Points Everywhere

There's a lot to consider when deciding which card to open, whether it's your 1st points earning card or your 31st! On this episode I detail the factors to consider when deciding which card to open, and offer some no-brainer options that are solid cards to open for almost everyone.

Capital One Miles are simple to earn and redeem, and offer a ton flexibility. The ability to use Capital One Miles for ANY type of travel purchase makes these points especially valuable. The offer a strong list of transfer partners, and are beginner-friendly for earning and redemptions. Let's dive into the best strategies for earning and redeeming Capital One Miles.

Learn all about the wonders of Emirates business class, plus many points options to get to and from Santorini. I also delve into ways to get around Santorini, and which options will make the most sense for your travel goals.

Santorini is well known for its iconic white and blue domed buildings crowding cliff edges with the Agean sea and sunset background. It is iconic for a reason! The views on essentially the entire island are incredible. This is a destination that I found is truly worth the hype – BUT I will say that there are ways that people typically experience Santorini that I would definitely NOT recommend. Lis...

.Booking hotels on points is a great way to get started with using your points! It is generally simpler than booking flights (because there are fewer variables), so makes a great way to get started. Once you book your first trip, you’ll feel more confident and ready to take on more points bookings. Many trips start with a specific destination in mind, flights are planned first, and hotels come nex...

Booking flights on points can feel challenging at first- that’s ok! A common phenomenon in points and miles is finding it really easy to earn points, and then feel panicked when its time to use them. It IS true that earning points is harder than using them! Don’t get me wrong, there are tons of tips and tricks that can be used to maximize points earning, but it’s learning to SPEND your points wise...

Disney World is high on travel wish list for many families, and for good reason! It might seem like using points and miles to make your Disney World on vacation achievable isn’t an option, but the truth is, there ARE ways to use points lower the cost for your Disney vacation, AND ways to maximize points earning for the portions you don’t book on points! Flights Southwest companion pass United Look...

In this episode I unpack the details of the recent changes to the World of Hyatt Program, and what this means for the future of this beloved points program.

In this episode I share how my family was able to enjoy a trip on points to San Antonio, TX at Hyatt Regency Hill Country. This is an incredible family-friendly resort that we would love to return to! Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas- https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/sanhc-hyatt-regency-hill-country-resort-and-villas Sample schedule of activities at the resort- https://www.hya...

Amex points have a lot of awesome uses, but my favorite use for Amex points are international flights! This is one of the ways to get amazing value out of your points. Similar to Chase, you have 2 main ways to redeem points for travel – portal bookings and transferring points to partners. Portal bookings Pros of Portal Bookings Simplicity Fine Hotels and resorts- With Amex Platinum you get $300 se...

Amex points are some of the easiest to accumulate a lot of. They can be transferred to a long list of hotel and airline partners. I love using these for international flights! Tthe secret to getting more value from your points is transferring points out of your Amex and to partner programs, then booking directly through that program. Amex Personal Credit Cards The order of the personal card applic...

One of the most common questions I get when people are interested in travelling for almost free on points and miles is “won’t this ruin my credit score?” While it IS true that you should have decent credit and your finances generally in order to get started, this hobby does NOT have to hurt your credit score! In fact, I have seen my credit score actually improve since I have started this 2 years a...

One of the biggest hangups when booking award flights or hotel stays is knowing whether or not you are getting a good deal by spending your points, or if booking with cash makes more sense. I don’t book ALL of my travel on points- I save my points bookings for when I am going to get the greatest VALUE for my points. This means that I am able to stretch my points further by choosing to book some th...

Chase points are some of the most valuable points, but you have to know some tricks to get the most value for them. By learning how to transfer your Chase points to partner programs like Hyatt, Southwest, Virgin Atlantic, and Flying Blue, you can get 2-5x the value (or even more!) from each point you redeem. Knowing how to effectively redeem your points is the difference between taking one trip a...

Learn ways to earn lots of valuable transferrable points without having to open a single credit card! If you’re looking to get started earning free travel but aren’t ready to open cards, this episode is for you! If you already have some points-earning cards and want to boost your earnings, this episode is also for you! Bilt Rewards- Bilt – Earn rewards on rent. Rakuten- https://www.rakuten.com/ref...

Chase points are my favorite points! They can be transferred to a long list of hotel and airline partners. The key secret to getting more value from your points is transferring points out of Chase and to partner programs, then booking directly through that program. You do also have the option to book through the Chase portal, however you are very often getting the most value from your points when...

Many people start into points and miles by getting a credit card of a hotel or airline company that they use frequently. On this episode, we will discuss why earning transferrable points is the key to getting more for your points. Why are transferrable points more valuable? Transferable points are FLEXIBLE Can get started without having a goal in mind If one program devalues, you have other option...

Travelling on points is accessible to more people than you might think! A common misconception is that you have to spend a ton of money or travel super frequently to travel for free on points and miles. The truth is, you can leverage your regular expenses, no matter your budget, to earn free travel! I’ll share tips that you can adapt to work for you regardless of your monthly budget or travel freq...

I’m here to help you take your family on amazing vacations for almost free with the help of credit card points and miles. I’m a mom and primary care physician, and I believe that travel is an important way to restore, connect, and celebrate. This podcast is designed for busy people who want to learn how to take unforgettable trips with minimal out of pocket cost, but don’t want to devote a ton of...