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Mark Jackson

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Most of Mark’s professional career has revolved around credit cards and points and miles. He’s been to over 95 countries, but still hasn’t visited all the “real” countries of Epcot’s World Showcase. He enjoys leaving his hometown of Scottsdale, Arizona anytime the temperature rises above 105 degrees Fahrenheit.

Alaska Atmos Gold: First Class Upgrades, Cost-Saving Benefits, and Oneworld Sapphire Perks
Alaska Atmos Gold: First Class Upgrades, Cost-Saving Benefits, and Oneworld Sapphire Perks
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If Alaska Airlines is your airline of choice, Atmos Gold status offers several benefits that are sure to save you money and make your next trips more comfortable. This is the sweet spot among Alaska's elite status tiers. From complimentary premium cabin upgrades to bonus points, free checked bags, and more, here's everything you need to know about Alaska Airlines Atmos Gold.

Tyler GlattMark Jackson
Tyler Glatt & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Toni Southam

MGM Rewards Relaunches Status Match – Get Gold or Platinum Into 2028
MGM Rewards Relaunches Status Match – Get Gold or Platinum Into 2028
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MGM Rewards just relaunched its status match offer, giving elite members from competing casino programs a chance to upgrade to MGM Gold or Platinum status to enjoy perks like waived resort fees, priority check-in, and complimentary valet parking. Here’s everything you need to know to take advantage of this MGM status match — including how to extend your matched status into 2028.

Mark JacksonJT Genter
Mark Jackson & JT Genter

Reviewed by Harrison Pierce

Ultimate Guide to Choice Privileges: How To Earn and Redeem Points, Unlock Elite Status, and More
Ultimate Guide to Choice Privileges: How To Earn and Redeem Points, Unlock Elite Status, and More
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Choice Privileges quietly rolled out major updates in 2026, including lower elite status thresholds, a new Titanium tier, and milestone-based rewards. This guide explains how the program works, how to earn and redeem Choice points, and which changes matter most for travelers deciding whether to focus their hotel loyalty with Choice Hotels.

Mark JacksonMax Prosperi
Mark Jackson & Max Prosperi

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Get Caesars Diamond Status Until Early 2028 With This New Status Match
Get Caesars Diamond Status Until Early 2028 With This New Status Match
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Caesars Rewards is one of the largest loyalty programs on the Las Vegas Strip, and with resort fees over $50 per night at some properties after tax, waiving fees can present huge savings on a trip. With Caesars Diamond status, no resort fees is just one of the perks travelers will enjoy. In this post, we explore how to attain the status without gambling.

Mark JacksonAnthony Cave
Mark Jackson & Anthony Cave

Reviewed by Toni Southam