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Good evening Sebby. Don’t be jealous that Mandy MAYBE getting some more star power, her channel is wonderful, but you are the CC GOAT!! Keep doing your reviews, we look forward to it. Thanks!!
Another great video Sebby, I watch all yours and Mandy's videos. I'm getting back into the CC travel game, been out for a couple decades. Now just need somewhere to go. Y'all's videos helps.
The Wing and the Pier. When I had OW Emerald, the sit down food was being done by The Peninsula. Nice fancy food. I asked for won ton noodles from the Noodle Bar. They brought it. Then the table next to me saw what I ordered and asked for that too. 🌟
⭐CSP/VX/Flex for the 5x Paypal! Still eyeing a TPE/ANZ kind of trip next year for 3, so crossing my fingers still! How's Starlux vs China Airlines (and I guess vs EVA)?
I'm a fan of both Starlux and China Airlines! Would happily fly either one again. I think the food on China Airlines is slightly better/premium. We were trying to catch the Snoopy x Starlux flights, but was one month too late. Eva is still on my list to try!
⭐ We just stayed at Langham HK for 3 nights last week. It was an amazing experience with FHR benefits, and we used the $100 credit for afternoon tea in Palm Court. They upgraded us to Deluxe Kings room with city view. Fantastic location and nice swimming pool!
Went to taipei this thanksgiving, got upgraded to King Deluxe Suite at Hilton Sinban! First upgrade to a suite on a hilton property 🎉 also, Jiufen was so beautiful!
⭐glad to hear that the barclay aviator silver is sticking around through 2025, really helps with spend to accelerate to plat pro with AA; would really love if citi has a similar card (like how chase has the quest card for united) that offers better perks than the aadvantage platinum but isn't as exp as the executive card
Would love a video on working towards AA status . If the rumors are true about transferring Citi TYP to AA in 2026 post Citi/Barclays merge, it’d be good to start working on that next
Do you think a 400PQP United milage run is worth it for silver out of NYC? Thinking it might be a waste but never been so close to status w United. A few national flights and one international to Asia lined up for 2025.
I visited Taipei a few years back, and a friend of mine dragged me out to Jiufen on the regional bus (we did the day trip, it was very popular). I loved Taipei, but Jiufen was easily the highlight of my trip. The teahouses on the mountain, cliff views over the water, and narrow shopping streets are something pictures do not capture and absolutely ought to be experienced by anyone who’s spending any amount of Taipei. If you happen to know what other towns Miyazaki is referring to, Sebby, I’d be very interested in learning more because I’ve been chasing that high for years and would love to check out other places like Jiufen.
Yes, it gets unbearably crowded during the day time with all the tour buses, which is why we decided to stay 1 night to explore in the morning/early afternoon and at night. The select food stands in Jiufen are actually good compared to other recommended markets.
Good morning Sebby. Off the subject question. My wife and I are planning a trip to Miami. Is it worth taking a longer layover in Atlanta and visiting the Centurion lounge or Delta sky miles club? Appreciate your advice. Thanks.
Should I get Chase freedom unlimited and head towards the Chase trifecta or get the Capital One Savor and head towards the Capital One duo with Venture X?
I hit pop-up jail for the Savor when I checked pre-approval recently. They would have given me the card, but with no SUB. I haven’t heard of that being an issue at Chase. So, for me, I’d recommend trying for the CapOne Saver first.
Take a good look at your goals and lifestyle. Choose the ones that will beat support that. Im a big Venture X fan and am targeting the duo with Savor card nxt. Best of luck
I’m about $3100 for MQD away from getting Delta diamond I found a round-trip flight I could take that amount. Do you think that it’s worth it? I’ve never been this close before to diamond status
@AskSebby Thanks for the short chat we had on 12/7 at SFO outside the Alaska lounge. I wish I asked for a photo with you guys. My boss behind you swept me away. 😂
I think it's the best deal on FHR since the room rate is usually ~$200 + $100 property credit. Rooms are slightly small and dated, but better than paying $500+.
@ just curious, I have a Venture X and I fly from the east coast to HK, Beijing and Shanghai a lot. What do you recommend transferring my points to. Like Cathay, Eva or? New to the credit card and love your website. Thanksssss
⭐ I need to find a player 2 who can put that kinda spend on cards...(and help pay for it!) Seattle Centurion lounge is awesome. Took my brother and parents there on our way to Alaska this last summer. Definitely more spacious and the cafe is choice 👌
🌟 I ended up getting 46k Hawaiian Miles when they had the 100% bonus sale then converted it to Alaska. I had a redemption picked out for 45k, in AA business but had to change it for family conflict so hoping to find a nice reward from the east coast to europe :D
🌟 How did Mandy reach OWE and do you have any tips to fast track to OWE status? Currently mostly fly Sky Team but the lounge options from One World just look much better.
PHX Sapphire Lounge and DEN Capital One Lounge beat ATL and SEA Centurions. Amex buffets are boring but the PHX food truck and C1 individually plated food are excellent. I was in these 4 and many more in November.
Because I already have status, so I already get the benefits of the Hyatt awards. For drinks, I don’t really drink on flights unless there’s good whiskey. They just go to waste and expire if no one uses them 😉
⭐ Are you the cameraman for the famous @MandyRoams YT channel? /s Target redemptions for 2025 might be Elite Status with AS, the reward bookings for EQM's are too good to pass up. Even for the international lounge access and early boarding alone - for me, is worth it. Likely Starlux J class or Qatar Airlines Q suites.
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hey sebby, I saw you at the Regent Taipei at the breakfast buffet, we were on a hurry so I couldn’t say hi, been a subscriber for years
Say hi next time! :)
Good evening Sebby. Don’t be jealous that Mandy MAYBE getting some more star power, her channel is wonderful, but you are the CC GOAT!! Keep doing your reviews, we look forward to it. Thanks!!
Haha, thanks! 😊
"someone did recognize mandy on this trip, but had no clue who i was..." lol dont worry seb, we are with you.
haha, thanks! :)
⭐️ love Learning from you guys
Another great video Sebby, I watch all yours and Mandy's videos. I'm getting back into the CC travel game, been out for a couple decades. Now just need somewhere to go. Y'all's videos helps.
Thanks! Hope the videos provide some travel inspiration :)
havent even watched it and I already know it'll be great - been hoping for more Asia-focused videos
Thanks :)
The Wing and the Pier. When I had OW Emerald, the sit down food was being done by The Peninsula. Nice fancy food. I asked for won ton noodles from the Noodle Bar. They brought it. Then the table next to me saw what I ordered and asked for that too. 🌟
⭐CSP/VX/Flex for the 5x Paypal! Still eyeing a TPE/ANZ kind of trip next year for 3, so crossing my fingers still! How's Starlux vs China Airlines (and I guess vs EVA)?
I'm a fan of both Starlux and China Airlines! Would happily fly either one again. I think the food on China Airlines is slightly better/premium. We were trying to catch the Snoopy x Starlux flights, but was one month too late. Eva is still on my list to try!
@@AskSebby That's great to hear! Doing YVR-TPE for 4 in J in a few months so will get to check it out!
What's in my wallet? A picture of Daddy Sebby of course.
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⭐ We just stayed at Langham HK for 3 nights last week. It was an amazing experience with FHR benefits, and we used the $100 credit for afternoon tea in Palm Court. They upgraded us to Deluxe Kings room with city view. Fantastic location and nice swimming pool!
When you not hitting sign up bonuses how to get so many points ?
1. ⭐BILT, Alaska Business, Citi Strata (just applied)
2. Loved Shinjuku and the wider Tokyo region.
3. Waikiki for Christmas 2025.
Thanks, Sebby!
Went to taipei this thanksgiving, got upgraded to King Deluxe Suite at Hilton Sinban! First upgrade to a suite on a hilton property 🎉 also, Jiufen was so beautiful!
Awesome!
⭐glad to hear that the barclay aviator silver is sticking around through 2025, really helps with spend to accelerate to plat pro with AA; would really love if citi has a similar card (like how chase has the quest card for united) that offers better perks than the aadvantage platinum but isn't as exp as the executive card
Would love a video on working towards AA status . If the rumors are true about transferring Citi TYP to AA in 2026 post Citi/Barclays merge, it’d be good to start working on that next
Do you think a 400PQP United milage run is worth it for silver out of NYC? Thinking it might be a waste but never been so close to status w United. A few national flights and one international to Asia lined up for 2025.
⭐ How do you find biz award availability for two people? I've been searching for two biz class deals, but they always seem to just be single seats.
Try using a tool like seats aero www.asksebby.com/seatsaero
Very nice! Thank you!
I visited Taipei a few years back, and a friend of mine dragged me out to Jiufen on the regional bus (we did the day trip, it was very popular). I loved Taipei, but Jiufen was easily the highlight of my trip. The teahouses on the mountain, cliff views over the water, and narrow shopping streets are something pictures do not capture and absolutely ought to be experienced by anyone who’s spending any amount of Taipei.
If you happen to know what other towns Miyazaki is referring to, Sebby, I’d be very interested in learning more because I’ve been chasing that high for years and would love to check out other places like Jiufen.
Loved our visit to Jiufen, even in the rain! Will let you know when I discover the town Miyazaki was inspired by.
I love Jiufen as well and even though it was light rain during our visit, it felt even more romantic.
I just got back from Taiwan and went to Jiufen. It was just too crowded and kinda felt like a tourist trap.
Yes, it gets unbearably crowded during the day time with all the tour buses, which is why we decided to stay 1 night to explore in the morning/early afternoon and at night. The select food stands in Jiufen are actually good compared to other recommended markets.
@ I did the night tour …The spot in which everyone takes photos (Tea House) due to Spirited Away, it just felt like no one wanted to move.
Mandy likes the JW M bed not the Regis or Ritz?
Good morning Sebby. Off the subject question. My wife and I are planning a trip to Miami. Is it worth taking a longer layover in Atlanta and visiting the Centurion lounge or Delta sky miles club? Appreciate your advice. Thanks.
I wouldn’t intentionally plan a trip around visiting ATL lounges. If you have ~2 hrs, probably the Centurion. Sky Clubs there are always packed.
Would appreciate more insight into your Asian travel strategies!
What type of insights?
⭐️Any prior reports on the Conrad Hong Kong? Looking at 3 nights there in early March. ⭐️
The rooms are a bit dated, but overall a solid property! Good breakfast buffet and exec lounge.
What brand is your cc wallet? Thanks.
Should I get Chase freedom unlimited and head towards the Chase trifecta or get the Capital One Savor and head towards the Capital One duo with Venture X?
I hit pop-up jail for the Savor when I checked pre-approval recently. They would have given me the card, but with no SUB. I haven’t heard of that being an issue at Chase.
So, for me, I’d recommend trying for the CapOne Saver first.
Take a good look at your goals and lifestyle. Choose the ones that will beat support that. Im a big Venture X fan and am targeting the duo with Savor card nxt. Best of luck
I’m about $3100 for MQD away from getting Delta diamond I found a round-trip flight I could take that amount. Do you think that it’s worth it? I’ve never been this close before to diamond status
@AskSebby
Thanks for the short chat we had on 12/7 at SFO outside the Alaska lounge. I wish I asked for a photo with you guys.
My boss behind you swept me away. 😂
Nice meeting you! :)
Is Amex gold needed to earn me points with rakuten or Amex checking is fine
🌟 Langham in HK is nice for location but yeah the room is super small.
I think it's the best deal on FHR since the room rate is usually ~$200 + $100 property credit. Rooms are slightly small and dated, but better than paying $500+.
@ just curious, I have a Venture X and I fly from the east coast to HK, Beijing and Shanghai a lot. What do you recommend transferring my points to. Like Cathay, Eva or? New to the credit card and love your website. Thanksssss
Hi Sebby, I noticed you don't run the Custom Cash? If you were to, is there a category you would use it on?
Really depends on your spending habits and lifestyle. I don't own a car, but if I did, it would probably be my gas card.
You mean I made it to Seattle’s Centurion Lounge before you did? :: nonchalantly writes on calendar ::
⭐ I need to find a player 2 who can put that kinda spend on cards...(and help pay for it!)
Seattle Centurion lounge is awesome. Took my brother and parents there on our way to Alaska this last summer. Definitely more spacious and the cafe is choice 👌
Love the Seattle Centurion Lounge!
Nice video as always, Sebby! Would it be possible to have a video going over the best way to maximize Citi tank you points?
Yes, on the to do list!
🌟 I ended up getting 46k Hawaiian Miles when they had the 100% bonus sale then converted it to Alaska. I had a redemption picked out for 45k, in AA business but had to change it for family conflict so hoping to find a nice reward from the east coast to europe :D
Hope you get to enjoy them soon! :)
What's a Hyatt Boost?
I've never been this early. 2nd. 3rd? Looking forward to learning something new in this video
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⭐11:30 sebby are you one of those Cantonese kids who failed Mandarin class? Are you one of us??
What gave it away 😂 😅
🌟 How did Mandy reach OWE and do you have any tips to fast track to OWE status? Currently mostly fly Sky Team but the lounge options from One World just look much better.
She did one of the promotional status matches earlier in the year. Enjoying the status while it lasts!
Solid vid! Nice to hear your review of StarLux and in general one world perks, I'm working towards Alaska status currently and looking at Asia trips.
Thanks! Love the Oneworld status benefits!
Maybe should talk about the Regent’s bed lol.
Very firm. Wasn’t a fan.
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⭐️Starlux airline sometimes will release last min business class seats but Alaska miles are more difficult to get 😅
I stocked up on Alaska Miles during the sales last month 😊
I’ll take a GOH!
How was the Cathay flight vs the starlux flight? I LOVED my starlux flight from lax to Singapore via Taipei and now I wanna go to hong Kong 😊
For economy, the Starlux flight felt like it had slightly more seat room than Cathay. Cathay seats seemed like it had more cushioning.
Not Duky boy taking an L!? 😂
Nectar or Costco memory foam much better value
Agree!
What airline are you going use for Amex platinum incidental credit for 2025?⭐️⭐️
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PHX Sapphire Lounge and DEN Capital One Lounge beat ATL and SEA Centurions. Amex buffets are boring but the PHX food truck and C1 individually plated food are excellent. I was in these 4 and many more in November.
Excited to check them out next year!
Also, if you guys wanna check out some first class lounges and still in Asia *and* you have one world status maybe try Qatar's first class lounge!
Next time!
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Thanks for watching! :)
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Yup🤠
🌟 why do you give away free stuff? Do you use it as a write off or is it for us clicking on links & stuff?
Because I already have status, so I already get the benefits of the Hyatt awards. For drinks, I don’t really drink on flights unless there’s good whiskey. They just go to waste and expire if no one uses them 😉
Sharing is caring...and Sebby is a caring guy!
I'm half kidding. One day when you grow up you'll realize the best Asian food is not Michelin crap
Only when I have $100 USD dining credits to use 😉 better than afternoon tea.
🌟 I'm a simple man, everything is coming out of my wallet except my new smartly card getting 4% cashback
:)
Ewwww taipei
⭐ Are you the cameraman for the famous @MandyRoams YT channel? /s
Target redemptions for 2025 might be Elite Status with AS, the reward bookings for EQM's are too good to pass up. Even for the international lounge access and early boarding alone - for me, is worth it. Likely Starlux J class or Qatar Airlines Q suites.
😂 Yes, I'm the cameraman.
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