The Daily Drop Podcast
Daily Drop is a newsletter that teaches you how to earn and redeem miles and points in under 5 minutes a day (witty commentary, gifs and memes included 😉). Join Mike and Megan for The Daily Drop Podcast to extend the conversation that earns you free(ish) travel. Expanding some of your favorite miles and points topics, answering your questions... and we promise to not skip on the witty commentary.
The Daily Drop Podcast
Quick-Hit Miles and Points Strategies You Don't Know About
In this episode, Mike shares lesser-known strategies that can help travelers maximize their experiences and rewards. He discusses booking unique accommodations with points and miles, earning extra loyalty points, using status matches for one-time perks, bidding for upgrades, and more.
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Episode Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:57 Lesser Known Tips
02:27 Booking Unique Accommodation with Points and Miles
03:53 Charging Hotel Expenses to Your Room
05:46 Maximizing Status Matches
06:43 Bidding for Upgrades
07:43 Alliance Benefits
08:13 Suite Talking
09:14 Maximizing Points through Small Tasks and Transfers
12:04 Retention Offers for Credit Cards
19:47 Conclusion