No Result
View All Result
Eye of the Flyer
  • BANK & Travel Cards ★
    • Credit Cards
    • Travel Rewards Cards
    • Airline Credit Cards
    • Hotel Credit Cards
    • Cash Back Credit Cards
    • No Annual Fee Credit Cards
    • Small Business Credit Cards
    • 0% Intro APR Cards
    • Balance Transfer Cards
  • Rookie
  • Elite Mileage Runs
  • αbout US ✉
  • BANK & Travel Cards ★
    • Credit Cards
    • Travel Rewards Cards
    • Airline Credit Cards
    • Hotel Credit Cards
    • Cash Back Credit Cards
    • No Annual Fee Credit Cards
    • Small Business Credit Cards
    • 0% Intro APR Cards
    • Balance Transfer Cards
  • Rookie
  • Elite Mileage Runs
  • αbout US ✉
No Result
View All Result
No Result
View All Result

What’s next? A Delta “ONLY” mileage run blog from Delta Points

René by René
February 11, 2014 - Updated on November 8, 2014
in Travel Related
33
Eye of the Flyer, a division of Chatterbox Entertainment, Inc. has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Eye of the Flyer and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. Opinions, reviews, analyses & recommendations are the author’s alone, and have not been reviewed, endorsed or approved by any of these entities. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.


black logo 2

Ready for what’s next? Well how about a site for only Delta Mileage runs? Yep soon to launch (edit: by month end). Basically it is going to look very much like a bare bones version of what you already see here at Delta Points but it will be ONLY for Delta mileage runs. Why?

Readers seem to want it and some readers just don’t care about mile runs. So, why clutter up Delta Points with mileage runs and why make others dig for them. A site that only has tested runs with either Delta or Delta partners that will give 100% Delta credit (i.e. no fare class that is say Alaska “R” class that is not an approved Delta credit class with them). I plan to only post deals lower than 5CPM. I will not post a mileagerun deal on DeltaPoints.com unless it is AMAZING like under/about 2CPM.

Here is my plan. The title of the post I will try to do in non-code. What I will try to include on each post is a shot at the calendar with days I see open unless many many months and dates then will just list with text. Also a shot from ITA Matrix of the best choices.

Example of title of post:  “Seattle to Orlando 6342MQM for $274 – 4.3CPM”

mco1+

mco2

Then next I plan to toss up a screen shot from Delta.com showing that it is indeed bookable and the MQMs do work out.

mco3

Do keep in mind the Skymiles or RDMs will change if you are Silver, Gold/Platinum or Diamond Medallion. The MQDs should be correct for all.

Then finally I plan to have it with the nuts and bolts in a breakdown:

  • SEA<->MCO
  • 6342MQM
  • $274 All-in
  • 4.3CPM
  • Same Day turns

If there are switches to use on ITA Matrix to find it I will advise like “X:ATL” for connect via Atlanta to get the deal. Then, on some of them, you may have to use the multi-leg search on Delta.com to get the deal I will be sure to advise that but most it will just be searching for the same flights ITA Matrix finds for us and picking those from the list at Delta.com

So that is the basic outline I plan for EVERY post for the blog site. I will try to keep it consistent to make it simple to scan and see the deal and the routes.

I would love input, are there other things I should include please let me know if you like the format as talked about. Do keep in mind once the site is up and running you will be able to subscribe to the email that will go out instantly when I post. If there are 3 deals in a day you get 3 emails. Other days you may get none. It will also auto-post to a new twitter account:

@DeltaMileageRun i.e. https://twitter.com/DeltaMileageRun

You can, as we have seen before by using your cell phone email address, have either the twitter feed or the email feed auto email/text you that the post is up if you want. Or via RSS as well. Either way you should get almost instant notice.

I think this is really going to be fun and I may include on this site when I am going for a run i.e. I have booked this and if readers want to join me they can but keep in mind I may change flight routes along the way to get more MQMs etc. as that is the way of runs! I will be sure to have a follow-up post when the site does in fact go “Live” – René
.

Gold-Platinum-Reserve Delta SkyMiles®
Credit Cards from American Express®
Click HERE for more info

 

Eye of the Flyer, a division of Chatterbox Entertainment, Inc. has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Eye of the Flyer and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. Opinions, reviews, analyses & recommendations are the author’s alone, and have not been reviewed, endorsed or approved by any of these entities. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.


Responses are not provided or commissioned by the bank advertiser. Responses have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by the bank advertiser. It is not the bank advertiser's responsibility to ensure all posts and/or questions are answered.

Related

Previous Post

Just cuz I don’t say it enough…

Next Post

Can’t reach Delta Air Lines due to ICE storm? Try these numbers to get help!

René

René

René de Lambert is a contributing writer for EyeoftheFlyer.com - He is an avid Delta and SkyTeam flyer who has held Delta’s top Diamond Medallion status for many years and flown millions of miles.

Next Post

Can't reach Delta Air Lines due to ICE storm? Try these numbers to get help!

Comments 33

  1. John says:
    8 years ago

    Looking forward to subscribing to this new blog!

    Reply
  2. Graydon says:
    8 years ago

    Love it Rene! Thanks for the effort and idea. We appreciate it and thank you!

    Reply
  3. Rich says:
    8 years ago

    Rene, once again I think this is another spot-on idea. As I live in a Delta hub city, these runs are tremendously helpful for me (with your advice I finally made Delta silver and gold last year!) I am banking up other airline miles too so I can position to the appropriate departure city if need be. Thank you for your giving heart and helping others that love to travel!

    Reply
    • Delta Points says:
      8 years ago

      @Rich @All – txs! I get so much feedback about wanting it all in one simple place and at the same times some who say “oh not another MR deal”. This “ticks” both boxes in a simple way. At least that is the plan 😉

      Reply
  4. CraIg says:
    8 years ago

    Rene,

    Great idea. I especially like posting when you are doing a run, when and how. Packing several MR people on the same flights would reduce the UP possibilities but it would have a bonding component.

    Reply
    • Delta Points says:
      8 years ago

      @Craig – I could share my HOOUs with those who did not upgrade like me 🙂 and I can buy all free SkunkyBeer for a while longer.

      Reply
  5. Heather @ pass the dressing says:
    8 years ago

    I think this is a good idea. Please make sure you include a family link on this site so that we can go directly there after checking in here. And vice versa.

    Reply
  6. rocky / WhenDoubleWidesFly says:
    8 years ago

    Are mile runs even truly worth it with MQD requirements now. Buyer & mile runner beware! Mile runs for 2 or 3 CPM will never get somone status

    Reply
    • Delta Points says:
      8 years ago

      @Rocky – sorry but with MFG spend MQD’s really are a non-issue. I have 2k to go and we are 42 days into the year. http://deltapoints.boardingarea.com/2014/01/01/rookie-wednesday-what-counts-as-delta-mqm-mqd-spending-mqd-exemption-spend/ Sorry to see you go from Delta btw. I think you will be back when you see how bad IROPs etc are on the other majors.

      Reply
  7. GetToThePoints says:
    8 years ago

    This is a great idea. Will I be able to subscribe to an RSS feed to keep up with it?

    Reply
    • Delta Points says:
      8 years ago

      @GetToThePoints – you bet.

      Reply
  8. RMF says:
    8 years ago

    That sounds fantastic, thank you!

    Reply
  9. Leer says:
    8 years ago

    GREAT IDEA. Think you might want to go up to 6CPM for those of us who can live with it. As an example JFK-SFO $278 or 5.4CPM when you need MQM’s for the next level isn’t so bad. Did this one Saturday and now Gold will be a lock by April and on to Plat.

    Reply
    • Delta Points says:
      8 years ago

      @Leer – txs for feedback. Could do that. I think as long as CPM is in the post name.

      Reply
  10. April says:
    8 years ago

    Love it! Please include hnl if you can.
    I never see mileage runs for hnl 🙁

    Reply
    • Delta Points says:
      8 years ago

      @April – will do but always know if the price is right where you start DOES NOT MATTER. For example, say the best out of HNL you find is 7CPM but you find a MR from say ORD for 3CPM. The net result could be an acceptable 5CPM for both all-in.

      Reply
  11. Corbett Kroehler says:
    8 years ago

    Brilliant idea! I’ve learned a ton from you and am on track to make Platinum this year which would not have happened without your blog!

    Reply
  12. Jerry says:
    8 years ago

    Yes! Yes! Yes!
    Awesome idea.
    BTW did I say yes?

    Reply
    • Delta Points says:
      8 years ago

      @Jerry – just what are you trying to say? 😉

      Reply
  13. Marshall Jackson says:
    8 years ago

    Good stuff!

    Reply
  14. Barry says:
    8 years ago

    Great idea. Needed site. Love the format you’ve chosen. Can’t wait for it to go live.

    Reply
  15. uclalum says:
    8 years ago

    Rene, Not sure if there are others like me, but on MRs, I care more about CP (RDM), not CP (MQM). Woudld it be too much to ask that you include a small table indicating:

    CP (MQM)
    CP (RDM), Non-elite
    CP (RDM), Silver
    CP (RDM), Gold
    CP (RDM), Platinum
    CP (RDM), Diamond

    I, for example,generally would not do a MR if my CP (RDM), as a platinum, is below what I value them at upon redemoption, which is ~1 cpm.

    Reply
  16. Christine says:
    8 years ago

    Great idea! Your posts exercise my brain in such an entertaining way. Now if I would just upgrade to a smart phone . . .

    Reply
  17. LarsErikNYC says:
    8 years ago

    I both think and hope that this will be of great value to many if not most of us! Glad to see you doing this!

    Reply
  18. TexasYankee says:
    8 years ago

    awesome idea! I love having you do the work for me! Let me knowhow I can help.

    Reply
    • Delta Points says:
      8 years ago

      @TexasYankee – my Lisa is still asking me OFTEN when we can come see you and visit Franklin’s so… 😉

      Reply
  19. Mike B says:
    8 years ago

    Great idea Rene. I would be glad to know about Delta deals as soon as they are available since some I miss out on because they are gone by the time I get home in the evening and can check it out.

    One suggestion which would REALLY help me and many others I’m sure. Could you include a indication on the alert if weekends (Friday thru Monday) are included in the deal. Maybe a WKND designation or something.

    I see a lot of deals seems to be good on a Tuesday only or maybe a Tuesday and Wednesday only and those don’t work out for me. But a great fare that includes bookings Fridays thru Mondays is perfect and so a quick indicator of that would be meaningful to me.

    Thanks again for the GREAT work you do.

    Reply
    • Delta Points says:
      8 years ago

      @Mike – oh I like that. Could go M-F or WKND code in title or at least body. Thanks for input!

      Reply
  20. skdelta says:
    8 years ago

    I’d be interested in premium fares too — obviously with a different criteria than a straight mileage run(e.g. 10cpm to match the MQD requirements, factoring in class-of-service bonuses). Something similar to the FT thread on great premium fares, except there it’s hard to keep up with the zillion pages 🙂 So a digest of good fares, long-haul SkyTeam international, etc. would be useful.
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Delta Points says:
      8 years ago

      @skdelta – grt idea will do.

      Reply
  21. Delta Points says:
    8 years ago

    @uclalum – too much work but anyone can just plug in their own numbers with CWSI.net – http://cwsi.net/calc/

    Reply
  22. Pingback: Some updates & ideas for new DeltaMileageRun.com blog soon to launch! - Delta Points - Delta Points
  23. Nina says:
    6 years ago

    Rene what a gr8 plan!
    Can’t wait for this new site to open!
    You are the BEST blogger
    Love your DELTA mile runs!

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

➤ Search Eye of the Flyer

No Result
View All Result

Subscribe

Subscribe To Our NewsletterJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team.

You have Successfully Subscribed!

GREAT Travel and Cash Back Card Offers!

Eye of the Flyer May Receive a Commission from the links below. See our Privacy Policy

See CardRatings’ Top Credit Cards for This Month!


IHG Business Premier Rewards Credit Card

IHG Rewards Premier Business Credit Card

BRAND NEW CREDIT CARD! Earn 140,000 bonus points after spending $3,000 in purchases within three months of card membership approval. Plus, complimentary Platinum elite status, great points bonuses, and more! Learn now how to apply!


Capital One Venture X Credit Card

Capital One Venture X

The brand new must-have “it” card for travel lovers! Earn 75,000 bonus points (worth at least $750 in travel) after spending $4,000 in purchases within three months of card membership approval. Plus, enjoy up $300 annually in statement credits for travel purchased through Capital One AND 10,000 bonus points every year, after the first anniversary. The $395 annual fee can EASILY be earned back — and then some! Learn now how to apply!


Chase Freedom Unlimited

Chase Freedom Unlimited

NEW WELCOME OFFER! Earn 1.5 bonus points on top of the other points you earn during the first year of card membership. (A $20,000 spending cap applies.) Learn now how to apply!


Chase Sapphire Preferred

Chase Sapphire Preferred

Great card offering Ultimate Rewards points and statement credits! Learn now how to apply!


IHG Rewards Premier Credit Card

IHG Rewards Premier Credit Card

REFRESHED CARD! Earn 140,000 bonus points after spending $3,000 on purchases within three months of account opening. Plus, earn 5X points on travel, gas stations, and restaurants. 3X on everything else. Learn now how to apply!


The Platinum Card® from American Express

The Platinum Card® from American Express

THE classic travel benefits card! Earn 100,000 bonus Membership Rewards points after spending $6,000 in eligible purchases within six months of being approved. See rates and fees. Terms apply. Learn now how to apply!


American Express Business Platinum

The Business Platinum Card® from American Express

Earn 35% Membership Rewards rebates when paying with points for an eligible flight booked through Amex Travel! (Capped at 1,000,000 points a year, enrollment may be required.) Terms apply. Learn now how to apply!

  Earn cash back with Rakuten (formerly known as Ebates) Earn cash back with TopCashback! RebatesMe Earn cash back with DOSH!

✍ Editors Disclaimer | lock, login, protection, secure icon Privacy Policy | $ Advertisers Disclosure

 

Subscribe

Subscribe To Our NewsletterJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team.

You have Successfully Subscribed!

  • BANK & Travel Cards ★
  • Rookie
  • Elite Mileage Runs
  • αbout US ✉

Copyright © 2021 Eye of the Flyer

No Result
View All Result
  • BANK & Travel Cards ★
    • Credit Cards
    • Travel Rewards Cards
    • Airline Credit Cards
    • Hotel Credit Cards
    • Cash Back Credit Cards
    • No Annual Fee Credit Cards
    • Small Business Credit Cards
    • 0% Intro APR Cards
    • Balance Transfer Cards
  • Rookie
  • Elite Mileage Runs
  • αbout US ✉

Copyright © 2021 Eye of the Flyer

Cleantalk Pixel

Subscribe To Our Newsletter


Join our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team.

You have Successfully Subscribed!