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How Loyalty Programs Trick You, A Target Shutdown & Delta Is The Best For Everyone?

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Roundup: Articles From Around the Web

Here are some posts from around the web that I thought you may find interesting.  Let me know if there is anything good I missed.  Email me anything awesome that you find, or write, at Mark@milestomemories.com.

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HOW LOYALTY PROGRAMS TRICK YOU INTO SPENDING MORE – The Points Pundit

I am really starting to think more and more that status is just a big scam. I already discussed how I don’t think it really costs hotels much.  The same thinking would go with airline status.  They get us thinking there is value involved in loyalty programs, and there is some, but I think we grossly overvalue it.

Target.com bans me for probably reselling – Miles Per Day

I bet the Coke gift cards had something to it.  We all know Target hates people taking advantage of gift card promos!

WHY EVERYONE AGREES DELTA IS THE BEST U.S. AIRLINE – Family Flys Free

I do like Delta the best of the domestic airlines for a few reasons but the main one is that Detroit is a Delta hub. If cost is equal I will choose them first but they often charge a premium.  Their rewards program leaves something to be desired too but I think their elite program is one of the better ones.

It appears Ian was trying to say Delta is a well run airline from all angles – investors, employees and passengers.  Which is an interesting take.  It is impressive to see how far they have come in 10 years.

Conclusion

Which article did you find most interesting?  Remember to let me know of anything you come across that you want added into the next edition at Mark@milestomemories.com.

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Mark Ostermann
Mark Ostermann
Mark Ostermann is a father, husband and miles/points fanatic. He left the corporate world after starting a family in order to be a stay at home dad. Mark is constantly looking at ways to save money and stay within budget while also taking awesome vacations with his family. When he isn't caring for his family or taking a weekend trip, Mark is working towards his goal of visiting every Major League Baseball ballpark.

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