The Points Pundit
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Ashish's quest to travel the world was fueled by an insatiable appetite to experience language, culture, people and music all over the world.
By using miles, points and loyalty programs astutely, he has now traveled to 6 continents! A marketing executive by profession, he leverages his marketing acumen to analyze the business side of loyalty programs and travel industry trends.
Maximizing Hilton points for 8-15 free nights in India!
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?
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?
“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?
‘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.
My favorite hotel points redemption to date
Replete with a unique combination of tranquility and adventure, Queenstown offered us perhaps the best week in travel so far.
Deal: US West Coast to India for $493 Round-Trip!
Airfare deals come and go. With a little bit of flexibility, these deals can be a great way to explore the world at a really low price.
How Homeowners can earn 10,000 AA or United Miles
You can earn miles and points for activities or services that you would usually sign up for, without knowing about the added bonus.
The fastest way to fly from San Diego, CA to India
Where it currently stands Many of my friends in San Diego who have family in India are always…
Welcome to The Points Pundit, your new home for travel
I started The Points Pundit due to two reasons. Firstly, I have an insatiable appetite to travel. I…