The Daily Drop Podcast
The Daily Drop Podcast
Daily Drop
Daily Drop is a newsletter that teaches you how to earn and redeem miles and points in under 5 minutes a day (witty commentary, gifs and memes included šŸ˜‰). Join Mike and Megan for The Daily Drop Podcast to extend the conversation that earns you free(ish) travel. Expanding some of your favorite miles and points topics, answering your questions... and we promise to not skip on the witty commentary.
5 Ways to Save on Stays Without Using Points
In this episode of the Daily Drop podcast, Megan shares 5 effective strategies for saving money and points on accommodations during long-term travel. Using her recent Europe adventure as an example. Just like you have a cash budget, you might find yourself with a points budget too! From being strategic with credit card benefits to newly dubbed ā€œhotel positioningā€. Each tip is designed to help travelers make the most of their travel budget while enjoying unique experiences!Resources:Check Out ...
Oct 3, 2024
15 min
Redemption Spotlight: Traveling To The UK with Miles and Points
**CORRECTION ON THE ROSEATE HOTEL NOT SMALL LUXURY HOTELS - IT’S MR. & MRS. SMITH** This week join Megan for a redemption spotlight on traveling to (and from) the UK. We'll cover routes to keep in mind, all things taxes and fees, if there's any way to avoid UK taxes and fees, best redemption spots for flights and hotels. Mistakes episode (about companion seats): https://podcast.dailydrop.com/2253039/episodes/14770496-mistakes-we-ve-made-along-the-way Virgin Companion Seats:...
Sep 25, 2024
44 min
How I Justify The Gold Card Annual Fee
Join us this week for Mike’s take on justifying the annual fee on the Gold Card. He’ll share his thoughts on some of the newly released benefits. Plus breakdown how to make sense of an annual fee! Our take on the card here: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards/american-express-gold-card Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-to...
Sep 19, 2024
17 min
ThankYou Points Deep Dive
In this episode, Megan discusses the ThankYou points currency used by Citi branded cards. She shares the cards that you can earn ThankYou points on, including if cash back cards can help you earn travel, notable rules, 2 player mode, and more.Written Guide on Citi: https://www.dailydrop.com/pages/daily-drop-s-guide-to-citi-thankyou-r-rewards Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out ...
Sep 11, 2024
16 min
The Secret Credit Card That Nobody Can Apply For, But Anyone Can Get
In this episode, Mike lets you in on a secret Marriott credit card šŸ‘€ Which is 🄁 The Ritz-Carlton credit card from Chase.He explains how you can get this card, the Marriott benefits it comes with, and how to justifying this taking up space in your wallet. Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram...
Sep 5, 2024
14 min
All About Business Cards
In this episode, Megan discusses the benefits of business cards for earning miles and points. You’ll learn why you should care about business cards, how you can apply now, and what cards you should keep your eye on next!UR breakdown episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2253039/14595367 Chase Ink Business Preferred: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards/ink-business-preferred-credit-card Chase Ink Unlimited: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards/ink-business-unlimited-credit-card&nb...
Aug 28, 2024
30 min
Maximizing Delta SkyMiles: Tips and Strategies
In this episode, Megan provides an overview of the Delta SkyMiles program and shares tips on how to maximize Delta miles. She discusses the reasons why people criticize Delta and highlights the benefits of flying with Delta. Check out Delta cards here: https://www.dailydrop.com/ranked-credit-cards/delta-airlines-cards Written Guide To Delta here: https://www.dailydrop.com/pages/%20daily-drop-s-guide-to-delta-skymilesKeep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join...
Aug 21, 2024
37 min
Why Everybody Should Be Using Aeroplan
In this episode, Mike discusses why everyone should be using Air Canada Aeroplan points to travel. He highlights the value of Aeroplan even for US residents who don't travel to Canada or fly on Air Canada. Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credit-cards Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailydrop/ Prefer a v...
Aug 15, 2024
22 min
Opportunity cost and the case for cashback
In this episode, Mike discusses the concept of opportunity cost in points and miles and makes a case for cash back over points. He explores various examples to illustrate the opportunity cost of earning points and emphasizes the importance of understanding the true cost of using points. Keep Up With Daily Drop: Read the newsletter: https://www.dailydrop.com Join the Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailydroplounge Check out our top cards: https://dailydrop.com/pages/our-top-credi...
Aug 7, 2024
17 min
Venture Miles Deep Dive
*One clarification I didn’t make super clear in the episode - the Spark cards earn Spark miles but you can combine Spark and Venture miles into one accountVenture Card: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards/capital-one-venture-rewards-credit-cardIn this episode, Megan dives deep into Capital One's Venture Miles program. She discusses the different cards that earn Venture Miles, the rules and restrictions for earning and redeeming these miles, and the standout features of the program. Megan a...
Jul 31, 2024
29 min