Welcome back to Credit Card Hacking 101: Maximizing Your Points! I’m your host Alex, and this week there’s a ton of action in the points and miles world, so let’s dive right in.
Big news just dropped—Alaska Airlines rolled out its new Atmos Rewards loyalty program, which now brings together Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines. If you’re flying to Hawaii or across the Pacific, Atmos Rewards points are now your ticket for redemptions on both airlines and their partners. The just-launched Atmos Rewards Summit Visa Infinite Card is the shining star, offering a massive 100,000-point sign-up bonus plus a Global Companion Award, after $6,000 spend in 90 days. That’s enough for some incredible business-class redemptions or multiple round-trip domestic flights. If you still had the Alaska Airlines card, that’s now converted to Atmos without you doing a thing, and your miles came along for the ride.
For Citi loyalists, the mid-tier Citi Strata Premier Card just rebranded and expanded its benefits—larger categories like 10x on hotels, rental cars, and attractions booked through Citi Travel, plus trip protections, still at a $95 annual fee. EV drivers: you now get 3x points at charging stations, a rare perk. On the business side, the Amex Business Platinum remains a juggernaut, but be aware a fee hike and refreshed perks are on the horizon—apply now if you want today’s lower annual fee and a huge 150,000-point welcome bonus.
Now, let’s talk tech! This week CardGenius AI released a new “dynamic optimizer” tool that scans your spending in real-time and recommends which card to use for each purchase, factoring in rotating categories, transfer partners, and even flash travel deals. It’s a game-changer for maximizing every swipe—great for beginners who want to be told what to do and for pros chasing those last few status nights.
I have to share a quick story from listener Jenny—she used her old Alaska miles (now Atmos points) to snag two business-class seats from Seattle to Tokyo on a partner airline for less than 110,000 points round trip, when those same seats would’ve cost over $8,000 cash. She followed up with a surprise trick: using CardGenius to spot a flash award deal and stacking it with her card’s annual companion pass.
Pro Tips This Week: Check your inbox for targeted offers—Atmos public bonuses are hot, but some members are getting even better deals by email. If you fly Alaska or Hawaiian, link your accounts before October 1 for a smoother transition. For Citi Strata users, book at least one $500+ hotel with Citi Travel to trigger your $100 credit—it’s easy savings. And no matter your skill level, let AI help—sync your accounts with CardGenius or a similar app and let the tools do the tracking.
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