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    I Was Eligible For The 125,000 AMEX Platinum Sign Up Bonus, And Then I Woke Up

    by joeheg May 12, 2020
    by joeheg May 12, 2020

    File this in the “Things that only happen to those who are obsessed with points and miles” category. I’ve heard several friends say that since they’ve been under “lockdown” due …

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    What Became Of The AMEX RAT Team, A Flight That Probably Never Happened Before, Retention Offer Changes?, & More!

    by joeheg April 26, 2020
    by joeheg April 26, 2020

    Happy Sunday to all of our travel friends, both near and far. Yes, today is Sunday. Here are some articles we’ve read from other bloggers (and other sources) that we …

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    Orlando On Lockdown, Why Disney Water Rides Smell Like That, What Was This Hotel Designer THINKING???, & More!

    by SharonKurheg March 28, 2020
    by SharonKurheg March 28, 2020

    Hey travel friends, it’s Saturday! Although if you’ve been smart and staying at home, it’s kind of hard to keep track. So for those who need to hear it – …

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    End of AMEX RAT Team?, Global Entry Centers Closed, If Your PreCheck Status Isn’t On Your Boarding Pass, Horrid Response to WDW Closing, & More

    by SharonKurheg March 21, 2020
    by SharonKurheg March 21, 2020

    Hey travel friends, it’s Saturday! Boy, what a year it’s been this week, huh? Here’s a recap of what’s gone on at YMMV this week. From what we’ve written to …

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    Is This The End Of The AMEX RAT Team, Or Will It Only Make Them Stronger?

    by joeheg March 18, 2020
    by joeheg March 18, 2020

    Banks, and particularly American Express, have been cracking down on activities they consider as “gaming the system.” This can result in anything from denying a sign-up bonus for buying a …

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    Similar American & Alaska Planes Feel Different, How WDW/DL Fool You, Countries You Can’t Enter If You’ve Had A DUI, How Hotels Plan Room Assignments, & More!

    by SharonKurheg February 29, 2020
    by SharonKurheg February 29, 2020

    Happy Saturday friends, and hooray, it’s finally the weekend! Here’s a recap of what’s gone on at YMMV this week. From what we’ve written to what others wrote that we …

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    We Knew The AMEX RAT Team Was Cracking Down On Referrals, But Not This Much

    by joeheg February 26, 2020
    by joeheg February 26, 2020

    One of the easier ways to accumulate points is by taking advantage of “refer a friend” offers. The idea is a simple one. As a cardholder, you get a personalized …

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    Amex Up To Its Old Tricks Again, Some Nice Disney Discounts, Should American Airlines Be Concerned?, & More!

    by joeheg November 13, 2019
    by joeheg November 13, 2019

    Happy Wednesday to all of our travel friends, both near and far! Here are some articles we’ve read from other bloggers (and other sources) that we think you may like, …

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    Easy Way To Get Free American Points, Best Way To Deal With This Credit Card Co., How To Get Disney+ For Free, How To Fix Wi-Fi Login Troubles, & More!

    by joeheg October 27, 2019
    by joeheg October 27, 2019

    Happy Sunday to all of our travel friends, both near and far! Here are some articles we’ve read from other bloggers (and other sources) that we think you may like, …

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    The End Of An Era – Saying Goodbye To Our SPG AMEX Cards

    by joeheg August 28, 2019
    by joeheg August 28, 2019

    It was a day I knew was coming but I didn’t think it would get here so soon. As part of the rearranging of the Marriott Bonvoy co-brand credit card …

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