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Welcome to Ben's Big Deal, where your travel aspirations meet expert guidance. With expert advice, personalized guidance, and insider tips, we're here to help you navigate the world of travel rewards, maximize your earning potential, and embark on unforgettable adventures
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Unveiling the Journey Behind Ben's Big Deal
Meet Ben Komenkul: Your Trusted Travel Expert
Ben's Big Deal has been a passion project since 2015. As a business traveler for over 10 years, he has earned top tier status with American Airlines and Hyatt since 2015.
He has a passion for travel using points and miles but with a focus on maximizing benefits by earning elite status and finding cash deals. Ben has been an avid member of the points and miles community. Respected for his insight and generosity to share his experience in FB, Clubhouse, IG, and TikTok. He has been a highly sought after speaker at Industry events for Frequent Traveler University, Chicago Seminar, Finance Buzz, WIN, and TravelZork.
An Unforgettable, Life-Changing Adventure Awaits!
Discover Thailand Like Never Before with Ben’s Big Deal! 🇹🇭✨
📅 January 17 – 27, 2026
📍 Bangkok | Ayutthaya | Phuket | Phang Nga
Imagine 10 days in Thailand, fully planned for you, with a small group of travelers who share a passion for culture, hospitality, and food. This isn’t just another vacation—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime journey designed for those who love authentic experiences, luxury, and adventure.
With Ben’s Big Deal, you’ll experience Thailand like a true insider—from exploring ancient temples and indulging in world-class street food to relaxing on pristine beaches and cruising through emerald waters.
Stress-Free Planning
We handle everything so you can just enjoy the adventure. Flights, transfers, hotels, meals, and curated experiences are all arranged for you.
Expert Local Guides
Ben and his team are experienced travelers who speak both Thai and English, ensuring a deeper, more immersive experience.
Culture & History
Visit the Grand Palace, Temple of the Emerald Buddha, and the ancient capital of Ayutthaya on a private boat ride.
Food Lover’s Paradise
From Michelin-starred street food to rooftop dining and fresh seafood, you’ll taste Thailand’s best flavors throughout the trip.
Luxury & Adventure Combined
Stay in 5-star hotels, enjoy a private catamaran yacht cruise, go snorkeling in Coral Island, and kayak through caves in Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island.
Unique & Fun Activities
Tuk-tuk night food tours, traditional Thai massages, cooking classes, and free time to explore the best shopping, markets, and nightlife.
Learn How to Fly in Style
We handle everything so you can just enjoy the adventure. Flights, transfers, hotels, meals, and curated experiences are all arranged for you.
An Unforgettable, Life-Changing Adventure Awaits!
Pricing & Limited Spots!
🏨 Double Occupancy (Shared Room) – $5,299 per person
🏨 Single Occupancy (Private Room) – $6,199 Early Bird ($6,499 after March 1, 2025)
🌟 This is more than a trip—it’s an experience that will change how you see the world.
Spots are limited—reserve yours now! 🇹🇭✨
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Learn the right way to apply for credit cards and the road to accumulate 1 million points
In our comprehensive Masterclass, learn the strategic approach to credit card applications that leads you on the path to accumulating 1 million points. Maximize rewards and transform your travel possibilities!
Learn how airline miles can turn into beds for your family
Join us to uncover the insider techniques for leveraging airline miles, ensuring you and your loved ones enjoy the ultimate comfort of lie-flat beds during your travels. Upgrade your flying experience with ease!
Learn how to book 5 star hotel for free and BBD Bonus upgrade to suite
Experience luxury like never before with our Masterclass on hotel rewards. Discover how to secure free stays at prestigious 5-star hotels and elevate your accommodation to a suite – all made possible through savvy points management.
Learn how to get free travel insurance and never pay for travel insurance again
Join us to uncover the insider techniques for leveraging airline miles, ensuring you and your loved ones enjoy the ultimate comfort of lie-flat beds during your travels. Upgrade your flying experience with ease!
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Join My Free Points and Miles Newsletter
Learn the right way to apply for credit cards and the road to 1 million points
In our comprehensive Masterclass, learn the strategic approach to credit card applications that leads you on the path to accumulating 1 million points. Maximize rewards and transform your travel possibilities!
Learn how to use airline miles for lie flat beds for you or your whole family
Join us to uncover the insider techniques for leveraging airline miles, ensuring you and your loved ones enjoy the ultimate comfort of lie-flat beds during your travels. Upgrade your flying experience with ease!
Learn how to get luxury 5 star hotel for free, then get upgraded to a hotel suite for free( with points)
Experience luxury like never before with our Masterclass on hotel rewards. Discover how to secure free stays at prestigious 5-star hotels and elevate your accommodation to a suite – all made possible through savvy points management.
Learn how to get free travel insurance and never be afraid to pay or ( not pay) an annual free again.
Say goodbye to worries about travel insurance costs and annual fees. Learn the tricks of the trade to access free travel insurance and navigate credit card perks confidently, saving you money and providing peace of mind on your journeys.
Bens Featured Events & Classes
Ben's Big Deal Hotel Secrets Masterclass
Join the First Course Ever of Its Kind
Ready to unlock the secrets to maximizing hotel points and saving BIG on travel? Ben’s Big Deal Hotel Secrets Masterclass is your exclusive chance to take a deep dive into hospitality rewards, hotel points programs, and insider strategies to make every stay more rewarding!
This exclusive program offers lifetime access to masterclasses, personalized 1:1 coaching, 24/7 support, and insider knowledge to help you maximize every point you earn. You’ll also get VIP access to global points conferences, group coaching sessions, and so much more.
What You’ll Get:
LIVE Zoom Coaching – Feb 10-13, 2025
Learn the best-kept secrets of hotel programs
Master points stacking & redemptions to save thousands
Discover how to get luxury stays for a fraction of the price
Exclusive insights from an expert in the industry
Spots are LIMITED for this intimate coaching experience. Don’t miss out!
Take control of your travel future and unlock unparalleled benefits, starting today.
Luxury Travel Mastery
Ready to Unlock a Lifetime of Luxury Travel?
Imagine flying first class, staying in 5-star hotels, and experiencing luxury travel—all while using points and miles. With the
Ben's Big Deal All-Inclusive Lifetime Mentorship Package, you can turn your travel dreams into reality.
This exclusive program offers lifetime access to masterclasses, personalized 1:1 coaching, 24/7 support, and insider knowledge to help you maximize every point you earn. You’ll also get VIP access to global points conferences, group coaching sessions, and so much more.
What You’ll Get:
Lifetime Airline and Hotel Masterclasses: Always stay ahead of the game with unlimited updates.
1:1 Coaching: Two private sessions with Ben, tailored to your travel goals.
24/7 Support: Ongoing access for $197/month to expert advice whenever you need it.
Group Coaching and Community: Weekly calls and a supportive IG chat group.
Private Annual Coaching: Three personalized coaching sessions each year.
Your Luxury Travel Journey Starts Here
Take control of your travel future and unlock unparalleled benefits, starting today.
Airline Points Academy
Master Points Travel & Jet-Set for Less
Join our exclusive live ZOOM coaching course and unlock the secrets to free flights and luxury getaways. Led by seasoned experts, our comprehensive curriculum simplifies points travel, empowering you to explore exotic destinations without breaking the bank. Ready to elevate your travel game? Enroll now!
What Will You Learn?
Earn the Right Points
Unlock Exotic Destinations
Learn from the Best
Hotel Master Class
Unlock the World of Hotel Rewards
Welcome to Ben's Big Deal Hotel Masterclass, where you'll learn how to earn points for free hotel nights, upgrade to luxury experiences, and enjoy exclusive perks. Become a Hotel Guru and join our live Zoom sessions to master the art of hotel rewards.
What Will You Learn?
Unlock VIP Treatment
Discover Insider Strategies
Win Hotel Relationships
Master Top Hotel Chains
Leverage Elite Perks
Ben's Big Deal on the go
My Brand New Podcast featured on Business Travel 360Spotify, Apple Podcast, Pandora, and more...
Ben's Big Deal is now a featured Podcast on our new Partner Business Travel 360 PodcastThe Ben's Big Deal Podcast is for anyone interested in getting a great deal with an airline, hotel or credit card.
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Best Credit Card for Beginners (No Annual Fee)
If you’re new to earning and redeeming travel points, start with a great travel card that offers:
A generous welcome bonus
Primary rental car protection
Better earnings for daily spending than cashback cards
Superior purchase protection
No foreign transaction fees
Trip delay protection
Best Credit Card for Small Business
My biggest mistake was not realizing how valuable business credit cards are for travel goals.
Any small business can qualify, including selling on Facebook Marketplace, driving for Uber, or any non-W-2 income.
Business cards have higher initial spend thresholds but offer great welcome bonuses and lucrative points-earning categories. Let me show you my favorite cards.
Best Credit Card for Airport Lounge Access
Tired of paying $7 for water at the airport or want a free meal before your flight?
As a business traveler, lounge access has saved me thousands on airport food and drinks. The right premium credit card can feed you and your kids for free, significantly lowering your travel costs. I save at least $100 every time my family and I use a lounge. Let me share my favorite cards with you.
Best No Annual Fee Credit Card
Not all travel credit cards require an annual fee.
This starter card lets you earn points for Hyatt, Marriott, IHG Hotels, United, and Southwest Airlines. It also offers primary rental car protection, no foreign transaction fees, travel delay protection, business class flights, and rent payments with no fee.
Best Airline Credit Cards
Some of my favorite airlines offer co-branded credit cards with elite perks like:
Free checked bags
More discounted award seats
Free companion tickets
Airport lounge access
These cards are best for frequent travelers or a specific airline strategy. I recommend collecting transferable points from bank or loyalty programs first. If you have a specific airline goal, these cards offer great perks.
Best Credit Card for Beginners (No Annual Fee)
I love earning extra points with hotel co-branded credit cards. Their perks include:
Free night certificates for renewing the card
Elite night credits for status
Automatic elite status
Extra points
Before applying, consider flexible bank programs.
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OUR TESTIMONIALS
Client's Feedbacks
I just want to commend BensBigDeal on the classes he offers; their value
exceeds the nominal cost of the classes, Ben really is an expert in the area of Travel Hacking and that wisdom is far more valuable than the exhaustive hours it would take for me to research on my own.
The live interaction and being able to ask questions on the fly during a live course outweighs any blog or post.
The amazing added benefit of his courses is that it doesn’t stop with the end of the class; he always finds time to answer my travel questions (not taking advantage of his time) even though he could easily ask to charge me.
At the end of day, we are going to spend money.
It’s up to everyone on how they will best leverage their dollars and I personally would rather spend the money on educating myself on how to be effective in my travel than make costly mistakes.
I consider the courses I’ve taken as an investment into my education on Travel Hacking and leveraging that learning into taking amazing trips and building lifetime memories with my family.
Thank you Ben!
Kendrea C.
March 31, 2023
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Did you know that airline points and miles can be used for more than just flights?
You can also use them for hotel stays, car rentals, and even cruises. At Ben's Big Deal, we'll teach you how to maximize your points and miles so you can travel more for less.
Find out what Ben can do for you. To schedule a consultation, call Ben at 213-516-5261.
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