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Mark's spring break Bermuda trip had it all: JFK security chaos at 4am, a flight that had to turn around twice in high winds before making it to the island, a $850-a-night Fairmont room tha…Get $200 back after your first payment of $500 with Melio (affiliate) - https://milestomemories.com/go/melio/
Mark's spring break Bermuda trip had it all: JFK security chaos at 4am, a flight that had to turn around twice in high winds before making it to the island, a $850-a-night Fairmont room that looked like it hadn't been touched since the '70s, and then — finally — the Rosewood Bermuda, which might be one of the best hotels either of them has ever stayed at. Full trip debrief with honest hotel reviews, flight booking strategy, and a seriously useful FHR credit tip.
What we cover:
• Spirit Airlines boarding group 2 bag theory — are they skipping the size check?
• Hyatt Regency Resorts World JFK as a free night cert stopover
• JFK security chaos at 4am — ICE agents running lanes, only 3 lanes for thousands of people
• Flight to nowhere: two go-arounds in high winds, back to JFK for 9 hours
• Fairmont Hamilton Princess: $850/night, room looks like 1978, sawdust falling from the bed posts
• Royal Naval Dockyards — Frog and Onion, ferry tips, what to do for a day
• Rosewood Bermuda: top 3 hotel ever, beach club, pink sand, Crystal Caves, complimentary gin tasting
• FHR tip: two rooms in different names = double $100 credits + double free breakfasts
• New Fairmont at Horseshoe Bay — $400M renovation, Accor points, watch this one
• Flight home: DCA lounge agent rebooking saves the family from an overnight stranding Episode Guide:
• 0:00 - Welcome to MTM Travel
• 0:22 - Mark's Bermuda trip intro and Spirit Airlines boarding theory
• 1:08 - Hyatt Regency Resorts World JFK overnight
• 4:31 - JFK security chaos at 4am
• 8:56 - Flight to nowhere — two go-arounds, back to JFK
• 16:04 - Fairmont Hamilton Princess check-in and room review
• 19:38 - Royal Naval Dockyards and Frog and Onion
• 20:22 - Rosewood Bermuda — arrival and rooms
• 23:06 - Beach club, Crystal Caves, Horseshoe Bay
• 30:22 - FHR tips: two rooms, double credits, double breakfast
• 32:33 - Flight home and DCA lounge rebooking ✈️ Track your travel credit cards for free
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Hyatt may be ending free parking and resort fee waivers for Globalists — and there's a new elite tier above Globalist potentially on the way. Meanwhile, Citi is cutting the ThankYou to Choice Hotels transfer rate by 25% on April 19th. And Mark is trying to figure out if he's even making it to Bermud…Hyatt may be ending free parking and resort fee waivers for Globalists — and there's a new elite tier above Globalist potentially on the way. Meanwhile, Citi is cutting the ThankYou to Choice Hotels transfer rate by 25% on April 19th. And Mark is trying to figure out if he's even making it to Bermuda with JFK TSA chaos threatening the whole spring break trip.
What we cover:
• Hyatt survey: new elite tier above Globalist — plus possible end to free parking and resort fee waivers
• Is Hyatt becoming the next Marriott? Shawn weighs in
• Citi ThankYou to Choice Hotels: 25% devaluation hitting April 19
• Bilt Red Day (April 1): Wyndham added as transfer partner with a 100–125% bonus
• Wyndham program: all-inclusives, Choice Hotels overlap and real value
• Wells Fargo Autograph still transfers 1:2 to Choice
• Points currency rankings: Bilt #1, Chase falling to #4
• Mark's Bermuda spring break and the stress of TSA chaos at JFK
• Updated: complete guide to credit card application rules by bank Episode Guide:
• 0:00 - Welcome to MTM Travel
• 0:20 - Mark's Bermuda Spring Break + TSA Chaos at JFK
• 5:42 - Hyatt Survey: New Elite Tier Above Globalist?
• 7:00 - Could Hyatt End Free Parking & Resort Fee Waivers?
• 12:17 - Bilt Rent Day: Wyndham Added as Transfer Partner
• 15:07 - Wyndham, Choice Hotels & Citi ThankYou 25% Devaluation
• 18:54 - Wells Fargo Autograph & Points Currency Rankings
• 22:37 - Complete Credit Card Application Rules Guide ✈️ Track your travel credit cards for free with Travel Freely
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Doug Parker interviews Madison about her seven-night family cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line's new Prima-plus class ship, Norwegian Aqua, sailing from New York City to Bermuda.
Madison shares detailed insights on embarkation logistics, stateroom comfort, the different dining experiences, onboard ent…Doug Parker interviews Madison about her seven-night family cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line's new Prima-plus class ship, Norwegian Aqua, sailing from New York City to Bermuda.
Madison shares detailed insights on embarkation logistics, stateroom comfort, the different dining experiences, onboard entertainment, and memorable Bermuda excursions.
She offers practical tips for booking shows, specialty dining, and shore activities, highlighting the ship's spacious design and the value of planning ahead.
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On this episode of the MTM Travel travel show Mark discusses his Spring Break bookings and trip to Bermuda. While this isn't the most popular miles/points destination it offers a ton of value and beauty. We also discuss: the debate on resort fees and costs, why you should "rake"…Episode Description
On this episode of the MTM Travel travel show Mark discusses his Spring Break bookings and trip to Bermuda. While this isn't the most popular miles/points destination it offers a ton of value and beauty. We also discuss: the debate on resort fees and costs, why you should "rake" your bookings to save even more & how Southwest has finally ended their infamous "cattle call" boarding process.
• 0:00 Welcome to MTM Travel
• 0:17 Southwest officially ends "cattle call" boarding
• 5:35 Will banning resort fees increase or decrease prices?
• 11:52 "Raking" bookings - How not to leave a lot on the table
• 16:05 How AA has been better under dynamic pricing
• 18:07 Mark's Spring Break Bermuda planning
• 23:15 Points options for Bermuda hotels
• 28:15 See Bermuda for yourself! Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at [email protected].
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A review of the second cruise on Virgin Voyages Brilliant Lady. This was a five-night Bermuda cruise from New York City.
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If you’re planning your first trip to Bermuda, you’re in for a magical experience. But what sets it apart from the rest of the Caribbean? (For starters, it’s not technically in the Caribbean.) And how do you make the most of a short or long stay to experience the local culture?
Whether you’re drea…If you’re planning your first trip to Bermuda, you’re in for a magical experience. But what sets it apart from the rest of the Caribbean? (For starters, it’s not technically in the Caribbean.) And how do you make the most of a short or long stay to experience the local culture?
Whether you’re dreaming of pink sand beaches, cliffside golf, or cave massages, this episode is the perfect starting point for exploring one of the world’s most stunning islands.
Today, host Angie Orth welcomes travel content creator Megan “ChiChi” Indoe, one half of the duo behind the Bobo & ChiChi travel blog. Megan has explored every corner of Bermuda and is here to share insider tips and surprising facts..
You’ll hear about Bermuda’s unique geography and history, the best ways to get around, and what makes its famous beaches glow pink. Megan also shares her favorite secret beach, the story behind the caves that inspired Fraggle Rock, and why visiting during shoulder season is the ultimate travel hack.
What You’ll Learn:
02:19 Why tiny Bermuda is actually packed with adventure
04:36 What makes Hamilton different from historic St. George
08:31 Where to find the most dramatic pink sand beaches
09:02 The hidden beach with whale-watching views
13:58 Where to experience an unforgettable massage inside a cave
A review of Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas from Bayonne, NJ to Bermuda. He traveled on a casino comp cruise on this voyage.
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A review of Norwegian Getaway from New York City to Bermuda in 2025. Plus staff writer Richard Simms has this week's cruise news.
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