Quick Hits: Delta’s Best Skymiles Deals in a Decade, RIP to Paze + Newegg & More!

In this week’s Quick Hits episode, DeAndre covers several noteworthy developments across the points and miles landscape, including some of the best Delta SkyMiles redemptions seen in years. From Delta One flights to Europe starting at just 97,000 miles each way to deeply discounted economy awards to Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, and the Bahamas, Delta travelers are finally seeing meaningful value from their SkyMiles balances. DeAndre breaks down why these unadvertised deals are creating excitement and why now may be a great time to revisit Delta redemptions.

The episode also covers updates to Amex Resy dining credits, a new Citi ThankYou Points transfer bonus to Accor, and a lucrative Payz promotion that can generate statement credits and bonus points for eligible cardholders. DeAndre shares his perspective on maximizing opportunities without feeling pressured to chase every deal and emphasizes finding a points strategy that fits your personal goals and capacity. He wraps up with reminders about expiring card benefits, Fine Hotels + Resorts credits, and the upcoming BoldlyGo Live community meetup in Miami.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Quick Hits Intro

(00:23) Delta's Best SkyMiles Deals in Years

(01:36) Amex Resy Credit Changes Explained

(02:35) Citi ThankYou Points 50% Accor Transfer Bonus

(04:03) Payz Promotion Worth Up to $100 Per Card

(05:07) NewEgg Changes and Gift Card Strategy Update

(07:21) Midyear Credit and Benefit Reminders

(08:01) Maximizing Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts Credits

(09:00) BoldlyGo Live Miami Meetup Reminder

Key takeaways:

• Delta SkyMiles Sweet Spots: Delta is quietly releasing some of the strongest award pricing in years, including Delta One to Europe from 97,000 miles each way.
• Amex Resy Update: New terms caused concern among cardholders, but dining credits remain widely usable for now.
• Citi to Accor Bonus: Citi ThankYou Points are offering a 50% transfer bonus to Accor through July 18.
• Payz Promotion: Eligible cards can earn up to $100 back through Payz purchases, with additional stacking opportunities available.
• Points Strategy Mindset: Not every promotion is worth pursuing. Focus on opportunities that match your spending habits and goals.
• Expiring Benefits Reminder: Time is running out to use midyear and quarterly benefits like Resy credits, FHR credits, and Chase Edit benefits.
• FHR Booking Tips: Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts credits can be used for future stays, not just trips happening this year.
• BoldlyGo Live: Registration remains open for the first BoldlyGo Live community event in Miami.

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