Travel Party of 5 | Points & Miles for Family Travel

Next year we've got three big trips on the docket - Thailand, Scotland/ London, and Switzerland/Italy. By mixing cash fares, smart point redemptions, and repositioning, we share the exact math behind paying cash to Asia, and two goals to keep travel calmer and on budget. • booking strategy for a family of five using points, cash, and portals • why one‑cent redemptions lost to Amex travel offe...

Links to Activate Instacart credits: United Cards: https://www.instacart.com/p/chase-united?unauth-refresh=1 Chase Ink Cards: https://www.instacart.com/p/chase-ink?unauth-refresh=1 Chase co-branded cards (Marriott, Hyatt, etc): https://www.instacart.com/p/chase-cobrands?unauth-refresh=1 What if the credits you ignore every month could stock a food bank, surprise a caregiver with lunch, or stretch...

1:1 Points Travel Strategy Session - Book here! What if your weekly groceries, Friday night dinners, and holiday shopping could fuel your next big family trip? We break down a four-bucket system that took us past two million points this year without gimmicks: strategic sign-up bonuses, smart category spending, thoughtful referrals, and powerful stacking tools that turn ordinary purchases into extr...

Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using credit card points and miles and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family. Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 These are all the experiences we booked in Japan using Viator: Our Fave Japan Experiences This episode wraps up our Japan s...

Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using credit card points and miles and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family. Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 These are all the experiences we booked in Japan using Viator: Our Fave Japan Experiences We close out Tokyo with five days...

Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using credit card points and miles and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family. Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 These are all the experiences we booked in Japan using Viator: Our Fave Japan Experiences In this episode we are sharing ou...

Things we referenced in this episode: Adventuring With Annie - How to Skip the Lines at Tokyo Disney in 2025  In this episode we share how we tackled two Tokyo Disney parks as a family of five using points, paid and free fast passes, and strategic timing. From cheap-ish tickets and popcorn hunts to a Frozen ride breakdown with a fast refund, we lay out what worked and what we’d change. • using a H...

Our podcast episode we referenced: Booking a Trip to Japan on Points as a Family of 5 The Photographer we used: https://fleurandhoney.com/ You can absolutely book her direct using the link above. We booked through Flytographer, so if you want to do that instead (or look at other options), this is our Flytographer referral link: https://flytog.co/RAYASAN-AGUSTIN  As always, we appreciate you using...

Ready for an unfiltered look at family travel? Join Raya and Duane as they pull back the curtain on their travel strategies, answering your burning questions about navigating the world with three kids in tow. Ever wondered how to prepare toddlers for their first flight? Our hosts share their trial-by-fire experiences, from eight-month-old lap infants to red-eye flights with layovers. Their practic...

Family traditions don't have to cost a fortune when you know how to leverage travel rewards. On our latest adventure, we whisked our soon-to-be nine-year-old son to Dallas for his birthday weekend, fulfilling his dream of attending an NFL game while creating unforgettable memories. The trip centered around three core experiences: mouthwatering brisket at Terry Black's BBQ, heart-pounding...

Traveling with neurodivergent children requires specific strategies, but it's entirely possible and rewarding when you understand how to support their unique needs. • Mindset shift is crucial - see behaviors as brain differences, not deliberate disruptions • Prepare thoroughly by discussing travel plans and showing destination videos beforehand • Create personalized toolkits with noise-cancel...

1:1 Points Travel Strategy Session - Book here! This is the link from DOC that mentions the 85K in flight Alaska offer - at the time of publishing this the link would not load for me but I'm leaving it here in case it gets fixed.  If it's still broken, here is the regular link for the 80K offer for the new Alaska Ascent card plus the other 2 Alaska cards mentioned in this episode.  Follo...

1:1 Points Travel Strategy Session - Book Here!  Discounted price expires Sunday September 7th at 11:59pm MST.  Southwest Airlines currently offers elevated bonuses on personal credit cards, making it easier than ever to earn the valuable Companion Pass that allows a designated person to fly with you nearly free. • 100,000 point offers available on all three Southwest personal cards until Septembe...

We dive into the unspoken rules of travel etiquette, covering everything from airport behavior to hotel tipping protocols so you can confidently navigate luxury travel experiences with your family. • Addressing common airport and plane etiquette questions like overhead bin usage, seat reclining, and shoe removal • Breaking down the hotel tipping guide - who to tip, when, and how much • Explaining...

Book your 1:1 Strategy Session Here ! Points and miles transform dream destinations from distant fantasies into achievable adventures, opening up the world while presenting the delightful challenge of deciding where to go next. • Our kids' bucket list items reflect their personalities - our 5-year-old wants Asia and Africa because of a song • Our 8-year-old dreams of Miami and Philadelphia to...

Book a 1:1 Personalized Points Strategy Session! We share our strategic framework for deciding when to cancel, downgrade, or keep credit cards to maximize value while maintaining a healthy credit score. • Always keep cards open for at least one year to maintain good relationships with banks • No-annual-fee cards should generally be kept open unless they're preventing you from getting other ca...

WAITLIST: Points Travel Strategy Session - LAUNCHING AUGUST 5TH! Join the waitlist for $50 off when you schedule! In this episode we take you on a journey through our luxurious kid-free vacation at The Cape, a Thompson Hotel in Los Cabos, Mexico, ranked as the #22 best hotel in the world by Travel & Leisure. Our oceanfront suite booked with Hyatt points provided breathtaking views, exquisite s...

Doubling your accounts is the most underrated way to earn more points fast, especially for families who want to travel without doubling their spending.  • Credit card points and miles hobbyists can double their rewards by using a "two-player mode" strategy with a spouse or partner • Each person has their own credit score and ability to open cards, allowing couples to earn twice the signu...

We share our recent stay at the Seabird Resort in Oceanside, California, highlighting our incredible suite upgrade experience and why this beachfront property remains our family favorite. The Grand Ocean corner suite with panoramic views completely transformed our experience, offering ample space and unbeatable ocean vistas. • Booking details: 87,000 Hyatt points for a 3-night stay (29,000 points...

The Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort offers a family-friendly getaway with luxurious accommodations and impressive water features including a lazy river and water slides. We share our experience staying in a penthouse suite and how we maximized our travel points to make this vacation more affordable. • Recently renovated property rebranded from Hyatt Regency to Grand Hyatt • Located 30 minutes from...

Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using credit card points and miles and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family. Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 Lake Tahoe is easily the most beautiful lake I've ever seen, and I grew up in the Finger Lakes of NY state so I feel l...

Frequent Miler Article Chase has refreshed the Sapphire Reserve and launched a brand-new Sapphire Reserve for Business card, both with a hefty $795 annual fee and elevated welcome offers. The changes reflect Chase's push into the ultra-premium card space with enhanced credits and benefits, though the value proposition varies depending on your spending habits and travel patterns. • Both cards...

Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using credit card points and miles and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family. Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 The towering sequoias of Mariposa Grove, the refreshing mist from Bridal Veil Falls, and the unexpected joy of watching our...

[WAITLIST] 1:1 Points Travel Strategy Session - get on the waitlist here! Link to my entire trip planning checklist for FREE!  And make sure to follow us on Instagram! @travelpartyof5  Despite recent devaluations from major programs like Hilton, Capital One, and others, points and miles are still a viable way to travel the world with your family if you're willing to adapt your strategy and mi...

[WAITLIST] 1:1 Points Travel Strategy Session - get on the waitlist here! Travel Freely App - How we keep track of all our cards!  Card Pointers App  And make sure to follow us on Instagram! @travelpartyof5  The intimidating numbers associated with credit card annual fees often mask the real value these cards provide through their benefits and credits when used strategically. • Breaking down how w...