotic city of Bangkok, and discuss the movie, Bangkok Dangerous. On this episode, Eric channels his inner tech-bro. John needs garlic butter. And Richard wants some gun-ballet. So grab one musical theme, pull up a patsy, and listen to Plot Spackle! Music: TheFatRat - E…

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This week Mike talks with Joe who has just logged his latest entry in his "Summer of Travel" logbook by traveling Japan Air Lines Business Class JFK to Toyko, intra-Asia flights to Korea and back. Then the culmination of Etihad business and first class from Tokyo to Abu Dhabi back to JFK. Hyatt and FHR stays throughout. Links to Topics Discussed: S…

The front office should get into masonry the way they filled these holes!Join us this week as we discuss the Mets' past week against tough teams and the abundance of roster moves made at this year's trading deadline. (17:50) In the second half, we play Guess the Met (45:18) and wrap up news from around the league.…

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Angie talks with new moderator and Ohio native Cameron about his background, travel style and favorite trips. He details his passion for travel for both himself and to show his family the world and how points and miles made it all possible. Links to topics discussed: Temporarily can not can book AF/KLM through Virgin (until August) New Amex Centuri…

I wonder if Jeff got the Grimace toy?Join us this week as we discuss the Mets' season Subway Series sweep and the energy coming out of the All-Star Break. In the second half, we ask, "Fact or Fiction?" to Mets takes about the rest of the season.Do you remember the date of this Subway Series game? (28:50)…

We know you would find this podcast. How did we know? Well, the numbers let us know that you would want to know about this movie. Which movie is it? Well it's Knowing, staring Nicolas Cage. On this episode, Eric crushes spirits, and then the chips. John turns a seven layer bean dip on its side. And Richard predicts the future with pie. So grab your…

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In this week's episode Mike and Angie discuss some of the recent hotel card offers then get into the main feature of handling major changes in their life such as a new house and a new job and how it affects their award travel strategy. Links to Topics Discussed in This Week's Episode: Chase Ink Preferred 120k Offer IHG Premier Card 5 Free Night Awa…

How bout that anthem, though? Might have been the best part of the Home Run Derby. Join us this week as we analyze some Mets' first half statistics (13:17) and discuss whether the Home Run Derby is an event worthy of our attention anymore (22:57). In the second half, we dive into the Mets new draft picks. Can you name which Mets draft pick leads al…

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It's now July, and we're more than half-way through 2024. In this episode, we're reviewing what we've done through the year to this point, along with some of the trips and places we've been able to book thanks to Award Travel! Post of the week From this long-time community member, Joe. Have you heard of this guy? Do you take time to recharge with y…

The happiest man in baseball? Think again. Join us this week as we discuss the Mets All-Star snubs and failing bullpen (1:40). In the second half, we reassess trade deadline moves given the Mets' recent surge. (35:25)Can you guess the Met who was tired of watching football? (29:27)

After #18 got his number retired, the Mets learned how to hit again. Will the beat continue in London?Join us this week as we discuss the Mets bounce back week after they self-appointed themselves the "worst team in the f***ing MLB." (2:18). In the second half, we discuss Francisco Alvarez's pending return and the importance of the no-hitter he cau…

Welcome to another episode in the Year in the Cage. On this episode, the guys look at a movie that asks what would happen if a normal person became a super-hero? That movie? Kick-Ass. On this episode, Richard helps you get to that word count. John talks about Greek hubris. And Eric wants some Mediterranean food. So pull up that sketchy website. Pla…

Award Travel 101 moderator, digital nomad and foodie Anthony Cave talks with Mike about his background, what got him into award travel and how he found living a nomadic life was more cost effective and fulfilling. Later on Mike and Anthony discuss their love of airport lounges, their most/least favorites and the best ways to access them. Links to n…

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In this episode, Angie and Joe cover news of the week along with mistakes we’ve made or we’ve seen friends and family make. Links to Topics Discussed LifeMiles showing $1,000+ fees on awards (even in economy) Virgin Atlantic is having a 40% off award sale! No notice devaluation of Choice hotels Aeroplan has (again) paused points expiration Where to…

4 and D trains are out of service this week. There were signal issues when the Mets lit them on fire.Join us this week as we break down the Mets return to street level, beating the Yankees in a Subway Series matchup to get back to .500. We talk the Mets offensive prowess (3:00) and our shining young stars (32:44).Can you guess the date of this Mets…

Welcome all you rapture rejects to this weeks sin filled episode. Today the guys learn how Nicolas Cage didn't make it into heaven in "Left Behind." On this episode, Eric reminisces about the past. Richard proves that Nicolas Cage is not made of Cotton Candy. And John thinks it's aliens. So grab your loot'n hat. Profess your love of everything unho…

Mike and Joe discuss new airport lounges, Hilton and Hyatt independent hotel affiliations, tipping culture and the broader featured topic of how travel teaches us new things about every place we visit. The Award Travel 101 Podcast is brought to you in part by Thrifty Traveler Premium. Get Thrifty Traveler Premium deal/award alerts sent straight to …

This is Grimace's team now, okay?Join us this week as we discuss the Mets back from the dead, playing with passion, and winning games. In the second half (25:15) we ask a trivia question - how many McDonaldland characters can you name? We also talk about hitting, pitching, roster additions, and lineup moves.…

This week Angie talks with newest Award Travel 101 moderator Randy Clinton. Randy talks about his background, what got him started in travel rewards and loyalty programs. Randy talks about some of the aspirational products he has flown and how he booked them. He also shares some of his tips for one of his favorite ways to travel, cruises and how to…

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Welcome to another entry in the Year of the Cage! On this episode, the guys get by with a technicality, when they talk about The Flash. A movie that has a digital facsimile of Mr. Cage. On this episode, John laments the places they have gone. Eric almost disparages SyFy. And Richard is very particular about his pasta. So grab that microwave. Put th…

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Joe is off cruising the Mediterranean so Mike and Angie are on this week. We talk about some news such as AA rolling back their unpopular changes to how loyalty points would be earned. Finally we ponder quirks in the award travel world that makes us grumpy from restrictive bank rules to the CPP Police. Links to topics discussed: Targeted World of H…

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Joe talks with Gunnar Olson of Thrifty Traveler on how award travel has helped enrich his travels with his Player 2), and they've created fond memories flying some incredible products, by way of his work at Thrifty Traveler. Joe and Gunnar also discuss how the past 6 months have probably been more brutal than what we’ve seen in any other past perio…

This week we look at the best card options to replace your PC Mastercards if you are cancelling it as part of the Loblaws boycott, discuss Choice Privileges summer bonus points promotion and more in our weekly credit card and loyalty rewards newscastRewards Canada tarafından oluşturuldu

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