It's no surprise this week there have been some changes announced for Southwest to come, which include red eye flights and more importantly, assigned seating! Joe will discuss why this is a good thing and would encourage him to go back with Southwest moving forward.

In addition, Joe talks about some big changes coming for the AmEx Gold Card, and despite the increased annual fee, more value seems to be created to it.

To schedule a consultation with Joe, or if you have any questions regarding some of the strategies used on this episode, email joetothepoints@gmail.com.

Show Notes:

Southwest Changes

Jetblue Route Changes

Avelo Grows

AmEx Gold Revamp

World of Hyatt Glamping News

Delta Refund Link

This week, Joe discusses the IT woes affecting major airlines, with Delta especially being hit the hardest.

Speaking of things also hitting hard, he speaks about a topic that is often controversial and yet, can still find some good in, and that's about budget airline carriers. He speaks about why it may be a good idea to consider them, but a horrible one to use them.

In good news, Joe also talks about a new transfer bonus with Citi's ThankYou Points and how it can save you some $$$ for your Fall Europe getaway.

To schedule a consultation with Joe, or if you have any questions regarding some of the strategies used on this episode, email joetothepoints@gmail.com.

While out and about, people sometimes ask Joe, "Why do I need to use points when I can have Cash Back instead?"

That's a good question that comes up more often than not, and there's nothing wrong with that, if done correctly. This week, Joe discusses how if you do decide to go down the route of Cash Back, there's plenty of cards that deliver higher value than what one may realize, and why some cards are worth hanging on to the points for.

To schedule a consultation with Joe, or if you have any questions regarding some of the strategies used on this episode, email joetothepoints@gmail.com.