FTU Travel Expo Chicago 2017 Schedule and Ticket Giveaway

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The biggest-ever Frequent Traveler University comes to Chicago on November 18, 2017.

We have two co-located events:

FTU Travel Expo on Saturday, November 18 at the Chicago Marriott O’Hare:

Register here with code RAPIDTRAVELCHAI, the first 50 registrations get a free ticket! (after that use code FTUEARLY for $20 off)

FTU Signature, two full days Saturday and Sunday, November 18-19 at the Chicago Marriott O’Hare

Register here with code FTUEARLY for $20 off, bringing the price down to $229, a few last minute cancellations have opened up some tickets

We are giving away a number of FTU Travel Expo tickets because we want to welcome all kinds of travelers, from new to experienced. Share with friends and family!

This is not a travel show of destination marketing organizations and travel agencies selling tours. From miles and points to photography, the program is all about great independent travel.

I have put together this schedule by inviting people that I respect and want to hear talk. It is the most diverse program of speakers and topics of any FTU. I hope you’ll enjoy the day!

First-time FTU speakers include:

Becky Pokora on miles and points for real life
Erica Ho on travel gear and gadgets
Erick Prince on diversity in travel
Howie Rappaport on family travel
Kevin Song on AAdvantage
Ric Gazarian on drone photography
Richard Kerr on airline award tickets
Senitra Horbrook on solo travel
Tess Zhao on business travel
Win Schaeffer on Disney

		Stage 1
9:00	9:45	Johnny Jet & Chris McGinnis	How to Be a Travel Rock Star
10:00	10:45	Stefan Krasowski	The 5 Key Concepts for Incredible Miles and Points Travel
11:00	11:45	Tiffany Funk	How to Earn Tons of Poins with Credit Cards Without Harming Your Credit
12:00	12:45	Rudy Maxa & Stefan	Rudy Maxa’s World
13:00	13:45	Gary Arndt	Stop Taking Horrible Travel Photos
14:00	14:45	Greg Davis-Kean	How to Earn Miles Saving and Paying for College and Paying Off Student Loans
15:00	15:45	Nomadic Matt	12 Easy Ways to Save Big Money When You Travel
16:00	16:45	Chris Guillebeau	9 Lessons from Visiting Every Country in the World
17:00	17:45	Erick Prince	How Diversity Benefits Everyone in Travel

		Stage 2
9:00	9:45	Kevin Song	Cubs or Sox: The Case for American Airlines AAdvantage
10:00	10:45	Matthew Klint	Sox or Cubs: The Case for United Airlines MileagePlus
11:00	11:45	Michael Schutzbank	How Airline Alliances Can Make Your Travel Better
12:00	12:45	Jared Kamrowski	How to Book the Cheapest Flight Possible
13:00	13:45	Mike Graziano	How to Win at Flying Ultra Low-Cost Carriers
14:00	14:45	Richard Kerr	Booking Awesome Airline Award Tickets for Beginners
15:00	15:45	Becky Pokora	Miles and Points for Real Life
16:00	16:45	Jen Yellin	Boosting Credit Card Rewards with Shopping Offers and Category Bonuses
17:00	17:45	Jon & Ben	Hotel Loyalty Programs and Discounts for Every Type of Traveler

		Stage 3
9:00	9:45	Erica Ho	Choosing the Right Travel Gear, Gadgets, and Doodads
10:00	10:45	Ed Pizzarello	A Road Warrior’s Guide to Business Travel and Loyalty Programs
11:00	11:45	Tess Zhao	Business Travel: Stand Out with Energy, Efficiency, and Style
12:00	12:45	Ric Gazarian	Photographing the World from a Drone’s Eye View
13:00	13:45	Nick Reyes	What’s in My Wallet and Why: Killer Credit Card Benefits Beyond the Signup Bonuses
14:00	14:45	Senitra Horbrook	Sensational Solo Travel: Building the Confidence to Travel Alone and Have Fun
15:00	15:45	Howie Rappaport	How To Get Your Entire Family Involved in Miles & Points
16:00	16:45	Win Schaeffer	Saving Money at Disney: Flights, Hotels, Meals, and Park Tickets
17:00	17:45	April Peregrino	How to Be a Travel Wonder Woman