My buddy Han and I discuss Resorts World, Bellagio, and NoMad. The title isn't clickbait. It's really all we discuss.  Go to cheapskatevegas.com to see some more stuff. Or follow me on Twitter @travelfanboy to see other stuff.  Thanks for listening. 

My buddy Han and I discuss Resorts World, Bellagio, and NoMad. The title isn't clickbait. It's really all we discuss.  Go to <a href="http://cheapskatevegas.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">cheapskatevegas.com</a> to see some more stuff. Or follow me on Twitter @travelfanboy to see other stuff.  Thanks for listening.

Review of Resorts World, Bellagio, and NoMad Las Vegas

In this episode, I'm joined by Chris and Josh of the Crap Vegas podcast to talk about exactly that, craps in Las Vegas. They host a great show and you should definitely check it out if craps is your game.   We talk about expanding your bankroll as conditions have changed and where we like to play, including Wynn, Treasure Island, Flamingo, Resorts World and more.  Find us on Twitter and let us know where you like to play: @TravelFanboy @smallwhale13 @vegasduffy  Find more Vegas content at Cheapskatevegas.com. Thanks for listening. 

In this episode, I'm joined by Chris and Josh of the <a href="https://www.crapvegas.com/podcasts/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Crap Vegas</a> podcast to talk about exactly that, craps in Las Vegas. They host a great show and you should definitely check it out if craps is your game.  We talk about expanding your bankroll as conditions have changed and where we like to play, including Wynn, Treasure Island, Flamingo, Resorts World and more. Find us on Twitter and let us know where you like to play: <a href="https://twitter.com/TravelFanboy" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@TravelFanboy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/SmallWhale13" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@smallwhale13</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/VegasDuffy" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@vegasduffy</a> Find more Vegas content at <a href="https://cheapskatevegas.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Cheapskatevegas.com.</a> Thanks for listening.

Best Place to Play Craps in Las Vegas

Front

In this episode I chat with my buddy Han about his recent travels. We discuss:  Flying up front for cheap Wynn Resorts World Vegas opening NoMad and Park MGM Dealing with bulges  Note* This episode was recorded in early July (2020). Some information, especially talks around masks and mandates, may have changed between recording and publishing. 

In this episode I chat with my buddy Han about his recent travels. We discuss: <ul> <li>Flying up front for cheap</li> <li>Wynn</li> <li>Resorts World Vegas opening</li> <li>NoMad and Park MGM</li> <li>Dealing with bulges</li> </ul> Note* This episode was recorded in early July (2020). Some information, especially talks around masks and mandates, may have changed between recording and publishing.

TFB & Han talk flying up front, Resorts World Vegas, NoMad and Park

In this episode of the podcast, I chat with Vegas Advantage's John Mehaffey about the current table game conditions in Las Vegas and the best values for players. You can listen in most places where podcasts are found. A massive thanks to John for joining me. Vegas Advantage is a fantastic resource and he's a wealth of information. Here's some of what we discuss:  Current conditions Where low rollers should go Best spots for those comfortable with $25+ minimums Our favorite casinos up and down the Strip Some good off-Strip casinos worth considering  Make sure to follow John and Kristina's on Twitter: John Mehaffey Twitter Kristina Mehaffey Twitter Vegas Advantage Twitter If you're interested in giving me $3 a month to email you, here's how you can make that happen: TFB Newsletter Thanks for listening. Keep crunching those numbers. 

In this episode of the podcast, I chat with <a href="https://vegasadvantage.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Vegas Advantage's</a> John Mehaffey about the current table game conditions in Las Vegas and the best values for players. You can listen in most places where podcasts are found. A massive thanks to John for joining me. Vegas Advantage is a fantastic resource and he's a wealth of information. Here's some of what we discuss: <ul> <li>Current conditions</li> <li>Where low rollers should go</li> <li>Best spots for those comfortable with $25+ minimums</li> <li>Our favorite casinos up and down the Strip</li> <li>Some good off-Strip casinos worth considering</li> </ul> Make sure to follow John and Kristina's on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/John_Mehaffey" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">John Mehaffey Twitter</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Mehaffey_KM" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Kristina Mehaffey Twitter</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Vegas_Advantage" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Vegas Advantage Twitter</a> If you're interested in giving me $3 a month to email you, here's how you can make that happen: <a href="https://www.travelfanboy.com/newsletter/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">TFB Newsletter</a> Thanks for listening. Keep crunching those numbers.

Best Places To Gamble in Las Vegas: Table Game Edition With John Mehaffey

It's a bankroll building extravaganza. I have three things I keep in mind when building a bankroll:  Have a separate account Establish a number and automate Have rules and follow them  I mention I like SoFi for my separate gambling account. I have a referral link below if you're interested. This doesn't drive my mention of them in this episode. I've used SoFi Money for over a year as my 'vacation fund' and I have no major complaints. Choose a separate account that works best for you and your needs.   Links for things mentioned in the show: Discord Server - Red Chip Travelers Newsetter - TFB Vegas Newsletter SoFi - TFB referral bonus

It's a bankroll building extravaganza. I have three things I keep in mind when building a bankroll: <ol> <li>Have a separate account</li> <li>Establish a number and automate</li> <li>Have rules and follow them</li> </ol> I mention I like SoFi for my separate gambling account. I have a referral link below if you're interested. This doesn't drive my mention of them in this episode. I've used SoFi Money for over a year as my 'vacation fund' and I have no major complaints. Choose a separate account that works best for you and your needs.  Links for things mentioned in the show: Discord Server - <a href="https://discord.com/invite/rehgygJ2wf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Chip Travelers</a> Newsetter - <a href="https://www.travelfanboy.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TFB Vegas Newsletter</a> SoFi - <a href="https://www.sofi.com/invite/money?gcp=15cb1eff-aa8d-4361-8a88-100cd27aec14" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TFB referral bonus</a>

Building a Bankroll

In this off the cuff episode, I discuss the sale of Las Vegas Sands' assets and the future of Las Vegas.  I also wax poetic about the Vegas entertainers of yesteryear, the want for more deep theming, and the city's unique opportunity to capture America's attention again.    *I neglected to note this in the episode but it's probably important--I'm a Las Vegas Sands shareholder at the time of this recording. 

In this off the cuff episode, I discuss the sale of Las Vegas Sands' assets and the future of Las Vegas.  I also wax poetic about the Vegas entertainers of yesteryear, the want for more deep theming, and the city's unique opportunity to capture America's attention again.  *I neglected to note this in the episode but it's probably important--I'm a Las Vegas Sands shareholder at the time of this recording.

Emergency Pod - Shifting Sands and the Future of Las Vegas

The sportsbook and the big board can be a confusing thing. Have no anxiety though -- Sportsbook Tom helps us understand what all the numbers mean and guides us through making our first football bet.  We also talk about good Vegas sportsbooks and take some live chat questions.  Find Sportsbook Tom here: The Vegas Parlay @sportsbooktom   Join the Red Chip Travelers Discord Server to be a part of the next show:   Red Chip Travelers invite link   Thanks for listening. Crunch those numbers. May your math not be faulty. 

The sportsbook and the big board can be a confusing thing. Have no anxiety though -- Sportsbook Tom helps us understand what all the numbers mean and guides us through making our first football bet.  We also talk about good Vegas sportsbooks and take some live chat questions.  Find Sportsbook Tom here: <a href="https://thevegasparlay.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vegas Parlay</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/sportsbooktom" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sportsbooktom</a> Join the Red Chip Travelers Discord Server to be a part of the next show:   <a href="https://discord.gg/wNDJjJpHGD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Chip Travelers invite link</a> Thanks for listening. Crunch those numbers. May your math not be faulty.

Sports Betting Basics and The Big Game With Sportsbook Tom

In this episode we dispel the notion that casual gamblers are "attacking" the casino.  Really, our strategies are more playing styles that act as loss mitigation techniques. I use an interesting /gambling Reddit post as inspiration. Thanks to Arcade High for the music: https://arcadehigh.bandcamp.com/track/kingdom Have a great new year, everyone. 

In this episode we dispel the notion that casual gamblers are "attacking" the casino.  Really, our strategies are more playing styles that act as loss mitigation techniques. I use an interesting /gambling Reddit post as inspiration. Thanks to Arcade High for the music: <a href="https://arcadehigh.bandcamp.com/track/kingdom" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://arcadehigh.bandcamp.com/track/kingdom</a> Have a great new year, everyone.

The Strategy Illusion

Bougie Miles

Bethany and I discuss  earning status easy ways to rack up tier credits credit card shortcuts questions from the chat  You can see the live stream on the Bougie Miles YouTube channel.  Thanks for listening. Be sure to follow on the socials so you can be informed on when our next live casino chat will be. Be good to each other!

Bethany and I discuss <ul> <li>earning status</li> <li>easy ways to rack up tier credits</li> <li>credit card shortcuts</li> <li>questions from the chat</li> </ul> You can see the live stream on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79Vs0hRGexg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bougie Miles YouTube channel</a>.  Thanks for listening. Be sure to follow on the socials so you can be informed on when our next live casino chat will be. Be good to each other!

Caesars Rewards Loyalty Program with Bougie Miles

In this episode, I chat with friends Han and Joe about the future of points and miles, what we think is overrated in the travel world, and force Han to choose a side.  Timestamps:  5:18 - Han's unpopular travel opinion (transpacific economy) 10:09 - Joe's unpopular travel opinion (kids should fly wherever they want) 16:22 - Adam's unpopular travel opinion (loyalty points are overrated) 24:59 - Affiliate blogs going forward 36:30 - Token gambling segment 38:12 - How we're saving money for future travel in these times 49:28 - One good thing A big thanks to @AstheJoeFlies for editing this show.  Also, thanks to you all for listening, the constant support, and the fun interactions. I hope you're well. Be good to each other. 

In this episode, I chat with friends Han and Joe about the future of points and miles, what we think is overrated in the travel world, and force Han to choose a side.  Timestamps:  5:18 - Han's unpopular travel opinion (transpacific economy) 10:09 - Joe's unpopular travel opinion (kids should fly wherever they want) 16:22 - Adam's unpopular travel opinion (loyalty points are overrated) 24:59 - Affiliate blogs going forward 36:30 - Token gambling segment 38:12 - How we're saving money for future travel in these times 49:28 - One good thing A big thanks to @AstheJoeFlies for editing this show.  Also, thanks to you all for listening, the constant support, and the fun interactions. I hope you're well. Be good to each other.

A Long Conversation to Nowhere With Han and Joe

Gambling | Vegas| Loyalty | Bathroom Reviews

Love the content on this podcast! Timely and informative. Adam keep up the GREAT work!

Great Overall Ppdcast

Good stuff!

Cheapskate Vegas: A Vegas Podcast for Low Rollers

In this episode, I discuss some ways to get the most out of your Ultimate Rewards and Amex Membership points. It's a fairly involved show, so I provided a transcript of the link below if you'd like to follow along. Thanks to all the Patrons for your continued support! Important links: Transcript Patron Access  Vegas Confessions Vice Lounge Online God Save the Points

In this episode, I discuss some ways to get the most out of your Ultimate Rewards and Amex Membership points. It's a fairly involved show, so I provided a transcript of the link below if you'd like to follow along. Thanks to all the Patrons for your continued support! Important links: <a href="https://travelfanboy.com/ultimaterewards-amexmembership/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Transcript</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patron Access</a> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/vegas-confessions-podcast/id1300432878?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Vegas Confessions</a> <a href="https://viceloungeonline.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Vice Lounge Online</a> <a href="http://www.godsavethepoints.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">God Save the Points</a>

TFB #5 - A Guide to Ultimate Rewards and Amex Membership Points

Spencer Howard

In this episode, I chat with Spencer Howard of 10xTravel and Straight to the Points about the cheapest and easiest ways to fly domestic first class. We discuss using points and miles to fly up front on:  Alaska American Delta United  I want all of you to be able to take a seat up front at some point in your travels. You all deserve to travel with a little more space and a little more nuts. During your travels, if you find yourself sitting in a big front seat, I’d like for you to share that on the socials with the hashtag #TFBsWarmNuts. Thanks to you for your patience with the audio. I recently switched from Mac to PC and am having to learn a whole new system. We'll get it right at some point. Be sure to check out Spencer here: 10xTravel Straight to the Points Safe travels. Be good to each other. 

In this episode, I chat with Spencer Howard of 10xTravel and Straight to the Points about the cheapest and easiest ways to fly domestic first class. We discuss using points and miles to fly up front on: <ul> <li>Alaska</li> <li>American</li> <li>Delta</li> <li>United</li> </ul> I want all of you to be able to take a seat up front at some point in your travels. You all deserve to travel with a little more space and a little more nuts. During your travels, if you find yourself sitting in a big front seat, I’d like for you to share that on the socials with the hashtag #TFBsWarmNuts. Thanks to you for your patience with the audio. I recently switched from Mac to PC and am having to learn a whole new system. We'll get it right at some point. Be sure to check out Spencer here: <a href="https://10xtravel.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">10xTravel</a> <a href="https://straighttothepoints.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Straight to the Points</a> Safe travels. Be good to each other.

Warm Nuts: Cheapest and Easiest Ways to Fly Domestic First Class with Guest Spencer Howard

Adam likes to take credit for everything, but this episode is about being cautious as it relates to burning cards. Knowing how your score is paramount to making good credit decisions. Burning and churning for bonus points works well for some, but is it for you?   To become a Patron, head to the official Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy For more reviews and tips, there's always TravelFanboy.com

Adam likes to take credit for everything, but this episode is about being cautious as it relates to burning cards. Knowing how your score is paramount to making good credit decisions. Burning and churning for bonus points works well for some, but is it for you? To become a Patron, head to the official Patreon page: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy</a> For more reviews and tips, there's always <a href="https://travelfanboy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TravelFanboy.com</a>

TFB #3 - Churning, Burning, and your Credit Score

In this episode, I talk about some good credit cards for earning miles and points for those who travel casually or are new to navigating the points and miles world. Let me know if there are any cards you think should be added to the list! You can support the show here: Patreon/TravelFanboy

In this episode, I talk about some good credit cards for earning miles and points for those who travel casually or are new to navigating the points and miles world. Let me know if there are any cards you think should be added to the list! You can support the show here: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon/TravelFanboy</a>

TFB #12 - Good Credit Cards for Casual Travelers and Points/Miles Newbies

In this episode, I detail my recent trip to Las Vegas for the Zorkfest and 360 Vegas Vacation festivities. The entire weekend was a blast. I met a number of incredible people, learned a ton of great info, and drank some of the best bourbons around. Doesn't get much better than that. If you're on the fence about attending Zorkfest or Vegas Vacation, take a big leap over into "yes". Enjoy! To support the show, become a member of the exclusive Bunker: TFB Patreon Links: TravelZork 360 Vegas

In this episode, I detail my recent trip to Las Vegas for the Zorkfest and 360 Vegas Vacation festivities. The entire weekend was a blast. I met a number of incredible people, learned a ton of great info, and drank some of the best bourbons around. Doesn't get much better than that. If you're on the fence about attending Zorkfest or Vegas Vacation, take a big leap over into "yes". Enjoy! To support the show, become a member of the exclusive Bunker: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TFB Patreon</a> Links: <a href="https://travelzork.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TravelZork</a> <a href="http://www.360vegaspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">360 Vegas</a>

TFB #11 - Vegas Trip Report

In this episode, we throw it back to the Vegas Fanboy glory days. This is a rerun of episode #50 of Vegas Fanboy called "Low Roller for a Day".  I'm joined by my podcasting rivals, Mark and Dr. Mike of You Can Bet on That. In this show I discuss my casino-going strategy for low rollers and Mark and Mike talk about what they would do if they had to be low rollers for a day. We also talk about basic craps strategies for those on a budget.  If you must listen to more YCBOT: http://youcanbetonthat.com/ To support the show: https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy Thanks for listening!

In this episode, we throw it back to the Vegas Fanboy glory days. This is a rerun of episode #50 of Vegas Fanboy called "Low Roller for a Day".  I'm joined by my podcasting rivals, Mark and Dr. Mike of You Can Bet on That. In this show I discuss my casino-going strategy for low rollers and Mark and Mike talk about what they would do if they had to be low rollers for a day. We also talk about basic craps strategies for those on a budget.  If you must listen to more YCBOT: <a href="http://youcanbetonthat.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://youcanbetonthat.com/</a> To support the show: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy</a> Thanks for listening!

Low Roller for a Day with You Can Bet on That (Rerun)

Dave Grossman

*The previous upload featured only my interview with Dave out of context. I accidentally uploaded only the interview file, not the full episode with intro, outro, and transitions. I apologize for the the additional download. Or maybe this was just a sneaky way to pad my numbers. In this episode, I talk with Dave, aka MilesTalk, about his new site designed to help you find your next best travel credit card. This episode features:  VFB Media LLC info One thing that I have been seeing a lot more of lately, which is worth considering if the timing is right, is pursuing bank bonuses to pad your points account: It’s good to have separate accounts for different purposes, including travel It’s good to have separate accounts in case of freezes due to fraud Be mindful of account minimums and fees Online banks work well, especially for travel, but not bonuses Examine your accounts occasionally and shop around, even within the same system, so see if you’re eligible for any worthwhile products  YourBestCreditCards.com: I have had multiple people ask me recently about the best card around or what card they should get, because they’re interested in joining the P&amp;M fray. “It depends” is typically my initial response, followed by questions related to their goals and spending. Dave’s site aims to help people navigate to a particular card or cards based on those very questions. I like Dave a lot and I’m happy to have him back on the show. I really don’t do ads on the show, I just like to promote tools and sites I think are useful in this niche. A couple notes here before we get into our chat:  I mention how I hate the phrase “best credit cards” to Dave, the founder of YourBestCreditCards.com At the beginning, we are discussing a post by Seth Miller - The Risk in Changing Rewards: Can Loyalty Thrive in the Dynamic Era? - Talking about, essentially that personal loyalty in a changing environment (https://thepointsguy.com/news/loyalty-dynamic-award-pricing/) Is the change to a dynamic model hurting some and helping others?  I hope you enjoyed our discussion. I’ll likely have an episode soon about all the great tools out there to help you navigate the points and miles world efficiently, and this is certainly one to add to the repertoire. For more from me, head to TravelFanboy.com or Patreon.com/travelfanboy for bonus stuff. Safe travels. Be good to each other.

*The previous upload featured only my interview with Dave out of context. I accidentally uploaded only the interview file, not the full episode with intro, outro, and transitions. I apologize for the the additional download. Or maybe this was just a sneaky way to pad my numbers. In this episode, I talk with Dave, aka <a href="https://twitter.com/account/access" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MilesTalk</a>, about his new site designed to help you find your next best travel credit card. This episode features: <ul> <li>VFB Media LLC info One thing that I have been seeing a lot more of lately, which is worth considering if the timing is right, is pursuing bank bonuses to pad your points account:</li> <li>It’s good to have separate accounts for different purposes, including travel</li> <li>It’s good to have separate accounts in case of freezes due to fraud</li> <li>Be mindful of account minimums and fees</li> <li>Online banks work well, especially for travel, but not bonuses</li> <li>Examine your accounts occasionally and shop around, even within the same system, so see if you’re eligible for any worthwhile products</li> </ul> <a href="https://yourbestcreditcards.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YourBestCreditCards.com:</a> I have had multiple people ask me recently about the best card around or what card they should get, because they’re interested in joining the P&amp;M fray. “It depends” is typically my initial response, followed by questions related to their goals and spending. Dave’s site aims to help people navigate to a particular card or cards based on those very questions. I like Dave a lot and I’m happy to have him back on the show. I really don’t do ads on the show, I just like to promote tools and sites I think are useful in this niche. A couple notes here before we get into our chat: <ul> <li>I mention how I hate the phrase “best credit cards” to Dave, the founder of <a href="http://YourBestCreditCards.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YourBestCreditCards.com</a></li> <li>At the beginning, we are discussing a post by Seth Miller - The Risk in Changing Rewards: Can Loyalty Thrive in the Dynamic Era? - Talking about, essentially that personal loyalty in a changing environment (<a href="https://thepointsguy.com/news/loyalty-dynamic-award-pricing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thepointsguy.com/news/loyalty-dynamic-award-pricing/</a>)</li> <li>Is the change to a dynamic model hurting some and helping others?</li> </ul> I hope you enjoyed our discussion. I’ll likely have an episode soon about all the great tools out there to help you navigate the points and miles world efficiently, and this is certainly one to add to the repertoire. For more from me, head to <a href="http://TravelFanboy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TravelFanboy.com</a> or <a href="http://Patreon.com/travelfanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/travelfanboy</a> for bonus stuff. Safe travels. Be good to each other.

All the Best Cards: Chatting about YourBestCreditCards.com with Dave Grossman of MilesTalk

In this episode, I chat with Joe from asthejoeflies.com. He takes us through his strategy of acquiring and spending points and miles efficiently for family travel. We also discuss good family lodging and destination options. Zorkfest registration is still open and tickets are still available for the charity craps tournament and Podcasters After Dark. I hope to see you there! Use code ZorkFanboy for $10 off your registration fee. Show links:  Saverocity Observation Deck Podcast Disney Deciphered Podcast Travel Fanboy Patreon Thanks for listening. Safe Travels. BG2EO.

In this episode, I chat with Joe from <a href="https://saverocity.com/asthejoeflies/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">asthejoeflies.com</a>. He takes us through his strategy of acquiring and spending points and miles efficiently for family travel. We also discuss good family lodging and destination options. <a href="https://travelzork.com/zorkfest/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zorkfest</a> registration is still open and tickets are still available for the charity craps tournament and Podcasters After Dark. I hope to see you there! Use code ZorkFanboy for $10 off your registration fee. Show links: <a href="https://saverocityobservationdeck.com/2018/04/24/episode-80-las-vegas-with-travel-fan-boy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Saverocity Observation Deck Podcast</a> <a href="https://disneydeciphered.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Disney Deciphered Podcast</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Travel Fanboy Patreon</a> Thanks for listening. Safe Travels. BG2EO.

TFB #9 - Points and Miles with a Family in Mind

In this episode, I take some listener review feedback and discuss how point valuations are calculated and when and how to transfer points from Chase's Ultimate Rewards portal to dedicated travel transfer partners.   Join the Bunker crew on Patreon!

In this episode, I take some listener review feedback and discuss how point valuations are calculated and when and how to transfer points from Chase's Ultimate Rewards portal to dedicated travel transfer partners. Join the <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bunker crew on Patreon</a>!

TFB #14 - Point Valuations and Chase Transfers

In this episode I share tips from stellar travel writers on some easy ways to get some big wins in the points and miles game. Talking points:  My trip to Disney Epcot is awesome What to do if you lose your license on vacation  P&amp;M Tips: TFB - Booking AA through BA Bethany - The Business Plat 35% rebate stack Dave - 50K for first class ticket to Europe Han - Ocean Resort for 12k Hyatt points As always, thanks for listening. Get bonus audio at Patreon.com/travelfanboy Safe travels.

In this episode I share tips from stellar travel writers on some easy ways to get some big wins in the points and miles game. Talking points: <ul> <li>My trip to Disney</li> <li>Epcot is awesome</li> <li>What to do if you lose your license on vacation</li> </ul> P&amp;M Tips: TFB - Booking AA through BA <a href="http://bougiemiles.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bethany</a> - The Business Plat 35% rebate stack <a href="https://milestalk.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dave</a> - 50K for first class ticket to Europe <a href="https://twitter.com/hanchicago" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Han</a> - Ocean Resort for 12k Hyatt points As always, thanks for listening. Get bonus audio at <a href="http://Patreon.com/travelfanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/travelfanboy</a> Safe travels.

Easy Points and Miles Wins

Gilbert Ott

In this episode, I talk with Gilbert Ott of God Save the Points about getting out of economy and into first class on a budget. Gilbert is a points and miles expert and leaves us with salient tips to elevating your travel experiences inexpensively. Relevant links: God Save the Points Travel Fanboy - Patreon Zorkfest   Heat to TravelFanboy.com for more tips, reviews, and trip reports!

In this episode, I talk with Gilbert Ott of God Save the Points about getting out of economy and into first class on a budget. Gilbert is a points and miles expert and leaves us with salient tips to elevating your travel experiences inexpensively. Relevant links: <a href="http://www.godsavethepoints.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">God Save the Points</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Travel Fanboy - Patreon</a> <a href="https://travelzork.com/zorkfest/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zorkfest</a> Heat to <a href="http://TravelFanboy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TravelFanboy.com</a> for more tips, reviews, and trip reports!

TFB #7 - Getting out of Economy with Gilbert Ott of God Save the Points

Richard Kerr

Richard is a major voice in the points and miles world and he’s here to answer my questions on navigating the P&amp;M world as a newbie, why Wells Fargo shouldn’t be ignored, and blazes through my not-so-rapid fire round of questions For bonus content: patreon.com/travelfanboy For more TFB: TravelFanboy.com Join AwardTravel101 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/awardtravel101

Richard is a major voice in the points and miles world and he’s here to answer my questions on navigating the P&amp;M world as a newbie, why Wells Fargo shouldn’t be ignored, and blazes through my not-so-rapid fire round of questions For bonus content: <a href="http://patreon.com/travelfanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patreon.com/travelfanboy</a> For more TFB: <a href="http://TravelFanboy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TravelFanboy.com</a> Join AwardTravel101 on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/awardtravel101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/awardtravel101</a>

TFB #25 - Richard Kerr from AwardTravel 101

In this episode, I talk about the Alaska Airlines credit card and status match perpetuity, and Joe from As the Joe Flies stops by to discuss traveling to Japan. Links and tabs and such:  The Alaska Airlines Credit card is pretty good Your tier status doesn't do much for comps in most cases AstheJoeFlies makes me really want to go to Japan More from Joe: Joe on Twitter Saverocity Observation Deck Podcast Disney Deciphered To support the show: Patreon.com/Travelfanboy

In this episode, I talk about the Alaska Airlines credit card and status match perpetuity, and Joe from As the Joe Flies stops by to discuss traveling to Japan. Links and tabs and such: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/alaska-airlines-credit-card-review" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Alaska Airlines Credit card</a> is pretty good Your tier status doesn't do much for comps in most cases <a href="https://saverocity.com/asthejoeflies/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AstheJoeFlies</a> makes me really want to go to Japan More from Joe: <a href="https://twitter.com/asthejoeflies" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joe on Twitter</a> <a href="https://saverocityobservationdeck.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Saverocity Observation Deck Podcast</a> <a href="https://disneydeciphered.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Disney Deciphered</a> To support the show: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TravelFanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/Travelfanboy</a>

Your Budget Guide to Japan with As the Joe Flies, The Alaska Airlines Credit Card, and Status Match and Comps

For this episode I want to look back on 2019, some of the highlights of things I’ve seen and learned and then look ahead to 2020 to help galvanize you and me to try something different and employ some strategies to make travelling more enjoyable and hopefully a little less expensive. Let’s go back and look at some of my favorites of this past year: Best hotel stay:  Aria  Gorgeous  Well appointed rooms, as one would expect I like the way the casino feels---it’s very open, fresh looking Maybe the most comfortable bed in Vegas Booked through Chase LHRC   Rate was just above $100 Priority check-in $100 f&amp;b credit---used at Carbone $30 breakfast credit    If you are interested in adding bank provided booking portals to your travel repertoire in 2020, start off right by checking out a recent post by BW on BougieMiles.com about the Mastercard Luxury Hotel and Resorts Portfolio. It’s underreported, but can be just as good if not better than FHR and LHRC. Ok everyone, let’s go over these booking portals one more time: Amex = Fine Hotels and Resorts Chase = Luxury Hotel and Resort Collection Mastercard = Luxury Hotel and Resorts Portfolio Are we having fun yet? We’ll get to this again a little later Best meal of 2019 Alinea  Pricey---$600 a couple and up A true food “experience” Over a half dozen courses A trip to the kitchen to see the show It’s a world renowned restaurant and while I like to promote budget conscious choices, it’s sometimes fun to splurge  Honorable mention: Carbone  Wonderful, delicious Italian Calm, pretty atmosphere I had great company on my visit Great Italian food is hard to beat Penne with vodka is a must  Best gambling experience: Craps at the Cal  A Vegas Vacation meet up Many of the gambling podcast community’s greatest were there  Me, of course YCBOT BunBoy 360 Vegas crew   Most importantly, great community members as well Dynamite session---I think I tripled up All this despite only 2x odds  Best points and miles learning: Status Match Galore  MilesTalk has a great rundown Being able to finagle the system in a way that one elite hotel status grants top tier status in a plethora of other networks Caesars Diamond and MLife Gold are great examples Make sure to use your $100 celebration dinner before Jan 31 Also match back to Wyndham in January as well  For 2020:  Do a credit card audit early in the year  Are you using all the benefits of your cards?  Annual fees are a “travel membership” you’re paying If you have $1200 in cc annual fees, you’re paying $100 a month for that membership Is it worth it?   Do you have benefits that overlap? Is it time to close a card?  Be aware of credit score considerations Are cheaper alternatives available?     I’ll likely dump the Amex Platinum this year  It’s pricey at $550 and I’ve gotten full value out of it in the past, is was always a stretch to do so I’m not confident my travels will justify it this year The two sexy perks for me are Centurion Lounge access and FHR I may be able to supplement that with a cheap Mastercard that allows for access to their luxury hotel program Also I need to recognize that while Centurion Lounges can be nice, I’m rarely impressed by them   I can also just try to show them my Twitter feed to get in---the standard “do you know who I am?” usually works      Cards I’m looking at for 2020:  Anything in the Capital One family Expanding transfer partners Good sign-on bonuses  Spark has 200k after considerable spend   Another Amex card to replace Platinum  Green seems fun but the perks aren’t a true “value” to me  Clear credit doesn’t cover full cost Neither will Away credit   Gold is a front runner with the grocery bonus category    Travels for 2020:  Louisville last weekend in Feb (had to reschedule) April 17 weekend - Biloxi  Fanboy Fanfare?  A collection of gamblers and podcasters convening on the Mississippi coast    Links: Bougie Miles MasterCard Portal  MilesTalk Status Match 

For this episode I want to look back on 2019, some of the highlights of things I’ve seen and learned and then look ahead to 2020 to help galvanize you and me to try something different and employ some strategies to make travelling more enjoyable and hopefully a little less expensive. Let’s go back and look at some of my favorites of this past year: Best hotel stay:  Aria <ul> <li>Gorgeous </li> <li>Well appointed rooms, as one would expect</li> <li>I like the way the casino feels---it’s very open, fresh looking</li> <li>Maybe the most comfortable bed in Vegas</li> <li>Booked through Chase LHRC  <ul> <li>Rate was just above $100</li> <li>Priority check-in</li> <li>$100 f&amp;b credit---used at Carbone</li> <li>$30 breakfast credit</li> </ul> </li> </ul> If you are interested in adding bank provided booking portals to your travel repertoire in 2020, start off right by checking out a recent post by BW on <a href="http://BougieMiles.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BougieMiles.com</a> about the Mastercard Luxury Hotel and Resorts Portfolio. It’s underreported, but can be just as good if not better than FHR and LHRC. Ok everyone, let’s go over these booking portals one more time: Amex = Fine Hotels and Resorts Chase = Luxury Hotel and Resort Collection Mastercard = Luxury Hotel and Resorts Portfolio Are we having fun yet? We’ll get to this again a little later Best meal of 2019 Alinea <ul> <li>Pricey---$600 a couple and up</li> <li>A true food “experience”</li> <li>Over a half dozen courses</li> <li>A trip to the kitchen to see the show</li> <li>It’s a world renowned restaurant and while I like to promote budget conscious choices, it’s sometimes fun to splurge</li> </ul> Honorable mention: Carbone <ul> <li>Wonderful, delicious Italian</li> <li>Calm, pretty atmosphere</li> <li>I had great company on my visit</li> <li>Great Italian food is hard to beat</li> <li>Penne with vodka is a must</li> </ul> Best gambling experience: Craps at the Cal <ul> <li>A Vegas Vacation meet up</li> <li>Many of the gambling podcast community’s greatest were there <ul> <li>Me, of course</li> <li>YCBOT</li> <li>BunBoy</li> <li>360 Vegas crew</li> </ul> </li> <li>Most importantly, great community members as well</li> <li>Dynamite session---I think I tripled up</li> <li>All this despite only 2x odds</li> </ul> Best points and miles learning: Status Match Galore <ul> <li>MilesTalk has a great rundown</li> <li>Being able to finagle the system in a way that one elite hotel status grants top tier status in a plethora of other networks</li> <li>Caesars Diamond and MLife Gold are great examples</li> <li>Make sure to use your $100 celebration dinner before Jan 31</li> <li>Also match back to Wyndham in January as well</li> </ul> For 2020: <ul> <li>Do a credit card audit early in the year <ul> <li>Are you using all the benefits of your cards? <ul> <li>Annual fees are a “travel membership” you’re paying</li> <li>If you have $1200 in cc annual fees, you’re paying $100 a month for that membership</li> <li>Is it worth it?</li> </ul> </li> <li>Do you have benefits that overlap?</li> <li>Is it time to close a card? <ul> <li>Be aware of credit score considerations</li> <li>Are cheaper alternatives available?</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </li> <li>I’ll likely dump the Amex Platinum this year <ul> <li>It’s pricey at $550 and I’ve gotten full value out of it in the past, is was always a stretch to do so</li> <li>I’m not confident my travels will justify it this year</li> <li>The two sexy perks for me are Centurion Lounge access and FHR</li> <li>I may be able to supplement that with a cheap Mastercard that allows for access to their luxury hotel program</li> <li>Also I need to recognize that while Centurion Lounges can be nice, I’m rarely impressed by them  <ul> <li>I can also just try to show them my Twitter feed to get in---the standard “do you know who I am?” usually works</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> Cards I’m looking at for 2020: <ul> <li>Anything in the Capital One family</li> <li>Expanding transfer partners</li> <li>Good sign-on bonuses <ul> <li>Spark has 200k after considerable spend</li> </ul> </li> <li>Another Amex card to replace Platinum <ul> <li>Green seems fun but the perks aren’t a true “value” to me <ul> <li>Clear credit doesn’t cover full cost</li> <li>Neither will Away credit</li> </ul> </li> <li>Gold is a front runner with the grocery bonus category</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Travels for 2020: <ul> <li>Louisville last weekend in Feb (had to reschedule)</li> <li>April 17 weekend - Biloxi <ul> <li>Fanboy Fanfare? </li> <li>A collection of gamblers and podcasters convening on the Mississippi coast</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Links: <a href="https://bougiemiles.com/best-world-elite-mastercard-benefit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bougie Miles MasterCard Portal</a> <a href="https://milestalk.com/the-status-match-merry-go-round-explained-using-both-hotel-and-casino-status-match-opportunities-year-after-year/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> MilesTalk Status Match </a>

The best of 2019 and TFB in 2020

Bethany Walsh

On this episode I’m joined by Bethany Walsh, the creator of the site Bougie Miles. She gives us three tips on how to be a bougie traveler on a budget and, of course, we talk a little Vegas. Bethany likes to focus on flights for a bougie trip because hotel status can be fairly easy to obtain. She details tools she uses to search for flights, why using the portal is undervalued, and how she gets a great deal on Aria's Sky Suites. Be sure to check out her site, BougieMiles.com Notes and such:  TFBourbon trip to Louisville is Nov 8 and 9. Let TFB know if you'd liked to join in any of the festivities. TFB will be at the Chicago seminars October 18-20 Thanks to Jim for joining the patreon.com/travelfanboy bunker! 

On this episode I’m joined by Bethany Walsh, the creator of the site Bougie Miles. She gives us three tips on how to be a bougie traveler on a budget and, of course, we talk a little Vegas. Bethany likes to focus on flights for a bougie trip because hotel status can be fairly easy to obtain. She details tools she uses to search for flights, why using the portal is undervalued, and how she gets a great deal on Aria's Sky Suites. Be sure to check out her site, <a href="https://bougiemiles.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BougieMiles.com</a> Notes and such: <ul> <li>TFBourbon trip to Louisville is Nov 8 and 9. Let TFB know if you'd liked to join in any of the festivities.</li> <li>TFB will be at the Chicago seminars October 18-20</li> <li>Thanks to Jim for joining the <a href="http://patreon.com/travelfanboy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patreon.com/travelfanboy</a> bunker!</li> </ul>

Bougie on a Budget with Bethany Walsh

In this star-studded episode, I'm joined by Chris from the Faces and Aces Podcast to talk about, of all things, wait...LA? Chris is an LA native and provides us with some fun and unique things to do on a visit in this traffic stricken town. I also discuss the upcoming Zorkfest 2018 and 360 Vegas Vacation events that I'll be attending. Zorkfest 2018 Conference Tickets: Registration Use code zorkfanboy for $10 off your tickets! 360 Vegas Vacation: Itinerary

In this star-studded episode, I'm joined by Chris from the <a href="http://www.facesandaceslv.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Faces and Aces Podcast</a> to talk about, of all things, wait...LA? Chris is an LA native and provides us with some fun and unique things to do on a visit in this traffic stricken town. I also discuss the upcoming Zorkfest 2018 and 360 Vegas Vacation events that I'll be attending. Zorkfest 2018 Conference Tickets: <a href="https://travelzork.com/zorkfest-2018/#registernow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Registration</a> Use code zorkfanboy for $10 off your tickets! 360 Vegas Vacation: <a href="http://www.360vegaspodcast.com/p/360.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Itinerary</a>

TFB #4 - Los Angeles Budget Guide

In this episode, I give a little hint on getting a higher tier status with Caesars and I chat with Han about his ME3 experience. Caesars Status Use a co-branded card or Amex Platinum, which grants automatic status with one hotel program, match to Wyndham, match to Caesars. Wyndham is meh, but Caesars status can provide some good value. Comps not based on tier status, but on play. Platinum - Free parking, complimentary Atlantis stay Diamond - Above plus no resort fees, guaranteed rooms, etc For more:  FrequentMiler Travelfanboy.com is currently down, but I'll make sure to announce via social media when it's back online. Safe travels, be good to each other!

In this episode, I give a little hint on getting a higher tier status with Caesars and I chat with Han about his ME3 experience. Caesars Status Use a co-branded card or Amex Platinum, which grants automatic status with one hotel program, match to Wyndham, match to Caesars. Wyndham is meh, but Caesars status can provide some good value. Comps not based on tier status, but on play. Platinum - Free parking, complimentary Atlantis stay Diamond - Above plus no resort fees, guaranteed rooms, etc For more: <a href="https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/wyndham-rewards-now-offering-status-match-up-to-diamond-status/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> FrequentMiler</a> <a href="http://Travelfanboy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Travelfanboy.com</a> is currently down, but I'll make sure to announce via social media when it's back online. Safe travels, be good to each other!

TFB #22 - Easy Caesars Status and Han in the ME3

In this episode of the soon to be award winning podcast, I chat with Dave from Miles Talk about his experience at Atlantis, which he booked through Caesars. The free Atlantis stay that is granted through having Platinum or Diamond status with Caesars Rewards is a benefit that is often promoted as valuable across the points and miles blogosphere. Yet, until I saw Dave's detailed article, I had never heard of anyone actually taking advantage of it. In our discussion, Dave helps establish expectations for those considering taking the journey down to Atlantis on Caesars' dime. We cover room options, resort fees, food options, the casino experience, and more. To read and see more about Dave's trip, here is the post that inspired the episode:  Free Atlantis Stay via Total Rewards Diamond: What to Expect with Room Fees, Food Costs, and More﻿ For more from TFB, check out TravelFanboy.com

In this episode of the soon to be award winning podcast, I chat with Dave from <a href="https://milestalk.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Miles Talk</a> about his experience at Atlantis, which he booked through Caesars. The free Atlantis stay that is granted through having Platinum or Diamond status with Caesars Rewards is a benefit that is often promoted as valuable across the points and miles blogosphere. Yet, until I saw Dave's detailed article, I had never heard of anyone actually taking advantage of it. In our discussion, Dave helps establish expectations for those considering taking the journey down to Atlantis on Caesars' dime. We cover room options, resort fees, food options, the casino experience, and more. To read and see more about Dave's trip, here is the post that inspired the episode: <a href="https://milestalk.com/free-atlantis-stay-via-caesars-total-rewards-diamond-what-to-expect-food-costs-fees/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Free Atlantis Stay via Total Rewards Diamond: What to Expect with Room Fees, Food Costs, and More</a>﻿ For more from TFB, check out <a href="https://travelfanboy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TravelFanboy.com</a>

TFB #23 - Is the "Free" Atlantis Stay via Caesars Worth It?

Milenomics is about helping you becoming strategic with your earning and burning of points and miles. Sam and Robert help readers and listeners establish a practical approach to this fun and valuable hobby. Their goal is to help you have the trip you want at an affordable price by crafting your own best fit solution to travel plans. Check out their site and podcast at Milenomics.com

Milenomics is about helping you becoming strategic with your earning and burning of points and miles. Sam and Robert help readers and listeners establish a practical approach to this fun and valuable hobby. Their goal is to help you have the trip you want at an affordable price by crafting your own best fit solution to travel plans. Check out their site and podcast at <a href="http://milenomics.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Milenomics.com</a>

TFB #19 - Being Your Own Elite with the Milenomics Team

In this episode, I talk about some rebooking changed flights and some luxury hotel perks that may be available through some of your credit cards. Amex's Fine Hotels and Resorts and Chase's Luxury Hotel and Resort Collection are similar programs accessed as a perk through specific cards. They both offer a great value for single night stays midweek. I use my own research and  this great post from Frequent Miler to help guide you through some of the programs' finer points and suggest a couple properties worth checking out on the cheap. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, I talk about some rebooking changed flights and some luxury hotel perks that may be available through some of your credit cards. Amex's Fine Hotels and Resorts and Chase's Luxury Hotel and Resort Collection are similar programs accessed as a perk through specific cards. They both offer a great value for single night stays midweek. I use my own research and <a href="https://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/chase-luxury-hotel-resort-collection-vs-amex-fine-hotels-resorts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> this great post from Frequent Miler</a> to help guide you through some of the programs' finer points and suggest a couple properties worth checking out on the cheap. Thanks for listening!

Opulence on a Budget: Fine Hotels and Luxury Resorts

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