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Flying High with SkyMiles: Insider Strategies from Delta’s Biggest Fan @Janelleonajet (Ep. 57)
How do you blend a lifelong passion for flying with the fast-paced world of points and miles?
In this episode, host DeAndre Coke sits down with travel influencer and Delta enthusiast Janelle Rupkalvis. Drawing on her upbringing in a family of private pilots, Janelle recounts how she transitioned from early flying experiences to mastering Delta SkyMiles strategies. She also discusses Delta’s newest innovations unveiled for their 100-year anniversary, including partnerships with Uber and enhanced in-flight amenities.
Beyond tips for earning and redeeming miles, Janelle highlights valuable insights into handling travel disruptions—such as delayed baggage compensation in miles—and the importance of social media tagging for potential brand collaborations. From texting airlines for faster resolutions to leveraging regional compensation policies, Janelle demonstrates how travelers can stay calm, polite, and proactive in any situation. Tune in to discover her aspirations for exploring luxury travel opportunities, group adventures, and more in the near future.
Key Highlights:
Family Influence: Janelle’s early love for flying grew from her family of private pilots.
Points and Miles Advocacy: Her passion for travel rewards took off once she learned about the power of SkyMiles.
Delta’s 100-Year Anniversary: Exciting announcements include new partnerships with Uber and upgraded in-flight experiences.
Brand Tagging: Engaging with brands on social media can open doors to influencer partnerships.
Delayed Baggage Compensation: Delta offers miles as reimbursement, a lesser-known but helpful policy.
SkyMiles Success: Janelle amassed over 204,000 SkyMiles in one year by combining multiple earning strategies.
Texting Airlines: A faster way to resolve issues rather than waiting in line or on hold.
Regional Policies: Knowledge of local compensation rules can significantly enhance your travel benefits.
Luxury Travel Goals: Janelle looks forward to expanding her high-end travel experiences and group trips.
Bakir is a marketing manager with over a decade of experience in the variety of industries. Before receiving his Bachelor’s Degree in English Language and Literature, Bakir’s passion for information technology resulted in him starting his career as an IT clerk. After graduating from college, he embarked upon the journey in the digital marketing world, combining his passion for writing and his extensive knowledge in the IT industry. Bakir’s wide range of interests have resulted in him taking on various positions such as Social Media Specialist, Content Specialist, Account Manager and Copywriter. His mantra is ““Everything is learnable” and he works hard to stay up-to-date on the latest, constantly changing digital trends. When he isn’t working, you will find Mr. Djulich spending quality time with friends and family, reading a book, or exploring the latest from the tech and gaming industry.
