Wyndham's intriguing new card lineup | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep363 | 6-19-26

Wyndham's intriguing new card lineup | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep363 | 6-19-26

In today's podcast we see how Wells Fargo Attunes out, we'll talk about the PAZE craze (and why it pays to pay with PAZE), and Greg convinces Nick that a $395 Wyndham card is a good idea. GIANT MAILBAG (01:37) - Deya has a success story about Chase price match Find our Best Rate Guarantee coffee break episode here [https://frequentmiler.com/chase-travel%e2%84%a0-the-edit-best-rate-guarantee-coffee-break-ep110-6-16-26/] CARD NEWS (07:07) - Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card refresh is out (08:48) - Read more about Resy credit changes [https://frequentmiler.com/changes-coming-to-resy-credit-eligible-restaurants/] (14:33) - A new collectible is born: Wells Fargo Attune card no longer accepting applications CRAZY THING (18:19) - Chase erroneously emails about Ink Plus 5X (20:55) - Capital One Shopping: -0.25% Accor AWARDS, POINTS, AND MORE (27:43) - Learn more about the PAZE $10 back, 10 times per card opportunity here [https://frequentmiler.com/get-up-to-100-back-on-every-visa-card-through-paze-10-back-on-10-up-to-100-back-per-card-stack-with-extra-points/] Find a Clover map here [https://www.nextcard.com/tools/clover-paze-map?toast=gift-cards] (34:55) - Citi ThankYou 50% transfer bonus to ACCOR MAIN EVENT: WYNDHAM'S INTRIGUING NEW CARD LINEUP (39:46) - Wyndham refreshed its card line up... (41:13) - Changes to current cards Read more about the card changes here [https://frequentmiler.com/wyndham-cards-refresh-new-premium-card-new-welcome-offers-new-benefits-and-new-changed-earning-rates-for-new-applicants/] (51:55) - Wyndham Earner Premier card (NEW) Learn more about the Wyndham Earner Premier card here [https://frequentmiler.com/new-wyndham-rewards-earner-premier-card/] (1:05:28) - Should you care about Wyndham Rewards? Learn how to value Wyndham points here [https://frequentmiler.com/what-are-wyndham-points-worth/] SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW Visit https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ [https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/] to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don’t forget to like and follow us on social media. Music Credit – “Ocean Deep” by Annie Yoder [https://open.spotify.com/artist/6zAQHcu57q9QmYEKaDBpEU?si=JylqRM-FRhuVsWSE5oCIvA] Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network [https://frequent-miler-on-the.captivate.fm/partnershipsfrequentmiler] Visit FrequentMiler.com Did you know that Frequent Miller is also a website? At frequentMiller.com, you'll find all the latest deals, news about points, miles, and rewarding credit cards, the single best, Best Credit Cards page on the web, guides to all popular rewards programs, and many other terrific resources. If you'd like to get our posts sent to your email, go to frequentMiller.com/subscribe and sign up for free. https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ [https://frequent-miler-on-the.captivate.fm/frequentmiler]

Chase Travel℠ / The Edit: Best Rate Guarantee | Coffee Break Ep110 | 6-16-26

Chase has been slowly rolling out a Best Rate Guarantee for Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardholders who book hotels through Chase Travel℠. We'll talk about what that means in today's episode. (00:51) - Chase Sapphire Reserve® Background (03:07) - The basics of the Best Rate Guarantee (07:25) - Nick's experience Visit https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe [https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/] to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don’t forget to like and follow us on social media. Music Credit – Beach Walk by Unicorn Heads Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network [https://frequent-miler-on-the.captivate.fm/partnershipsfrequentmiler] Frequent Miler Beginner's Guide https://frequentmiler.com/start-here/ [https://frequent-miler-on-the.captivate.fm/starthere]

Chase's Hyatt gut punch & refreshed Sapphire Preferred® | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep362 | 6-12-26

In today's podcast episode, we'll talk about how the New Sapphire Preferred® card wows, but the new Chase to Hyatt transfer rate breaks our hearts. GIANT MAILBAG (01:18) - Read more about stacking Chase Instacart deals here [https://frequentmiler.com/stacking-chase-instacart-deals/] or learning to love Instacart credits here [https://frequentmiler.com/learning-to-love-my-instacart-credits/] (04:33) - Elliot talks about getting into the Instacart game (05:58) - Christine found a great Instacart stack CRAZY THING (07:47) - IHG Targeted offer: 0K points every 0 nights BONVOYED (08:53) - Wells Fargo ends point sharing (Sep 25) Read more about Wells Fargo changes here [https://frequentmiler.com/wells-fargo-changes-transfers-to-other-users-ending-points-will-no-longer-automatically-be-combined/] (12:30) - Greg rants about points brokers AWARDS, POINTS, AND MORE (18:28) - United Pooling apparently now allows partner awards (20:22) - Alaska Airlines CFO hints at BOA point transfers (23:31) - Gondola: flight autosave (27:49) - Learn more about the Chase / Paze Promo here [https://frequentmiler.com/chase-sapphire-and-freedom-for-10x-when-using-paze/] MAIN EVENT (35:15) - Transfer ratio to Hyatt dropping to 4:3 (except for Sapphire Reserve® cards) Read more about this change in Hyatt transfer ratio here [https://frequentmiler.com/chase-slashes-hyatt-transfer-ratio-to-43/] (52:50) - Is there any upside? (54:45) - Possible to-dos (if you care about Hyatt 1-1 transfers) Find our "Which Premium Cards are Keepers?" resource here [https://frequentmiler.com/which-premium-cards-are-keepers/] Learn more about Hyatt milestone spending here [https://frequentmiler.com/hyatt-milestone-spending-whats-my-x/] (1:08:02) - Learn more about the refreshed Sapphire Preferred® card here [https://frequentmiler.com/chase-sapphire-preferred-card-refresh/] (01:09:53) - Lots of good stuff (effective 6/15) (01:15:42) - And some bad stuff (effective 10/1 for pre 6/15 cardholders) SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW Visit https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ [https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/] to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don’t forget to like and follow us on social media. Music Credit – “Ocean Deep” by Annie Yoder [https://open.spotify.com/artist/6zAQHcu57q9QmYEKaDBpEU?si=JylqRM-FRhuVsWSE5oCIvA] Mentioned in this episode: Frequent Miler's Best Offers Page https://frequentmiler.com/best-credit-card-offers/ [https://frequent-miler-on-the.captivate.fm/bestoffers] Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network [https://frequent-miler-on-the.captivate.fm/partnershipsfrequentmiler]

Wells Fargo's Premier version of the Autograph Journey | Coffee Break Ep109 | 6-9-26

In this episode, we'll discuss Wells Fargo's Premier version of the Autograph Journey card, only available to Wells Fargo Premier clients. (01:04) - Almost identical to Autograph Journey, but this one is targeted to WF Premier customers Learn more about the Wells Fargo Premier Autograph Visa Infinite card here [https://frequentmiler.com/wells-fargo-premier-autograph-visa-infinite-card-a-better-version-of-the-autograph-journey/] (02:09) - Advantages over the Autograph Journey (05:52) - Only available to Wells Fargo Premier clients (07:00) - Greg's experience (09:33) - First impressions SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW Visit https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ [https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/] to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don’t forget to like and follow us on social media. Music Credit – “Ocean Deep” by Annie Yoder [https://open.spotify.com/artist/6zAQHcu57q9QmYEKaDBpEU?si=JylqRM-FRhuVsWSE5oCIvA] Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network [https://frequent-miler-on-the.captivate.fm/partnershipsfrequentmiler] Visit FrequentMiler.com Did you know that Frequent Miller is also a website? At frequentMiller.com, you'll find all the latest deals, news about points, miles, and rewarding credit cards, the single best, Best Credit Cards page on the web, guides to all popular rewards programs, and many other terrific resources. If you'd like to get our posts sent to your email, go to frequentMiller.com/subscribe and sign up for free. https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ [https://frequent-miler-on-the.captivate.fm/frequentmiler]

What’s the single best card for your "player two"? | Ask us Anything Ep87 | 6-3-26

How has SAS Eurobonus award availability been in the months since the Million Mile Madness challenge? What’s the single best card for your "player two"? We answered these questions and more on the Ask Us Anything hosted live on YouTube on June 3rd, 2026. (00:38) - How many backup flights do you have booked at any one time, and how many fees does that incur? (04:43) - Has Greg tried/considered applying for a Discover card as a way to get “in” with Capital One since he has been unable to get approved for Capital One cards in the past? (06:05) - How has SAS Eurobonus award availability been in the months since the Million Mile Madness challenge? Any regrets? Learn more about the Million Mile Madness challenge here. [https://frequentmiler.com/annual-team-challenges/#MMM] (09:15) - Given all the hotel devaluations which now includes Hyatt, which hotel points would you recommend accumulating? Seems every chain wants lots of points for a room. Learn about the decreased Hilton point value here [https://frequentmiler.com/what-are-hilton-points-worth/] (16:01) - What’s a single best card for "P2" (player two)? (23:24) - Should Chase Rapid Reward credit card holders EVER book something above Choice fares if you don't care about the multiplier? (26:11) - How do you redeem Bilt cash for grub hub, walgreens and the $25 dining? (32:47) - Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card annual fee just posted today but still haven’t received the free night certificate. I was planning to downgrade to surpass, when can I expect it, if it takes more than 30 days will I still get annual fee refund? (34:36) - I want to fly Cathay Pacific First Class between Chicago and Hong Kong, either way or both works. I’m extremely flexible and can probably come up with enough points in any currency. How do I find it? Find our "Which award search tool is best?" resource here [https://frequentmiler.com/which-award-search-tool-is-best/] (36:57) - I'm applying for my first mortgage soon. While my credit score is fine, I'm a bit worried about having to explain my long laundry list of credit card accounts thanks to this crazy hobby. Should I be? (41:24) - So what are your favorite choices for virtually undiscovered islands similar to Koh Kood that lack the crowds but still have things to do (50:38) - What airline programs should be avoided due to poor customer service? I try to book when flights come out, which means there are often schedule changes that can be a problem/opportunity. SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW Visit https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ [https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/] to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don’t forget to like and follow us on social media. Music Credit – “swappin’ back n’ forth” by up @ night [https://open.spotify.com/artist/60SNkPajqZpF8uVlwum5JS?si=ZdoaPPplT26RidqOJlDEvQ] Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network [https://frequent-miler-on-the.captivate.fm/partnershipsfrequentmiler] Frequent Miler's Best Offers Page https://frequentmiler.com/best-credit-card-offers/ [https://frequent-miler-on-the.captivate.fm/bestoffers]