{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F74970ab0-8042-4a6e-a942-1e9c19c85e4a","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Quick Hits: Hyatt Adds The Standard Hotels, Emirates First Class Lockdown, Rakuten Promo Alert & More!","description":"Planning your summer 2025 travel? Now might be the perfect time to book. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIn this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke shares key updates from his recent trip to Roatan and fresh news in the points and miles world. He covers limited-time transfer bonuses, how to spot travel savings on previously booked trips, and why Rakuten\u2019s 7,500 Amex point promo is worth jumping on. You\u2019ll also hear why Newark Airport might be best avoided for now, how Hyatt integrates The Standard hotels, and what Hyatt\u2019s new gifting rules mean for loyal travelers. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFinally, DeAndre breaks down Emirates' move to restrict first-class redemptions and how to still unlock the experience through strategic credit card plays.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nKey takeaways: \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \tRoatan reflections: A surprisingly incredible stay at the Grand Kimpton Roatan, made better with points and Amex FHR perks.\r\n\r\n \tSummer 2025 alert: Now is the sweet spot for booking cheap domestic flights before prices spike.\r\n\r\n \tTravel disruptions: Newark Airport is seeing significant delays and cancellations\u2014consider alternative routes.\r\n\r\n \tBooking tip: Already booked a summer trip? Check current pricing\u2014DeAndre saved $300 and 70k Hyatt points on a rebook.\r\n\r\n \tRakuten promo: New users can get 7,500 Amex points with just $25 in spending through Rakuten.\r\n\r\n \tHyatt & The Standard: The Standard hotels officially join World of Hyatt with elite perks intact.\r\n\r\n \tAward gifting limits: Hyatt will limit members to 10 award gifts received per year starting June 7.\r\n\r\n \tEmirates first-class restrictions: As of May 12, only Skywards elite members can redeem for first class.\r\n\r\n \tCredit card workaround: Get Emirates Silver or Gold elite status through co-branded Skywards cards to retain access.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nResources:\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \tRakuten Promo: Get a 7,500 point bonus after you spend $25\r\n\r\n \tShopping Portals Explained (Ep. 49)\r\n\r\n \tBlog: How to Use Shopping Portals to Boost Your Points and Miles\r\n\r\n \tStart here to learn how to unlock nearly free travel\r\n\r\n \tSign up for our newsletter!\r\n\r\n \tThis month's best current card offers\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \tLTH Online Points & Miles In Depth Course: \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \tUse coupon code \"BOLDYGO\" for a 50% discount!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \tBoldlyGo Travel With Points & Miles Facebook Group\r\n\r\n \tTruicity Wealth Management\r\n\r\n \tThrifty Traveler Premium\r\n\r\n \tDaily Drop Newsletter\r\n\r\n \tThis month's best current card offers\r\n\r\n \tBoldlyGo Travel With Points & Miles Facebook Group\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nInterested in Financial Planning?\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \tTruicity Wealth Management\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSome of Our Favorite Tools For Elevating Your Points & Miles Game:\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nNote: Contains affiliate/sponsored links\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \tCard Pointers (Saves the average user $750 per year)\r\n\r\n \tZil Money (For Payroll on Credit Card)\r\n\r\n \tTravel Freely\r\n\r\n \tPoint.me\r\n\r\n \tFlightConnections.com\r\n\r\n \tThrifty Traveler Premium\r\n\r\n \tLTH Online Points & Miles In Depth Course: \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \tUse coupon code \"BOLDYGO\" for a 50% discount!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nConnect with DeAndre Coke: \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \tInstagram: BoldlyGo.world\r\n\r\n \tWebsite: BoldlyGo.world\r\n\r\n \tYouTube: BoldlyGoWorld\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n ","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/7007a4cb-3da5-488f-ad37-03f335d43647/6.jpg"}