The Points Pundit, Author at TravelUpdate

How I earn thousands of miles without flying

Posted by The Points Pundit | Mar 20, 2019 | Airlines, Commentary, Credit Cards, Deals, Travel Tips | 0

I earn a minimum of 20,000 miles/points every year (if not more) just by shopping online through shopping portals.

How my Amex Card saved me $618!

Posted by The Points Pundit | Mar 18, 2019 | Commentary, Deals, News, Reviews and Reports | 4

If you’re not making purchases with the right credit card, you may be leaving money on the table! Things can always go wrong given the number of electronic devices we use or carry on a daily basis.

Maximizing Hilton points for 8-15 free nights in India!

Posted by The Points Pundit | Mar 13, 2019 | Credit Cards, Hotel Reviews, Hotels | 0

A single credit card bonus could easily be worth 8-10 free nights, or even more, if redeemed in the most optimal way.

How reliable are Trip Advisor reviews?

Posted by The Points Pundit | Mar 11, 2019 | Commentary, Hotels, News, Travel Tips | 2

In emails seen by the Guardian, a woman called “K” approached TripAdvisor to say she had been raped by a tour guide whose business was being promoted on the website. After contacting the hotel where he worked and reporting him to the police, K wanted to warn other tourists.

TripAdvisor responded by suggesting K could leave a first person review detailing her sexual assault on the website.

Are loyalty programs being disloyal to you?

Posted by The Points Pundit | Mar 6, 2019 | Airlines, Commentary, Hotels | 6

“We’re in an era of copy-and-paste loyalty programs. Cowed by active investors and afraid of straying too far from the pack, operators of today’s airline, hotel, and car loyalty programs run the conservative game of offering nearly the exact same thing that the competition delivers.”

Should you apply for limited time credit card offers?

Posted by The Points Pundit | Feb 28, 2019 | Commentary, Credit Cards, News, Reviews and Reports, Travel Tips | 0

‘Limited time offer’ is probably the most eye catching headline for miles and points lovers. It attracts attention, starts a dialog and often leads to heated discussions.