Originally Posted by
SquarePeg
I earn most of my points and miles through credit card bonuses and spending. I don't travel for business but have still managed to rack up a considerable amount of miles/points in just under 3 years and I know there are others on these boards who can put my meager earnings to shame. You don't have to be a business traveler anymore to take advantage of the reward programs if you are looking for free flights and stays.
I'll look into the credit card thing. You still get miles if you pay it off on time so as to not get charged interest, right? Because in that case it'd be basically free miles, and I could pretty much pay everything (tuition, food, day -to-day stuff) with the CC.