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The Great Indian Points and Miles ShowBurn or Earn? The 2025 Credit Card Strategy Every Indian Traveler Must Know!đŹđł Planning your big international getaway in 2025 or early 2026? If you're scratching your head about whether to burn those precious points or keep stacking them at eye-popping 18-40% returns, you're not alone!In this episode of The Great Indian Points and Miles Show, we bring four real-world experts whoâve been there, done that, and now spill their best secrets on how to squeeze maximum value from your credit cards. From round-the-world trips booked entirely on points to the smartest mixed redemption opportunties, we've got your back for smarter travel in 2025.Meet Y...2025-07-181h 04
OWITH.ai - Only What's Important to Hear around AI and TechInsights and Updates: AI and Tech News from OWITH.ai PodcastGood morning from OWITH.ai: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in AI and tech world.Steven Adler, a former OpenAI safety researcher, recently participated in a simulation organized by the AI Futures Project. The simulation aimed to explore the potential consequences of superintelligent AI systems emerging in the next few years. It highlighted power struggles between AI systems, emphasizing the need for monitoring AI communication channels and implementing control mechanisms. Despite skepticism surrounding AI advancements, simulations like these aim to help people understand the challenges of a future with superintelligent AI.Sorenson Capital, a venture...2025-06-2702 minThe Great Indian Points and Miles ShowFly to Singapore, Vietnam & Dubai Using Credit Card Points | Real Redemption Stories from India âď¸đłWhat happens when an Indian traveller goes from budget hostels in Vietnam to scoring lounges in Singapore - all powered by credit card points?In this episode of The Great Indian Points & Miles Show, Aadil, Dhimant and Ameya chat with Srijan about real-world travel using rewards from credit cards from the India ecosystem. They dive into:đ¸đŹ Singapore:â
Why itâs the perfect playground for first-time redemptionsâ
How to enjoy hawker centre food, luxury lounges, and free flightsâ
Tips for flying from Indian metros to Changi without cash burnđťđł Vietnam:â
Why Vietnam is a budget-friendly, high-reward destinationâ
Flight re...2025-06-241h 55
Miles & Points Daily Podcastâď¸ 200% Bilt Transfer Bonus, Etihad Biz Class Wide Open & Hotel Tipping ChangesToday's episode covers a massive upcoming Bilt points transfer bonus to Accor offering up to 200% extra points on June 1st. We explore extensive Etihad Airways business class award availability to India, Middle East, and Maldives for 70K AA miles each way. The show discusses a new trend of hotels implementing tipping prompts at front desks. Finally, we highlight the Citi AAdvantage Executive card's best-ever welcome bonus offer.
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Hotel Analyst PodcastHotelAnalystPodcast17April2025Trumpâs tariffs - and the threat of tariffs - are already causing international havoc. What will be the impact on the hotel sector, and on international travel? Banks are back lending, with more finance available for hotel investors. And Accor signs a new partnership in India, as it looks to exploit the countryâs booming hotel and travel marketplace.2025-04-1726 min
Business Travel 360What's Up in Business Travel | Airfares Fall Over 5%Send us a textWelcome to Whatâs Up in Business Travel for Week 14 of 2025. This is a weekly podcast where we update you on whatâs up this week in the world of business travel. This podcast is great for those who need to know whatâs happening all in under 15 minutes.Topics covered during this podcast -Airfares Fall Over 5%Delta leads in On-Time performanceTariff whiplash favors travel stocksReal ID deadline approachesDelta lowers expectations for 2025Virgin Australia refunds 61,000 over flubForeign visits into the US declineRegional Airlines Republic & Mesa mergeIndiGo & Accor link loy...2025-04-1415 min
5-Star Weekly Briefing5 Star Weekly Briefing â Week Ending 11th April 2025This weekâs Five-Star Weekly Briefing highlights current trends, investments, and developments in the hotel sector . This week, the spotlight is on hotel openings and developments across Australasia, with Hotel Indigo launching in Auckland, Veriu announcing a new Punthill in Epping, and The George Glenelg opening its doors in South Australia. 1 Hotel Melbourne is set to debut in June 2025 with a focus on sustainable luxury, while Queenstownâs Nugget Point is being transformed into Coronet Ridge Resort. Plantation Island Resort in Fiji also announced a major upgrade. Radisson celebrates a major milestone with over 200 hotels in India. On the tren...2025-04-1111 min
T.A.L.K. with Kunal VasudevaNew Ep I What They Don't Tell You About Hotels I Jaideep Dang I JLL I Kunal Vasudeva I T.A.L.KMarriott, Hilton, Hyatt, Accor. You see the brand, but who really owns the hotel?In this episode of Talk with Kunal Vasudeva, we decode the business of hospitality with Jaideep Dang, MD, JLL Hotels & Hospitality India.From land costs and broken return models to why India has too few hotel rooms, and whatâs holding back Indian brands from going global.This isnât surface-level talk. This is hospitalityâs deal table, exposed.As part of Sommet Education, the Indian School of Hospitality (ISH) stands as India's premier institute for ho...2025-04-101h 07The Great Indian Points and Miles ShowCredit Card Power Moves for 2025: Best Cards for Free Flights, Hotel Stays & Dining Hacks! đł âď¸2025 is here, and it's time to turbocharge your credit card strategy! In this exclusive episode of The Great Indian Points and Miles Show, join Aadil and India's leading credit card expertsâSantosh, Sudeep, Ameya, and Dhimantâas they break down exactly how to maximize your credit cards for unmatched rewards, travel hacks, and lifestyle upgrades.What you'll learn in this episode:â
Must-have credit cards for flights, hotels, shopping, fuel, and dining in 2025â
How to smartly stack credit cards to multiply rewards effortlesslyâ
Insider hacks for optimizing your credit card spend...2025-03-211h 57The Great Indian Points and Miles ShowItaly on Points & Miles! Insider Tips, Best Redemptions & Worst Mistakes! âď¸Ever dreamed of an unforgettable Italian getaway without burning a hole in your wallet? In this episode of The Great Indian Points & Miles Show, we break downhow to fly to Italy using points & miles, the best & worst redemptions, insane foodie spots, and why some travel hacks are pure gold.Show notes:â https://bit.ly/ep7-shownotes-pointsmilesâ  đŻWhat Youâll Learn in This Episode:â
Best Routes to Italy from IndiaâDirect flights vs. stopovers (and which makes sense for you)â
Flying Blue Redemption: Was It Worth It? (Or did we s...2025-02-121h 34
Skift Daily Travel BriefingAccor's Mass-Market Push, India's Struggles and RedNote's BoomAccor is expanding its portfolio of economy hotels in the Middle East as the region shifts toward mass-market tourism, with a particular focus on Saudi Arabia. In India, while domestic and outbound tourism have grown, inbound tourism remains weak due to visa difficulties and reduced government funding for global tourism promotion. Meanwhile, the Chinese social media platform RedNote has surged in popularity among American travelers, offering a new hub for travel inspiration amid uncertainty over TikTokâs future.
Accor has big plans to expand its portfolio of economy hotels in the Middle East
Why India canât attract more...2025-01-2303 minSkift Daily Travel BriefingTravel in 2025, Accor and Luxury, and Casago-Vacasa DealThe travel industry is poised for growth in 2025, with Skift Research predicting a 9% increase in global travel spending, led by a 14% surge in India. However, challenges such as rising labor costs and slow economic growth in Europe and China could temper progress. Meanwhile, Accor is expanding its luxury offerings, including launching the ultra-luxury Orient Express brand, and Casago's acquisition of Vacasa signals shifts in the vacation rental market, with plans to sell local operations and establish franchise agreements.
Hereâs Skiftâs Global Travel Outlook 2025
Accor is beefing up its luxury portfolioÂ
More details about vacation rental management compa...2025-01-0303 minThe Great Indian Points and Miles ShowThe Accor Points Playbook â Turn Every Stay into a 5-Star Experience Without Breaking the Bank!đ The Great Indian Points & Miles Show is back, and this week we're diving deep into Accor Live Limitless (ALL)âthe loyalty program that promises more value for your points and miles. If luxury stays and clever hacks excite you, this episode is for you.
Hereâs whatâs waiting for you:
⨠Earning Power Moves: Learn insider tips to supercharge your Accor points with unbeatable promotions and regional membership perks.
đł Credit Card Secrets: Discover the best cards in India and globally to stack your points game.
đ Smart Redemptions: Real-life stories of dream...2024-12-221h 29Skift Daily Travel BriefingAccorâs Ambitions, G Adventuresâ New Brand and Moroccoâs World Cup PrepEpisode NotesAccor CEO Sebastien Bazin said the Paris-based hotel group has 47 brands in its portfolio. And the company has plans to add more, writes Middle East Reporter Josh Corder.Bazin said at the Future Hospitality Summit in Dubai that Accor doesnât have too many brands. He noted in the era of technology, customers have enough resources to discover them all. Bazin also said itâs important that no two brands are the same and that all of them are relevant.As for global growth, Bazin thinks China and India will be the l...2024-10-0403 min
Future Hospitality Summit PodcastEpisode 79: Duncan OâRourke, Chief Executive Officer, Middle East, Africa & Asia Pacific - Premium, Midscale & Economy, AccorIn this episode of the FHS Podcast, Jonathan Worsley, Chairman & CEO of The Bench, sits down with Duncan OâRourke, CEO of Accor for the Middle East, Africa & Asia Pacific. Duncan shares insights into his journey in hospitality, the strong post-pandemic performance of Accor, and the growth prospects in key markets like Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and India. He discusses Accorâs strategy of balancing profit, people, and planet, emphasising sustainable initiatives like organic farming and community support. Duncan also highlights Accorâs focus on talent development, the importance of fostering a multicultural workforce, and the critical role of traini...2024-09-2729 minFuture Hospitality Summit PodcastEpisode 79: Duncan OâRourke, Chief Executive Officer, Middle East, Africa & Asia Pacific - Premium, Midscale & Economy, AccorIn this episode of the FHS Podcast, Jonathan Worsley, Chairman & CEO of The Bench, sits down with Duncan OâRourke, CEO of Accor for the Middle East, Africa & Asia Pacific. Duncan shares insights into his journey in hospitality, the strong post-pandemic performance of Accor, and the growth prospects in key markets like Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and India. He discusses Accorâs strategy of balancing profit, people, and planet, emphasising sustainable initiatives like organic farming and community support. Duncan also highlights Accorâs focus on talent development, the importance of fostering a multicultural workforce, and the critical role of traini...2024-09-2729 minSkift Daily Travel BriefingDisney's Ambitions, Indiaâs Boom and Timeshares' RetreatEpisode NotesDisney has unveiled expansion plans for its parks, cruise line and digital platforms, writes Travel Experiences Reporter Jesse Chase-Lubitz. Disney announced it will debut four new cruise ships between 2027 and 2031, an expansion that will increase its cruise line fleet to 13 ships. Meanwhile, the Disneyland Resort in California will feature a water-based Avatar attraction and Disneyâs Animal Kingdom in Florida will be home to Indiana Jones and Encanto-themed attractions.  In addition, Disney is working with Epic Games to incorporate its characters into digital environments linked to the popular online game Fortnite. N...2024-08-1304 min
Breakfast Bites - the FIJI & PACIFIC SPORTS NEWS Podcast - a TEIVOVO Digital Podcast12-06-2024 Breakfast Bites FIJI & PACIFIC SPORTS NEWS Podcast S09E66 #TeivovoSports #TeivovoDigitalKia ora, Talofa, Maâlelei, Bula, Aloha and Welcome to Season 09 Episode 66 of Breakfast Bites, by TEIVOVOdigital.com â a wrap of Pasifika peopleâs sports news, on a sunny and bright Wednesday morning 12 June 2024. Coming to you with tons of hanisi from the 180th meridian, in the middle of the blue continent.In rugby union: So why do we tip the Brumbies to bamboozle the Blues at Eden Park in their Super Rugby Pacific semifinal on Friday night?Because, of all the Aussie franchises, the boys from Canberra can â they have the grit, guts and grunt in...2024-06-1105 min
Skift India Travel PodcastIPO Season is Here in India!If you thought the IPL season in India was big, just wait until you hear about the IPO season. Following TBO Tekâs debut on the Indian stock exchange last month, online travel company Ixigo listed on the Indian bourses this week. Join Skiftâs Peden Doma Bhutia and Bulbul Dhawan as they discuss the market sentiment towards travel IPOs. Also, discover why Air Indiaâs CEO stated that the airlineâs investment in new aircraft will depend on the governmentâs policies on bilateral agreements and seat capacity grants, and why Accorâs CEO finds opening a hotel in India to...2024-06-1137 min
Business Travel 360What's Up in Business Travel | Forecasters Cut Outlook for Hotel DemandSend us a textWelcome to Whatâs Up in Business Travel for Week 23 of 2024. This is a weekly podcast from BusinessTravel360, where we update you on whatâs up this week in the world of business travel. This podcast is great for those who need to know whatâs happening all in under 15 minutes.Topics covered during this podcast -US Employers add 272,000 jobs in MayForecasters cut outlook for hotel demandSlow growth reported in US Business TravelFlight attendant union rejects American AirlinesAmerican Airlines looks to reward travel agenciesFiji Airways joins OneworldJyrney to partne...2024-06-1013 min