In this episode we mourn the loss of the Hyatt-MGM partnership but celebrate the birth of the Marriot-MGM Partnership. But not so fast, the benefits from this partnership aren't quiet what they seem. 

We also discuss finally taking advantage of a bunch of free Vegas benefits that we scored through an Atlantic City Status Match adventure. But even with nearly $1800 worth of free hotel stays, free play and food, Vegas still hits the wallet pretty hard. 

In today’s episode we review a few scenarios which can lead to stress, maybe even panic, while traveling. What do you do if you’re traveling overseas and your passport is lost or stolen? What if you show up to the airport and find that the wrong name is on the airline ticket? And what do you do if you find yourself on the wrong side of airport security…in the middle of a warzone?

3:00 US Personal Checking Account Bonus: Promo Code: 2023DEC

7:00 US Personal Savings Account Bonus…A lump of coal

10:00 Lost ID while traveling

20:00 Wrong name on airline ticket

30:30 Wrong side of Airport Security

As this year comes to an end, what are some things on the to do lists of those in the points and miles hobby? To start off, we review the importance of using any calendar year based credit card benefits. We discuss the opportunity to triple dip on benefits with strategically signing up for certain cards this time of year. The end of the year is also a great time to be thinking about the Southwest Companion Pass. Lastly, check your progress on securing status for next year, now is the time to make sure you meet the requirements!