In this episode, we talk about a new credit card option from a lesser-known bank, a Virgin Atlantic transfer bonus, issues with a popular gift card website, and updates to the Hilton Honors program. We then have a face off between Hilton Diamond elite status and Hyatt Globalist elite status to help you decide where you'll get the best return on your status investment. We then wrap up with woes of hunting for premium cabin T-PAC and T-ATL award space over the summer months.

Show references:

https://waitlist.cardless.com/qatar-airways

https://loyaltylobby.com/2024/04/18/conrad-new-york-midtown-exits-hilton-system-on-june-4-2024/

https://frequentmiler.com/fantastic-updates-about-hiltons-integration-of-slh/

Intro / Outro Music Credits:

"Vibing Over Venus"

Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In our first public release episode, we take a deep dive into the latest happenings with American Express, how we're approaching our credit card spend, and how to maximize our return on our spend. We also discuss recent updates in the credit card spending world, and upcoming travel plans for Summer 2024.

Personal Gold AU: https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/apply/supplementary-card/gold-card/16786-10-0

Upgrade Referral: https://upgrade.com/r/EeypS7SIMR (Open Rewards Checking Plus and direct deposit at least $1,000 in 45 days)

Intro / Outro Music Credits:

"Vibing Over Venus"

Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/