Why I Do NOT Agree With WalletHub’s 2017 Credit Card Report!

Update: One or more card offers in this post are no longer available. Check our Hot Deals for the latest offers. WalletHub recently released their annual Credit Card Rewards Report, comparing rewards cards from the largest banks.  They used measures like a card's earning potential, how easy the rewards are to redeem, whether the rewards expire, and annual fees, to rank each card. And you might be surprised at which bank came out on top! But I wanted to share a more in-depth take on their methodology, because I don't completely agree with their results. Figuring Out the Right Card for You Takes Time. But the Information We Share on Million Mile Secrets Can Help! Here's more about WalletHub's report, and my take on their findings.

Essential Travel Checklist to Ensure the Best Family Vacation

Family travel is a huge part of the miles & points world.  Lots of folks get into this hobby because they want to visit family, or they want to va…

Delta promotions: Up to 10 miles per dollar with Lyft, bonus $25 Hotels.com gift card and more

Update: One or more card offers in this post are no longer available. Check our Hot Deals for the latest offers. There are regular Delta Airlines prom…

Folks Really Do Pay $10,000+ for Airline Tickets!

Don’t forget to follow me on Facebook or Twitter! Emily and I use miles and points to travel First Class, but there are some people who actually pay to fly First Class! British Airways First Class

6 Fantastic and Free 5-Day US Hotel Stays With Marriott’s 100,000-Point Bonus

Update:   One or more card offers in this post are no longer available.  Check our Hot Deals for the latest offers.  With the increased offer on the Chase Marriott card, you can earn 100,000 Marriott points after meeting minimum spending requirements. The great news is, that's enough for 5+ free nights at a number of fantastic Marriott hotels in the US, in popular spots like Las Vegas, Denver, New Orleans, and more! So you can start planning your next road trip.  Or take a getaway without flying too far from home! Beautiful Denver, Colorado, Is an Excellent Spot for a Vacation. And You Can Stay in Downtown Denver for Free Using Your Marriott Points! Let's take a look at my list of wonderful Marriott hotels in the US!

Using Google Maps to Decide Which Hotel to Pick

Don’t forget to follow me on Facebook or Twitter! In an earlier post on choosing the right hotel card, I went over how to use Google Maps to find how far a hotel is from the airport.  You can also use Google Maps to find out how far an attraction is from the hotel. Because this is a useful tip when you're looking for hotels, I'm posting about it separately! Do You Know How Far the Hyatt Regency Maui Is From the Airport? How to Find Out Which Hotel Card Is Right for You Series:

5 Insider Secrets to Make the Most of Southwest’s Hotel Booking Site

Lyn writes about how to fly free on Southwest on her GoToTravelGal.com blog.  And wrote a free e-book that shows you exactly how to earn the Southwest…

11 Vacations and ~$2,750 in Savings in 2017 Thanks to the Southwest Companion Pass!  

Update: One or more card offers in this post are no longer available. Check our Hot Deals for the latest offers. Keith:   My wife Liz and I are huge f…

Reader Question: Whoa! Southwest Says the 50,000 Point Bonus Does NOT Count Towards The Southwest Companion Pass.

This offer is currently no longer available.  Please check the Hot Deals tab for the latest offers. Million Mile Secrets reader Mike comments: I have called [Southwest Airlines] SWA 5 times to ask if the 50,000 [points] apply toward the companion pass.  2 agents said yes, 3 others, however, said they are bonus points and DO NOT count.  Any insight? The 50,000 Point Sign-up Bonus Counted Towards Our Companion Pass!