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1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 62: Minimizing your Chances of Being Qatar'edBeing Qatar'ed is never fun. What does it even mean? And what do you do when it happens to you? Tune in to learn more.
2024-08-1306 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 61: Spirit Overhaul, "Junk Fee" Rule Blocked, Venice Bans Large GroupsSpirit Airlines is transforming its low-cost business model to stay alive, a US Court Blocks the current administration's "junk fee" rule, and group tours will no longer be allowed in Venice.
2024-08-0506 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 60: Best Time to Upgrade your FlightIn this episode, we discuss when the best time is to upgrade your flight.
2024-08-0305 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 59: Southwest Updates, Airbus Outsells Boeing, Hydrogen Fuel Test Flight PlannedSouthwest Airlines in the US is making major updates to its operations. From the Farnborough Air Show 2024, Airbus Outsells Boeing and KLM announces a hydrogen fuel cell test flight planned in 2026.
2024-08-0206 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 58: My Baggage Delay StoryI had an experience recently where the airline held up my luggage at a connecting airport. Here's how I dealt with it, and the steps you should follow in the unlikely event this happens to you.
2024-07-2906 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 57: Refreshed Premium Cabins from Qatar Airways, Korean Air, and JetBlueThis episode is dedicated to updates from multiple airlines who have announced new and/or refreshed premium cabin products.
2024-07-2807 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 56: Counteracting Checked Bag FeesChecked bag fees are going up across the board. In this episode, we share a few ways you can decrease or even eliminate these fees.
2024-07-2404 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 55: Basic Business, New Riyadh Air Partnership, Earn FlyingBlue Miles on UberA major US carrier is launching a basic business fare, that same airline is partnering with startup airline Riyadh Air, and Uber and FlyingBlue have launched a partnership in both France and the Netherlands.
2024-07-2305 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 54: How I PROFITED from an Airline TicketI share a story in this episode where I'm able to profit off of buying a ticket. I share this story to highlight how important it is to have a comprehensive travel strategy rather than relying on hacks. Tune in to listen!
2024-07-1805 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 53: RevPoints, ITA/Lufthansa Update, No More 100ml Rule?A debit card launches an exciting new travel rewards program, Lufthansa's bid to acquire 41% of ITA has been given the green light by regulators, and UK airports plan to scrap the 100ml rule soon.
2024-07-1106 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 52: Using Award Search ToolsLooking for travel award availability can be exhausting. Here are some tools that can help make the process more efficient.
2024-07-0805 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 51: JetBlue Mint Issues, Bad News for Airbus, Fiji Airways Adopts AAdvantageJetBlue's beloved Mint product is experiencing an unfortunate setback, Airbus misses its production targets, and Fiji Airways adopts American Airlines' AAdvantage as its loyalty program.
2024-06-3006 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 50: Earning Rewards with Short-Term RentalsShort-Term Rental sites like Airbnb and Vrbo don't have their own rewards programs. That doesn't mean you can't earn rewards on other programs on your stays.
2024-06-2805 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 49: Embraer Upgrades, JetBlue Updates Policy, Rentals BanEmbraer is announcing upgrades to its existing aircraft, JetBlue updates its most restrictive policy, and a major tourist destination plans to ban short-term vacation rentals.
2024-06-2405 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 48: The BEST Site to Find the Cheapest FlightsA question that's often asked is, which site can I go to for the best flight deals? We answer that in this episode.
2024-06-2305 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 47: New oneworld Airline, RiyadhAir Partnerships, Project Sunrise UpdateA new partner in the oneworld alliance has been announced, startup airline RiyadhAir has announced two strategic partners in preparation for its launch, and an exciting update on Qantas' ambitious Project Sunrise.
2024-06-1706 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 46: The Most Reliable Way to Save Money on TravelIt's no secret that post-pandemic, travel has gotten increasingly expensive. In this episode, we cover the ONE method that is most reliable in cutting your travel expenses.
2024-06-1405 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 45: New FlyingBlue Partner, Delta/Starbucks Partnership Update, New Lufthansa RoutesFlyingBlue partners with a surprising new airline, Delta and Starbucks have updated their partnership, Lufthansa launches 3 new long-haul routes to the US in a week.
2024-06-1005 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 44: Travel Credit Cards for Non-AmericansPeople think the ability to open travel credit cards and play the points game is reserved for Americans. They could not be further from the truth. In this video, we talk about people from different countries that we've helped, as well as some other countries.
2024-06-0704 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 43: A321XLR Update, AAdvantage Changes Cancelled, Emirates/Avianca PartnershipThe long-awaited Airbus A321XLR is inching closer to its entry into service, American backtracks on changes to its AAdvantage Program, Emirates and Avianca announce a new partnership.
2024-06-0305 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 42: Is Status Worth It?A lot of people chase airline and hotel status. In this video, we'll dive into whether it's really worth it.
2024-05-3104 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 41: New FAA Investigations, Deadly Turbulence, Potential JetBlue PartnershipThe FAA is being asked to conduct a new round of investigations on commercial airliners, a Singapore Airlines flight hits turbulence that results in death, and JetBlue is looking to potentially partner with another airline.
2024-05-2706 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 40: Ways to Book Discounted Premium CabinsA common question is how people can access premium cabins without paying full price. We address the different ways in this episode.
2024-05-2406 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 39: FAA Reauthorization Bill, Airport Name Change, COMAC ExpansionThe FAA Reauthorization Bill was signed into law in the United States, a major US airport undergoes a controversial name change, and COMAC expands its production facilities.
2024-05-2007 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 38: What's the Deal with Avios?In this episode, we will discuss the advantages of earning and redeeming the Avios travel currency.
2024-05-1705 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 37: Citi Strata Premier, California Junk Fee Ban, JetBlue/Etihad Partnership ExpansionCiti in the US is launching a new card, California will soon force lodging establishments to be more transparent with fees, and JetBlue and Etihad deepen their partnership.
2024-05-1305 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 36: Why does First Class Make People Angry?A new study shows the presence of a first class cabin on a flight increases the chances of rage on a flight. Tune into learn why, and why this anger is misplaced.
2024-05-1006 min
Label Free: ”To live your best life, live label free.”Mastering the Art of Luxury Travel on a Beer Budget with Rohith AmruthurIn this episode of the Label Free Podcast, host Deanna Radulescu interviews Rohith Amruthur, the founder of the 1% Travel Club. Rohith shares his passion for travel and his mission to make unforgettable travel experiences accessible to everyone. He discusses his childhood fascination with travel and how he learned to maximize travel experiences on a budget through points and miles.
Rohith explains how he was able to travel for two months in Europe on just $2,000 by utilizing creative strategies like using vouchers, finding cheaper flight routes, and avoiding unnecessary fees. He emphasizes the importance of having a travel strategy...
2024-05-0826 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 35: Second Boeing Whistleblower Dead, New WestJet Routes, Avianca Upgrades Business ClassA second whistleblower related to the Boeing 737 MAX has suddenly died, WestJet launches a record 15 new routes to Europe and Asia, and Avianca upgrades business class on its long-haul and regional flights.
2024-05-0606 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 34: Playing the (Ultra) Low-Cost Carrier GameWe're going to pivot here, and instead of talking about luxury travel, we're going to talk about how to play the game with (ultra) low-cost-carriers. Because, no matter how fancy we think we are, there will be that one time where one of these airlines just works out better.
2024-05-0306 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 33: New USDOT Refund Rule, Venice Tourism Tax, AA Delays AAdvantage ChangesThe US Department of Transportation (USDOT) has created a new mandate that significantly improves passenger rights when traveling, Venice is the newest destination to impose a tourism tax, and American Airlines is delaying changes to its AAdvantage program.
2024-04-2906 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 32: Managing your Finances AbroadDealing with money matters abroad while traveling can be a bit tricky. Tune into learn how to create a system to best optimize them.
2024-04-2607 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 31: Fresh Boeing Accusations, Lufthansa Allegris Debut, United Returns to Pre-Pandemic Polaris ServiceBoeing whistleblowers sound alarms on Boeing 777 and 787 aircraft, Lufthansa will debut its long-awaited Allegris product, and United will bring back Multi-Course Meals to its Polaris business class service.
2024-04-2208 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 30: Are your Travel Rewards are Money?In this episode, we will address a misunderstood topic in the Pointsphere - are your travel rewards REALLY money?
2024-04-1907 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 29: Breeze Airways Breezy Rewards and Credit Card, KrisFlyer Discontinues Round-The-World Award Tickets, SAS Star Alliance Exit Date FinalizedUS low-cost carrier Breeze Airways launched a co-branded credit card and revamped its frequent flyer program, Singapore Airlines ends its around the world award tickets, and SAS's exit date from Star Alliance has been finalized.
2024-04-1506 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 28: How are Credit Scores Calculated?Credit cards are a great way to create champagne travel experiences on a beer budget. However, credit can be a tricky subject, and you might not always understand how it works. Here, we discuss the general main factors when it comes to determining your creditworthiness, so you can optimize it to get the travel credit cards you want.
2024-04-1207 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 27: Global Entry Updates, JetBlue Bag Fees, Air India Revamps Loyalty ProgramThe United States' most privileged Trusted Traveler Program has a couple of very important updates, JetBlue switches to dynamic pricing for checked bags, and Air India revamps its frequent flyer program, Flying Returns.
2024-04-0807 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 26: How Many Credit Cards do you ACTUALLY need to Play the Points Game?Do you actually need dozens of credit cards to successfully play the points game? Tune into this episode to find out, as well as learn the amount of credit card the host has in his wallet!
2024-04-0507 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 25: Boeing Leadership Change, Delta Amex Bonus Restrictions, Chase Lounge Access UpdateBoeing has had a major leadership shakeup, Amex adds another sign-up bonus restriction to its portfolio of Delta cards, and Chase removes a valuable perk on its higher-tier cards.
2024-04-0106 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 24: Valuing your Travel Reward RedemptionsHow do you know if you should pay using cash or travel rewards? How do you know if it's a good deal? We'll cover all of that in this episode.
2024-03-2907 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 23: American Airlines Wi-Fi Updates, Southwest Acquisition Rumors, QSuites 2.0American Airlines is rolling out major changes to its inflight Wi-Fi offerings, rumors are circling that Southwest Airlines may possibly be eyeing an acquisition, and Qatar Airways is announcing a refresh to their already wildly popular QSuites.
2024-03-2506 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 22: How Business Owners can Decrease Overhead with Credit Card RewardsDid you know there are some ways that business owners can significantly cut their overhead with credit card rewards? Tune in to learn more!
2024-03-2206 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 21: Boeing Whistleblower Dead, British Airways' Massive Investment, Potential JetBlue LoungesA former Boeing employee who spoke out about the company's practices was found dead under mysterious circumstances, British Airways announces a £7B investment in transforming the airline, and JetBlue lounges could be coming to New York and Boston.
2024-03-1806 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 20: Airline Alliances and Codeshare AgreementsWhat are airline alliances and codeshare agreement, and how can they help you create unforgettable travel experiences while saving $1000s? Tune in to find out!
2024-03-1507 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 19: JetBlue/Spirit Merger Abandoned, Wells Fargo Autograph Journey, TSA Self-ScreeningJetBlue and Spirit have abandoned their plans for a merger, Wells Fargo joins the Flexible Rewards Travel Credit Card space, and the TSA is rolling out a self-screening feature at airports.
2024-03-1105 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 18: Earning Travel Rewards WITHOUT Credit CardsWhen people think of travel rewards, the first thing that comes to mind is often credit cards. However, you don't need credit cards to earn travel rewards. Tune in to learn the other ways.
2024-03-0807 min
Heard You Like It RawRaw Truths of Jet-Set Wisdom with Rohith AmruthurJoin Nicolina in this captivating episode as she sits down with Rohith Amruthur, the innovative Founder & CEO of the 1% Travel Club. Discover insider tips on how to travel affordably while living the executive lifestyle, and delve into Rohith's profound insights on mental health and its impact on our energy.
New episodes every Wednesday.
For comments or questions, message us on Instagram @heardyoulikeitraw
music: TINK
2024-03-0643 min
Everyday Elevations With Jason FrickaTravel Smarter, Not Harder: Insider Tips for Budget-Friendly Adventure with Rohith AmruthurIn this episode of Everyday Elevations, Jason speaks with Rohith Amruthar about how to save money and have incredible travel experiences. Listen in to learn Rohith's strategies around "travel mastery", debunking common myths about luxury travel, and much more.
Rohith Amruthar is the founder of 1% Travel Club, a company dedicated to helping people travel better for less. He has a lifelong passion for travel and has devised strategies to fly business and first class at a fraction of the normal cost.
Key Discussion Points:
- The "5 pillars of travel mastery" - maximizing value, leveraging points, avoiding fees, getting...
2024-03-0542 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 17: World of Hyatt Changes, FAA Mandates Boeing Fixes, Impacts of 737 MAX DelaysWorld of Hyatt has announced new changes to how its members can redeem their rewards, the FAA has mandated fixes on Boeing aircraft, and summer fares could be higher due to delays in Boeing 737 MAX deliveries.
2024-03-0405 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 16: Hotel Loyalty ProgramsLet's talk about hotel loyalty programs and some things to keep in mind when trying to leverage them for free or discounted stays.
2024-03-0106 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 15: New Head of 737 MAX Program, Major Bank Acquisition, American Airlines UpdatesBoeing has appointed a new head of its troubled 737 MAX Program, two major US banks just completed an acquisition, and some updates from American Airlines regarding its loyalty program and baggage fees.
2024-02-2605 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 14: 10% RuleWhat is our 10% Rule that could save from the worst travel headaches? Tune in to find out!
2024-02-2306 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 13: New Tourism Tax, AI Chatbot Error, A321XLR Delivery UpdateA popular tourist destination has levied a tourism tax, an airline is responsible by false information provided by its AI chatbot, and news on the delivery of the long-awaited Airbus A321XLR.
2024-02-1905 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 12: Travel Strategy vs. Travel HacksMany people are looking for short-term travel hacks, when in reality you will get so much more out of creating a long-term travel strategy.
2024-02-0905 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 11: Delta Amex Changes, AA Layoffs, Air New Zealand SkyNestDelta's co-branded credit cards with American Express have received a refresh, American Airlines is laying off a significant portion of its staff, and Air New Zealand will offer a more comfortable option in the sky for its economy class passengers this year.
2024-02-0504 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 10: Not all Business/First Classes are Created EqualEveryone wants to fly a premium cabin, but not all of them are created equal. Tune in to learn how to discern and get the best value for your cash or rewards.
2024-02-0306 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 9: 737 MAX 9 Returns, ANOTHER NYC Chase Sapphire Lounge Opens, COMAC Looking to Expand Outside of ChinaFAA green-lights the return of the 737 MAX 9, JFK gets a surprise Chase Sapphire Lounge, and COMAC courts non-Chinese buyers at Singapore Airshow.
2024-01-2905 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 8: 5 Pillars of Travel MasteryWant to get a sneak peek of what we discuss with our 1:1 clients and our course students? Tune into this episode!
2024-01-2607 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 7: JetBlue/Spirit Merger Blocked, Chase opens New Lounge, Lufthansa Acquisition of ITA on holdA judge struck down the merger between JetBlue and Spirit, Chase has opened a new location of its Sapphire lounge network, and Lufthansa's purchase of ITA Airways is on hold.
2024-01-2206 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 6: Award Redemption OptionsTune in to learn the exact steps used to book some of the best business class products in the world, such as QSuites, Emirates, and Polaris, using points.
2024-01-1909 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 5: 737 MAX 9 Update, Lufthansa City Airlines, ITA/ANA CodeshareAn update on the incident regarding the Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9, Lufthansa's new City Airlines is set to launch this summer, and a codeshare emerges between ITA Airways and ANA.
2024-01-1507 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 4: Save $1000s on your Next Travel Adventure in 3 Simple StepsIn 3 Simple Steps, in under 10 minutes, I can show you how you can save $1000s on your next travel adventure. Tune in to learn how!
2024-01-1208 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 3: 737 MAX 9 Grounding, DOT Scrutinizes Airline Rewards, Chase Cross-ReferralsThe 737 MAX family is in trouble again, the US DOT is scrutinizing potentially deceptive practices by the airline industry in their loyalty program marketing, and Chase is now offering cross-referrals in their Sapphire credit card family.
2024-01-0806 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 2: Is Business/First Class only for the Rich?Is traveling in a premium cabin (business/first class) only for people with means? Let's find out in this episode.
2024-01-0505 min1P³ - 1% Points PodcastEpisode 1: Looking Forward to 2024 in TravelHappy New Year! This episode will cover 3 exciting developments I'm looking forward to in 2024 in the world of travel.
2024-01-0107 min
The Pathless Path with Paul MillerdGeography & Culture Side Hustle Experiments w/ RohithI'm experimenting with some shorter episodes where I explore side hustles and creative experiments with people taking action on experiments they are excited about.
This one features Rohith Amruthur, creator of the Lost Geographer, which you can learn more about here. If you have any suggestions or want to come on the podcast, shoot me an e-mail.
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