58. Traveling on Points Simplified: Overcome Common Pain Points with Our Expert Tips

Points Talk with the Travel Mom Squad

Alex, Pam and Jess

Places & Travel, Education, Society & Culture, How To

4.9 • 734 Ratings

🗓️ 9 January 2024

⏱️ 39 minutes

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Summary

Interested in traveling on points and miles but find it a bit overwhelming? You're not alone. With so many cards and rules to consider, it can feel like a daunting task. But don't worry, we're here to help simplify it all for you!

In this episode, we're tackling the most common pain points, making the journey into this exciting world more accessible and less intimidating. We demystify the complexities of booking with points. Whether it's the best time to book, understanding the points needed for different trips, or the art of finding award flights, we've got you covered.

Each traveler's approach is unique, and we're here to show you how flexibility and a personalized strategy can lead to incredible travel experiences. Whether you're after simplicity or the highest value per point, aligning your tactics with your travel goals is crucial.

One concern many award travelers share is the fear of running out of credit card options. We address this by sharing sustainable strategies and insights into the ever-evolving world of travel credit cards. Plus, we offer tips for beginners feeling overwhelmed, emphasizing the importance of starting small and gradually building your skills.

This episode is packed with actionable advice and real-life examples to help you navigate the points and miles landscape. If you're looking to make 2024 a year filled with adventure and smart travel choices, this conversation is a must-listen!

So, why wait? Hit play to join us on this exciting episode and start turning your travel dreams into reality. And don't forget to check out our free masterclass below, offering even more insights to help make 2024 your year of unforgettable, nearly free travel. Happy traveling and here's to exploring more of the world in 2024!

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Links For This Episode:

Beginner’s Guide to Travel on Points:

https://travelmomsquad.ck.page/beginnerguide
Travel Freely App: https://my.travelfreely.com/app_store?bref=hms

Episode Minute By Minute:

00:00 Introduction to the Most Common Pain Points
01:21 Understanding the Basics of Booking in Advance
05:58 How Many Points Do You Need for a Trip?
11:28 Mastering the Art of Award Searches
18:29 Maximizing the Value of Your Points and Miles
23:44 Addressing the Fear of Running Out of Cards
28:33 How to Stay Organized and Not Become Overwhelmed
38:02 Encouragement and Next Steps to Stress-Free Travel!

Transcript

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0:00.0	You're listening to Points Talk with the Travel Mom Squad, previously known as the Travel Hacking Mom Show.
0:05.8	Follow the links in the show notes to stay up to date with what the Travel Mom Squad has been up to.
0:10.4	Does the idea of travel hacking seem appealing but also stress you out?
0:14.8	So many cards, so many rules, and not enough time to learn at all?
0:18.9	It might seem overwhelming, but we're here to show you how
0:21.7	you can do it too. In today's episode, we're addressing some of the most common travel hacking
0:26.5	pain points. By the end of this episode, we'll have you ready to take the plunge into the wonderful
0:31.5	world of travel hacking. Welcome to the Travel Hacking Mom Show. We are three moms who've
0:37.4	discovered how to leverage
0:38.6	credit card welcome offers to get hundreds of thousands of dollars in travel expenses for
0:43.0	nearly free. We've used credit card points and miles to take vacations to places like Hawaii,
0:48.3	Paris, Greece, the Maldives, Italy, and so much more. And the best part? we each still have an 800 plus credit score. Imagine being
0:56.2	able to book a vacation without having to check your bank account. It's totally possible and we're
1:00.6	here to show you how. Hey, I'm Alex. And I'm Pam, Alex's mom. And I'm Jess. We are travel hacking
1:08.2	moms. So we know that travel hacking can seem really overwhelming.
1:13.8	Today we're addressing some of your top pain points when it comes to travel hacking.
1:18.8	We're hoping that by the end of this episode, you feel a little bit more comfortable with
1:23.1	travel hacking and are ready to jump in and make 2024 the year of nearly free travel.
1:30.7	So I am going to kick it off with our first pain point.
1:35.1	And that is we often hear to get the best use of points.
1:39.4	Do you have to book super far in advance?
1:43.2	Here's what I like to tell people. The more control that you want to
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