# Daily Drop

Daily Drop is an American travel website and daily email newsletter that provides information on travel deals, frequent flyer miles, and credit card rewards. The platform publishes travel tips, strategies for maximizing points and miles, and analysis of loyalty programs. It was founded in 2019 by Nate Buchanan and has grown into a travel platform providing information on how to optimize travel rewards and travel expenses.

## History

Daily Drop was founded in 2019 by Kara and Nate Buchanan, known for their travel YouTube channel Kara and Nate. The couple initially set out to visit 100 countries, documenting their experiences and learning how to leverage travel rewards effectively. Their expertise in points and miles led to the creation of Daily Drop, aimed at simplifying travel rewards for a broader audience.
In October 2024, Daily Drop rebranded its premium membership service, previously known as FareDrop, to Daily Drop Pro. The original service, launched under the name FareDrop, offered flight deal alerts and travel savings strategies. The rebranded version, Daily Drop Pro, expanded to include real-time award travel search tools across multiple airlines and hotel loyalty programs.
Since its launch, Daily Drop has expanded beyond the newsletter to include travel tools, editorial content, and a weekly YouTube series. Daily Drop has been discussed and cited in travel and technology sections of media outlets such as Forbes, 9to5Mac, Thrillist, The Skimm and more.

## Products and Services
### Daily Drop Newsletter

The Daily Drop email newsletter provides daily travel updates, including flight and hotel deals, frequent flyer strategies, and credit card rewards information. The content focuses on travel-related financial strategies and points-based travel opportunities.

### Daily Drop Pro

Previously known as FareDrop, Daily Drop Pro is a premium membership service launched to assist travelers in finding and booking award travel deals. As of 2025, Daily Drop is available on both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The service includes:
* Real-time search for flight and hotel award availability.
* Personalized alerts for limited-time travel deals.
* Optimization tools for maximizing frequent flyer miles and credit card rewards.

### Editorial Content and News Coverage

Daily Drop publishes editorial content covering:
* Travel news and industry trends.
* Frequent flyer programs and loyalty schemes.
* Credit card reviews and financial insights related to travel rewards.
The website features in-depth articles on optimizing travel expenses, understanding credit card benefits, and leveraging airline and hotel loyalty programs.

### YouTube and Educational Content

Daily Drop maintains a YouTube channel, hosted by Brendan Paules, which provides insights into credit card rewards, airline loyalty programs, and travel deals. The platform also offers editorial content and guides on its website, covering travel strategies and financial tips related to travel rewards.

## Key People

* Nate Buchanan – Founder.
* Benji Stawski – Content Director, overseeing editorial strategy. Stawski joined Daily Drop in 2025 and previously worked at CNBC and The Points Guy
* Mike Dodge – Head writer, responsible for content curation for the Daily Drop newsletter.
* Brendan Paules – Travel rewards expert and host of Daily Drop’s YouTube series.

## Reception and Impact

Daily Drop has been recognized for its accessible approach to travel rewards, catering to travelers looking to maximize their loyalty points without extensive research. The platform has been featured in several major publications, including:
* 9to5Mac – Best Modern Travel Apps on iOS (2023)
* Thrillist – Best Travel Deals & Cheap Flights
* Forbes – Best Time to Buy Flights
* Business Insider – Coverage on travel savings strategies
* The Skimm – Travel Hack: Credit Card Points Tips
The company has amassed over 1.4 million subscribers, establishing itself as a notable resource in the travel rewards space.
Daily Drop Pro has been noted for its user-friendly interface and customizable search options for award travel. However, some reviewers mention limited airline integration and occasional search inaccuracies. Users are advised to verify availability directly with airlines and hotels.