Katie Hammel
katiehammel.bsky.social
Katie Hammel
@katiehammel.bsky.social
Content Director at point.me. Traveler, cat lady, word nerd, soft hiker.
New cat who dis? No really, please help name our new cat. Current contenders are Mia, Remy, or Megatron

@darthbluesky.bsky.social you helped name our last cat!
October 12, 2025 at 6:34 PM
How many credit card points do you currently have? Do you know what they are worth? In a recent report from @point.me, we reveal how much hidden wealth Americans have and don't even realize. www.point.me/c/insights/p...
America's $300 Billion Travel Secret: Why Millions Don’t Know They’re Sitting on a Fortune - point.me
A new survey of 2,000 Americans reveals that millions are sitting on travel fortunes they don't even realize exist.
www.point.me
June 24, 2025 at 5:08 PM
A big, meaty piece of content I've been working on for over a month finally came into the world. This is the closest I'll get to feeling like a proud parent (other than watching my cat do "such a big jump!"). Anyways, please read it

www.point.me/c/insights/b...
The Big Business of Points and Miles - point.me
In this report, we shed light on the inner workings of travel rewards currencies and how consumers can make informed decisions that enhance their spending power.
www.point.me
March 27, 2025 at 8:14 PM
I’m taking my first horseback riding lesson in 20 years today and I am ridiculously nervous. I was so good way back when and I know I’m going to be terrible now.
March 25, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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American war planning usually takes place in highly secure facilities. But the Trump administration planned its strikes on the Houthis using a group chat—and accidentally included The Atlantic’s editor in chief, @jeffreygoldberg.bsky.social. theatln.tc/AmsjsuT6
March 24, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Call for pitches: We're looking at launching a destination-focused newsletter at point.me, and I'm looking for pitches from writers with deep expertise in a particular city or region(live in/visit often).
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February 27, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Reposted by Katie Hammel
Exciting news! We're looking for real point.me members to feature in our next TV commercial.

✨ If we pick you to record, you'll score a 1-year free point.me membership ($129 value)
✨ Your travel success story could inspire thousands!

Wanna join the fun? Share your story here: bit.ly/4hZy2zS
February 17, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Reposted by Katie Hammel
My blood is boiling at what the Trump Administration just said at that podium.

On Tuesday, I published a warning on Frommer’s by a 4-decade aviation insider that proves DEI has NOT lowered hiring standards at the FAA or in cockpits.

Share this important story.

www.frommers.com/tips/airfare...
The Big Lie of Aviation DEI | Frommer's
The White House claims diversity threatened airline safety. Here’s proof it hasn't.
www.frommers.com
January 30, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Reposted by Katie Hammel
HELLO: @sfgate.com is embarking on a major national parks coverage expansion today, hiring journalists to cover the American West's most incredible outdoors spaces. We'll be covering national parks clusters in the:

🌲 PNW
🌵 Southwest
🗻 Big Sky Country

Story + Quick 🧵👇 www.sfgate.com/bayarea/arti...
West Coast's largest news site begins major national parks coverage expansion
Major SFGATE expansion will see added coverage of national parks in Pacific Northwest, Southwest and Big Sky Country.
www.sfgate.com
January 6, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Reposted by Katie Hammel
The average cost for a single-day lift ticket in the winter season is an eye-popping $155 in Canada and $260 in the US. So we crunched the numbers on places around the world where it's significantly cheaper (like $13 for a single day lift ticket!).

Here the cheapest spots to ski this winter. ⛷️
November 19, 2024 at 8:07 PM
This one was fun to work on, and I swear this is the year I'm actually gonna do this!
point.me point.me @point.me · Nov 18
Right now is one of the best times of year to get a credit card with a good welcome offer. Why?

In short: If you're like most Americans, you could earn enough for a free flight with the spending you’re *already* planning to do in the next few weeks. 🧵
November 19, 2024 at 7:47 PM
Hi Bluesky. Some fun bits about me:
- content director at point.me; always looking for freelance points writers
- long history in travel content
- live in SF Bay Area; originally from Detroit
- just bought the wrong train tickets for an upcoming trip to Spain TWICE, so clearly a travel expert
November 15, 2024 at 11:08 PM