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RavenHawk
Level 2 Member
Good day everyone,
I'm originally from the great city of Chicago, but currently live in the rural area of it's northern neighbor. I only recently got into the game (about 10 months ago), but enjoy playing as much as the next guy. I hope to be able to exchange ideas with you all along the way.
Happy travels!
What part of WI are you from?
I'm originally from the great city of Chicago, but currently live in the rural area of it's northern neighbor. I only recently got into the game (about 10 months ago), but enjoy playing as much as the next guy. I hope to be able to exchange ideas with you all along the way.
Happy travels!
Lance,
What part of WI are you from?
alastairdeacon
New Member
Hi, I've been lurking and playing the game for awhile. We've recently retired (2 years ago) and sold everything to travel the world. We had no idea retirement would be so much fun. And now I have time to really dig deep into this hobby. Currently house sitting for some friends in the Bay Area, so I guess that's where I'm from (at least right now). Next trip planned is in the fall - barging in France with some friends.
YoungBubbie
Level 2 Member
Hi!
I'm from NY and have been into this longer than a lot of you have been alive. Over the years I've been doing things that I never knew had "names". Credit card churning, retention bonus', MS, mistake fares etc. I remember the days of waking up at midnight 330 days out making the calls to AA to score our reward tickets. This was before computers and the telephone and post office (snail mail) were the only tools I needed.
I know I'm at a disadvantage as I'm "technically challenged". I tried signing up here a month ago, but never confirmed because I didn't realize it was in my spam folder. Anyway I still get by and have learned a lot.
Within the last 5 years my husband and myself have managed to earn over 300,000 BA miles and 250,000 US Air miles without ever stepping foot on one of their planes. I have learned a lot from this community and want to thank everyone for their help in enabling us to be able to afford to take 2-3 vacations a year.
I'm from NY and have been into this longer than a lot of you have been alive. Over the years I've been doing things that I never knew had "names". Credit card churning, retention bonus', MS, mistake fares etc. I remember the days of waking up at midnight 330 days out making the calls to AA to score our reward tickets. This was before computers and the telephone and post office (snail mail) were the only tools I needed.
I know I'm at a disadvantage as I'm "technically challenged". I tried signing up here a month ago, but never confirmed because I didn't realize it was in my spam folder. Anyway I still get by and have learned a lot.
Within the last 5 years my husband and myself have managed to earn over 300,000 BA miles and 250,000 US Air miles without ever stepping foot on one of their planes. I have learned a lot from this community and want to thank everyone for their help in enabling us to be able to afford to take 2-3 vacations a year.
Crazy 4 Rewards
New Member
Hi! I'm Anabelle from MA. I have a family of 6 and love to use miles and points to lower our travel expenses. I've been reading and learning from these blogs for a while and decided to start participating as well.
Vacation time
Level 2 Member
HEY its mike from NJ been traveling on points since 2010 and haven't looked back since people think I am nuts. I have been on more trips out of the metro area than friends have been to Atlantic city in a lifetime. LOL.. Points have allowed me to visit places I would not even think of going to. Points ROCK lets earn some more.
Nicesharky
Level 2 Member
Hi, Matt! Thanks for starting this forum! I'm originally from Peru, settled in LA. Your approach to travel hacking and finance has been addictive to my Engineering and MBA background. My daughter is now 7-yo and we're enjoying showing her how small the world really is.
Outlying Anomaly
Level 2 Member
Hi, everyone! I’m an almost-empty-nester in FL. I’m a couponer so I understand staying off the radar, making decisions about what’s right for me, small steps, etc. I've only done minimal CC stuff, but want a little help where I need it: basic MS and a safe place to ask stupid questions. I joined FT more than a decade ago, but only lurk out of fear of crossing the line of invisible ink since I don’t own the deciphering goggles yet. (I’ve been playing too many video games and/or eating too much Cap’n Crunch, apparently.)
Matt, I need the equivalent of a weekly Uber ride in the Ferrari, not the keys. Thanks for starting this forum!
Matt, I need the equivalent of a weekly Uber ride in the Ferrari, not the keys. Thanks for starting this forum!
Beach Miles
Level 2 Member
Hello Matt , I'm Beach Miles on FT and MP. I attended the Charlotte DO and learned a lot. Met Matt briefly at the "social hour". Being the host, I think he had his hands full.
I had some more in depth conversations with many of others at the event. I spend a lot of time in Grocery stores , Drug stores and less time now at WM. I live South of the Mason Dixon line. would like to gain access to the second level. I think I have ideas to share, and much to learn. Been active on FT since 2008, but would like to share ideas with a smaller group. Loved the Charlotte get together.
Hope the new baby and Mom are doing well.
Jim
I had some more in depth conversations with many of others at the event. I spend a lot of time in Grocery stores , Drug stores and less time now at WM. I live South of the Mason Dixon line. would like to gain access to the second level. I think I have ideas to share, and much to learn. Been active on FT since 2008, but would like to share ideas with a smaller group. Loved the Charlotte get together.
Hope the new baby and Mom are doing well.
Jim
Hi All - I've only got about a year experience with gaining points/miles through sign up bonuses from ccs and probably ~ 6 months of msing. After vrs dried up at CVS I discovered reselling (thanks big habitat) and I've been trying to expand on that ever since. Since reselling is my primary method of ms, I hope to gain more insight on that subject through this forum. I'm also here to learn a few new ms tricks, meet new travel geeks (any Chicagoans?), and contribute where I can.
chicago2world
Level 2 Member
I've been reading saverocity all weekend, so had to join! I fly a lot, and I've been collecting points casually through travel and cc sign-up bonuses for the past 8 years. I'm inspired by the contributors and members here to begin the MS game.
Milesbonanza
Level 2 Member
Hi, I'm Dave from MI, have a family of 4. I started signing up for cc last year but didn't get into MS until earlier this year. Looking forward to learning and sharing new MS techniques. I would be interested in level 2 access. Thanks.
tcervantes
Level 2 Member
Hi all,
I'm near SJC and love to travel as frequently as possible. Looking forward to learning more and sharing ideas.
I'm near SJC and love to travel as frequently as possible. Looking forward to learning more and sharing ideas.
Whyclef
Level 2 Member
Hi y'all...
I am Stephen from Texas and traveling is a hobby for myself, my wife, and our 2 kids (6 y/o daughter, 4 y/o son). As a result I have been doing MS for about 3 years, earning / burning miles for 11 years, and loving travel since I was a wee little lad. My wife and I have visited 25+ different countries so far with a goal of visiting every country in the world by 2025.
Excited to learn and share about MS spend techniques. Also interested in Level 2 access.
I am Stephen from Texas and traveling is a hobby for myself, my wife, and our 2 kids (6 y/o daughter, 4 y/o son). As a result I have been doing MS for about 3 years, earning / burning miles for 11 years, and loving travel since I was a wee little lad. My wife and I have visited 25+ different countries so far with a goal of visiting every country in the world by 2025.
Excited to learn and share about MS spend techniques. Also interested in Level 2 access.
HotHatch312
Level 2 Member
Hi yall! My name is Ted and I'm currently residing in Texas. I got turned on to the whole churning/manufactured spending game about a year ago, and I've been slowly converting my friends and family. It certainly helps get their attention when I get to travel in first class to places like Hawaii and Australia for free. Looking forward to sharing my knowledge and experiences while learning from others!
Good morning from PHL. I look forward to participating. Currently active with CC's and MS (mainly GC at Staples and AP) for a few years. Reading Saverocity and others daily. Followed #milemadness and interested in moving towards that level. I'm in the middle of the Venn and interested in Level 2. Thanks Matt.
PointsNovice
Gold Member
Hi, I am from MA and this year joined the points and miles game. I have already collected quite a few miles and points but now looking for learning the ways to redeem them effectively. Reading your blog and others is really opening up the world of travel for me and my liitle family of 3. . Congratulations on the new baby! Its a life changer.
. Congratulations on the new baby! Its a life changer.George here, hailing from the midwest, looking to realize full miles/points potential to get to each coast annually with the family. Love your blog Matt and really excited to see what comes of The Forums. I am also interested in gaining access to the Level 2 Forum. Thanks and good luck.
Hi, I'm Quinn. Home airport is OKC and have been in the miles and points game for approximately 1 year. I love points because they allow to spend every Christmas in London and contribute to my goal of attending all 4 major tennis opens. Recently, I started buying goods and selling via FBA to ramp up spending. Love reading BigHabitat because he gave me the courage to start reselling. I would love access to level 2 information and look forward to sharing ideas. Thanks!