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On my most recent trip to the Maldives, we booked Singapore Airlines from San Francisco to Singapore in business class, but not the flight from Singapore to Male. That flight had to happen in economy class. I even tried to upgrade at the airport but sadly, was told the flight was full. 😢 Jess had […]
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The New Year is a time for reflection and these were our top nine posts for 2023. While some were written and posted in 2022, they were all the most-read posts of this last year. It is always interesting to see what posts are most popular for our readers – did any of these […]
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I still can’t even believe 2023 happened. It was my first full year as a business owner/content creator (and without having to adhere to PTO limits like I did when I was at my 9-5). Alex and Pam are great business partners and allow me to travel whenever I want. 😜 I sure did take […]
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2023 was an incredibly great year for travel for this grandma of 21! Business-class seats, luxury hotels, and wonderful memories were all made possible with credit card points and miles. Here is Pam’s 2023 points/miles recap! Pam’s 2023 Points and Miles Recap January I started the year with a multi-country trip to Japan, Australia, […]
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Today, we’re recapping the incredible adventures of 2023, showing you just how limitless your travel possibilities can be with some clever strategies! Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on YouTube 2023 has been a year of remarkable journeys and outstanding savings, all thanks to the art of using credit card points and […]
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One of my favorite things about using credit card points and miles for travel is the ability (usually) to cancel and rebook when you find a better deal. I was able to make a Maldives last-minute flight change recently when I saw that there was Q-suite availability from Doha. My original return flight was on […]
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In this podcast episode, Alex and Pam are setting our sights on the stunning Maldives—a dream destination that might seem out of reach but is surprisingly attainable with savvy points/milestechniques! Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on YouTube The Maldives, with its peaceful islands and crystal-clear waters, is the perfect example of […]
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Each year, we need to go over our end of year credit card checklist to make sure that we’ve used all of our benefits, where we stand with our free night annual certificates, and utilizing several other types of credits we get with our cards. These are the things that I check out before the […]
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You may think that traveling for free on points and miles is as good as it gets, which let’s be honest, it is pretty great! But, it gets better. There are credit cards out there that not only give you bonus points for signing up but also benefits like access to airport lounges, travel insurance, […]
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In today’s episode, we’re diving headfirst into World of Hyatt’s Globalist status. It’s no secret that we have a bit of a love affair with Hyatt’s loyalty program, and in this episode, we’re spilling all the details on why this particular status holds a special place in our award traveler hearts. Listen on Apple Podcasts […]
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With the benefits of credit card points and miles, it is possible to get a free lunch. Or dinner. Or breakfast. And not just in an airport lounge. Several credit cards have restaurant credits – I just realized that I am not using all of mine and thought that some of you may not be, […]
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This week, we’re diving into the captivating world of Istanbul, where every turn is a discovery and every moment an adventure. Jess and Pam have been there, explored its wonders, and are thrilled to show you how to experience this magical city using the clever art of points and miles. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen […]
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Today, we’re talking about London – a city where every street corner tells a story. It’s a city we’ve explored and fallen in love with time and again, and we’re excited to share how you can do the same, smartly, using points and miles! Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on YouTube […]
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We had a reader mention that she would like to hear how the we travel the world on points and miles and do so safely. I have ALWAYS felt safe, except for one Vietnam taxi story I will share below The three of us often travel without our husbands, so today, I will share some […]
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Have you ever thought about exploring the great state of Texas with your family, but weren’t sure where to start or how to make the most of your points and miles? In this episode, we take you on a journey through some of Texas’ best family-friendly hotels and resorts, and it’s an adventure you won’t […]
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We rarely share posts from others. However, with Costa Rica being such a family-friendly destination, we wanted to give you some ideas of things to do with a family on your trip there. This post is not sponsored. We just wanted to offer you some ideas for family activities for your next trip to Costa […]
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Have you ever wondered what cards we would pick if they were diving into credit card points/miles today? In our latest episode, we unveil the strategies and cards we would go for if we were newcomers in this game of savvy travel. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on YouTube Alex kicks off […]
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I wrote about my recent Hyatt stay in Salt Lake City. Let’s check out what my Globalist Status with Hyatt did for me on this 5-night stay and if it was worth having for this trip. When I checked in, there were not any suites available, but they told me to check back on the […]
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Want to hear what we’ve been up to lately? We thought it would be fun to recap some of the cards we’ve opened and trips we’ve been booking! Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on YouTube In this episode, we’re taking you behind the scenes. We discuss exciting travels we’ve embarked on […]
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Today, I had the option of two different Venture Mile redemptions for my trip to Italy next Fall. I have a multi-city trip planned starting in Rome, on to Lake Como, and finishing in Cinque Terre. In Rome and Lake Como, I will use Hyatt hotels for my stays, but there are no chain hotels […]
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I’ve found a new place to position myself for flights to Europe. I had to find last-minute flights to Europe this summer and ended up positioning through the Calgary Airport. I was pleasantly surprised and hope to do it in the future. You might also consider it a place to position as it is not […]
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