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Portugal on Points: The Underrated Redemption That Overdelivers

Portugal on Points: The Underrated Redemption That Overdelivers

Portugal is the points sweet spot you’ve been overlooking—business class from 34K, luxury hotels under 20K, and ground costs that let you travel deeper without draining your wallet. Lisbon, Porto, Douro, Algarve—one trip, multiple flavors. High value, low stress, and no compromises.

Singapore: The City-State Redemption Adventure

Singapore: The City-State Redemption Adventure

Singapore isn’t a stopover—it’s a statement. Fly $8K business class for under 110K points, stay at $900/night hotels on full redemptions, and eat Michelin meals for $5. This guide shows how to unlock $12K+ in value from your points with zero fluff—just pure strategy.

Western Canada: Mountains-to-Coast Redemption Adventure

Western Canada: Mountains-to-Coast Redemption Adventure

Great travel adventures should surprise and inspire you—from majestic mountains and cozy cafés to cultural discoveries and breathtaking viewpoints. Western Canada seamlessly offers all of this, and even better, it’s easily accessible through strategic points and miles redemptions.

Island of the Gods: The Ultimate Redemption Guide to Bali

Island of the Gods: The Ultimate Redemption Guide to Bali

Fly from the U.S. in luxury, sleep at dreamy 5-star hotels, and savor iconic Bali sunsets without draining your wallet. Learn the secrets of turning points and miles into lie-flat seats and luxury villas. Your credit card rewards are your ticket to paradise—Bali bliss awaits, easier than ever!

Weekend Edition / Dear Ohad...

Weekend Edition / Dear Ohad...

Chase is hiking fees. Amex changes are looming. Points are losing value—but only if you’re not paying attention. This week’s #DearOhad tackles the strategy behind the chaos: what to apply for, what to cancel, and how to protect your points before the rules change (again).

How to Use Points and Miles to Book Dream Cruises Without Breaking the Bank

Strategy Saturday

How to Use Points and Miles to Book Dream Cruises Without Breaking the Bank

Cruises bundle lodging, dining, and entertainment—making them one of the highest-value ways to use points. With strategic spending, you can earn 200K+ points annually—enough to book luxury cruises worth thousands, plus upgrades and perks, all without increasing your budget.

Unlocking Hidden Value: How a Wholesale Distributor Turned $1.2 Million Annual Spend into $38,500 in Travel and Rewards

Unlocking Hidden Value: How a Wholesale Distributor Turned $1.2 Million Annual Spend into $38,500 in Travel and Rewards

A wholesale distributor spending $100K/month doubled points earned to 332,500 monthly, unlocking nearly $60K in annual value. Year 1 redemptions funded $14,700 in travel and client hospitality, with 3M points banked for future rewards—delivering $38,500+ in value without extra spend.

Feeding Growth Without Spending More: How a Multi-Location Restaurant Group Unlocked $44,000+ in Value by Centralizing Spend and Elevating Rewards

Feeding Growth Without Spending More: How a Multi-Location Restaurant Group Unlocked $44,000+ in Value by Centralizing Spend and Elevating Rewards

A restaurant group spending $120K/month increased points earned by 140%, unlocking $33K+ in flights, hotels, and staff incentives in Year 1. Centralized spend and rewards boosted retention, cut hiring time by 22%, and turned points into a strategic growth tool without extra cost.

Scaling Creative Impact: How a Digital Agency Unlocked $21,000+ in Annual Travel and Incentives from Existing Ad Spend

Scaling Creative Impact: How a Digital Agency Unlocked $21,000+ in Annual Travel and Incentives from Existing Ad Spend

How a fast-growing digital agency turned $600K in annual spend into $21K+ in high-impact travel, team incentives, and client perks—without spending more. By optimizing cards by category, they more than doubled point earnings and built a rewards system that drives retention and ROI.

Building More Than Structures: Turning $1M in Spend into $62K in Loyalty, Luxury, and Long-Term ROI

Building More Than Structures: Turning $1M in Spend into $62K in Loyalty, Luxury, and Long-Term ROI

A construction agency spending $90K/month was earning just 2% back—until they restructured their cards, centralized points, and unlocked over $62K in travel and client value. Business class flights, Bora Bora Getaway, and loyalty perks—all without spending a dollar more.

How a Residential Services Business Turned Everyday Spend Into $29,000+ in Travel Rewards—Without Spending More

How a Residential Services Business Turned Everyday Spend Into $29,000+ in Travel Rewards—Without Spending More

A 12-person plumbing business transformed $60K/month spend into $29,000+ in travel and team rewards—all without increasing their budget. By optimizing credit card use and point redemptions, they boosted returns from 1.2% to over 4%, turning everyday expenses into powerful business benefits.

Weekend Edition / Dear Ohad...

Weekend Edition / Dear Ohad...

Flights vs. hotel upgrades? Both matter—flights save cash, hotels save sanity. Business class ruins coach for life. Points bribe families and sometimes blow up your wallet. Delegate wisely or watch your points run wild. Manage smart, or get schooled by the loyalty game. 💥 Boom, travel truth served.