Description

In this episode Angie and Joe discuss strategies for leveraging their elite status across different loyalty programs. They share tips on how to maximize benefits by matching status from one program to another and how to navigate the process effectively. They also provide insights into their personal experiences, discussing the value of elite status in travel, hotels, and casinos. 

Links to news and offers

• Marriott Online Transfer tool
• Citi AA Personal Card
• ANA cuts fuel surcharges by 40%-(Angie not familiar with ANA, Joe?)
• Wyndham Vacation Rental Condos in the US Bookable for Just 7,500 Points Per Night
• 25% Transfer Bonus from Chase Ultimate Rewards to Air France/KLM Flying Blue and 30% Transfer Bonus When Transferring American Express Membership Rewards to Hilton Honors through May 15
• Joe's Atlantic City status match "merry-go-round" 

Where to Find Us

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2. To book time with our team, check out Award Travel 1-on-1.
3. You can also email us at 101@award.travel
4. Buy your Award Travel 101 Merch here
5. Reserve tickets to our Spring 2026 Meetup in Phoenix now. award.travel/phx2026

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