Episode notes
In this Midweek Mini episode, we react to the brand new US News & World Report 2025-26 rankings of the best travel rewards programs. We share our initial thoughts on the surprising twists and turns in both hotel and airline loyalty programs and how these rankings might change the way you think about earning and redeeming points. We also reveal how we’re preparing to dig even deeper with an upcoming interview featuring a senior travel editor from US News, who will give us insider insights and answer your burning questions. If you want to stay ahead of the game and discover potential opportunities in the evolving points and miles landscape, this episode is for you!
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