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In this episode of the Wonderland on Points Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome our first-ever mother/daughter duo in the world of points and miles: Joy and Mara from @SavvyTravelMamas! Join us as we explore their unique perspectives on maximizing travel rewards at different stages of life. Joy, a busy mom of young kids, shares how their family uses points for quick getaways during school breaks or...

In today’s Wondering Wednesday episode, we’re diving into the exciting world of points stacking! We’ll give you a quick and easy crash course on what stacking is and how to make the most of it with the various cards and portals at your disposal. Stacking is an invaluable strategy in the points and miles game, and you won’t want to miss this bite-sized explanation. Whether you’re a seasoned travele...

Today on the Wonderland on Points Podcast, we’re excited to chat with Jenna, the travel hacking lawyer behind @TravelersInLaw. She’s here to share a down-to-earth look at what you can accomplish in your first year of earning and using points and miles. Jenna tells us how this podcast inspired her to deep dive into the world of credit card rewards. She went from using just one card to racking up an...

In today’s episode of Wondering Wednesday, we tackle a crucial topic that can significantly impact your experience in the points and miles hobby: how long you should wait between applying for new credit cards. We explore various schools of thought on this issue and share our personal approaches to card applications. Whether you’re flying solo or strategizing with a partner, we provide valuable ins...

In this exciting episode, we got to chat with Angie about her unforgettable luxury trip to Greece— funded by points and miles. Discover how she and her husband transformed a $30,000 dream getaway into reality with less than $1500 out of pocket for expenses that were not bookable on points. She tells us all about exploring the vibrant streets of Athens and hopping between the breathtaking islands o...

In today's episode (our 50th!) we tackle the confusion surrounding common acronyms in the world of credit card points and miles. Have you ever found yourself googling terms like SUB, P1, P2, AF, HUCA, and CSP, only to feel overwhelmed? You're not alone! Join us as we break down these terms in this quick, bite-sized episode. Whether you're just starting your journey or need a refresher on points an...

We’re BACK and excited to discuss one of our all-time favorite travel cards! Our previous episode on the AMEX Gold was our most downloaded episode ever, and with recent changes to the card’s benefits and annual fee, it’s the perfect time to revisit it. Although we still highly recommend going back and listening through the older episode because many of the details still apply! In this episode, we’...

Welcome to this week’s episode of our new Wondering Wednesday series! Today, we tackle the question: "Why shouldn’t you be scared of annual fees?" We’ll break down why annual fees aren’t as daunting as they may seem and why you should consider embracing them. Many premium cards come with annual fees, but they also offer exciting benefits and opportunities to offset those costs. In the world of poi...

🚀 Southwest Companion Pass Season is HERE! Join us on this episode of the Wonderland on Points Podcast as we dive into the ultimate guide to earning the incredible Southwest Companion Pass! If done right, this invaluable perk allows you to fly a friend or family member with you for FREE for two years—who wouldn’t want that? In this episode we’ll break down the strategies you need to know to secur...

We’re excited to launch our new series, Wondering Wednesdays, where we’ll tackle one burning question each week in a quick, bite-sized episode designed to answer all your points and miles inquiries. Today, we’re addressing a question we hear all the time in the credit card rewards community: What in the world is 5/24? We’ll dive into the details and break it down so you can fully understand the ru...

Today on the Wonderland on Points podcast, we have the amazing Emily, the mom behind @AMomExplores, joining us to share five incredible and underrated destinations that are perfect for family weekend getaways. We’ll discuss the best airlines to fly for your trips, the top hotels where you can use your points for a comfortable stay, and the must-see activities you won’t want to miss. And be sure to...

This week on the Wonderland on Points Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome the incredible @Amberonpoints! Join us as Amber shares her family’s unforgettable adventures in Amsterdam and London. As a former Assistant Principal turned credit card rewards expert, Amber empowers families to transform their everyday spending into exciting travel experiences. In this episode, we dive into top tips for fami...

On today's episode we sit down with Jen Ruiz, the solo female traveler behind @JenOnAJetPlane. Jen’s journey from a law career to becoming a full-time travel creator is nothing short of extraordinary. Hear how she went from practicing law to gracing a billboard in Times Square, promoting her best-selling travel memoir, 12 Trips in 12 Months . Jen dives into how she leveraged credit card points to...

In this episode of the Wonderland on Points podcast, we're excited to welcome Emily, a fellow points and miles enthusiest, who will help you unlock the secrets to an unforgettable Disneyland trip while keeping costs to a minimum. Emily shares valuable insights on how to maximize your credit card rewards for the ultimate Disneyland experience, from the best ways to get there using your points to fi...

In this exciting episode of the Wonderland on Points podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome back our dear friend Linsey! Linsey and her family of seven recently embarked on an unforgettable adventure through Florida’s national parks, all thanks to the use of credit card points. Join us as Linsey shares the ins and outs of how they transformed their dream vacation into a reality, with minimal out-of-po...

This week on Wonderland on Points, we're thrilled to welcome Abby from @Wayfarenco, a true Cabo connoisseur. Abby has explored Cabo extensively and stayed at numerous hotels using credit card rewards, making her the go-to expert for planning a dream trip to this stunning destination. She also reveals her insider tips for how her family of five enjoys annual trips to Europe, including their savvy s...

What began as a single episode ended up being so jam packed with information that we decided to split it into two. Today- get ready for part 2 of a magical journey as Jo takes you through her unforgettable summer trip to Universal Studios—all on points! In this episode, she spills the details on her top tips and tricks to help you squeeze every bit of fun out of your trip while keeping costs low....

What began as a single episode ended up being so jam packed with information that we decided to split it into two. Today- get ready for part 1 of a magical journey as Jo takes you through her unforgettable summer trip to Universal Studios Orlando—all on points! In this episode, she spills the details on how she scored her hotel, flights, and tickets using her favorite credit card points currency....

This week, we chat with Genni from Lazy Budget Travel Tips about her amazing mother-daughter trip to Spain. Genni, a Chase enthusiast after our own heart, found an incredible redemption using points, allowing them to fly business class and save around $9,000. She started in points and miles after transitioning from the hotel industry and losing the team member discount. To find affordable travel o...

This week, we're thrilled to welcome Kelsey Graves, the fantastic host of the Trip Tales Podcast, as she shares her enchanting weekend getaway to Asheville, North Carolina. Kelsey and her husband, relatively new to the world of points and miles, successfully redeemed Chase points to stay at the renowned Grove Park Inn. To celebrate her husband's 40th birthday, they began their adventure with a sta...

Join Mary Ellen this week as she wraps up her enchanting anniversary trip to Switzerland with the help of credit card points. Experience the thrill of a mountain coaster, an epic sunrise atop Mt. Pilatus, a rainy day hidden gem in Lucerne, and the incredible Lindt Chocolate museum in Zurich. Mary Ellen also shares about getting a quick taste of Madrid during a layover. Discover the best strategies...

This week, we're thrilled to share Mary Ellen's EPIC dream trip to Switzerland! Join us as she reveals how she transformed her dream into reality with minimal out-of-pocket expenses, thanks to the savvy use of points and miles. From breathtaking alpine vistas to charming Swiss villages, Mary Ellen's journey is filled with specific details and actionable tips to help you plan your own incredible ad...

Join us this week as we sit down with Betsey from @HerAlaskaTravels to chat about Alaska Airlines. We cover topics like achieving status, finding award sweet spots, and maximizing your points by flying partner airlines. Betsey also shares her incredible life story, from flying as an unaccompanied minor at age five to working in the Alaska oil fields as an adult. If you're interested in visiting Al...

On today's episode we sit down with Ben from @BensBigDeal to chat about how American Airlines status program stands apart from all others. For example, you don’t even have to FLY on an AA flight before you can earn top tier status! Using tools like the AA Advantage Shopping and Hotel Portals can help you travel like an elite. We learned so many fascinating details about Ben and his background and...

We were thrilled to sit down with Rob Dulgarion from the @TravelPointsRob Instagram page to discuss his incredible journey flying his family of seven in business class, by using credit card rewards points. While this was our original topic, we discovered so much more during our conversation! Listen in to hear about Rob and his wife's luxurious trip to Zanzibar in the coveted QSuites (also on POINT...