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Back to SearchBest U.S. Weekend Trips You Can Book With Points (No PTO Required)
Episode 46
You don’t need two weeks off work to take a meaningful vacation.
In this episode, we’re breaking down the best U.S. weekend trips you can book with po…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
Japan on Points: How To Book Business Class Flights and Luxury Hotels
Episode 45
Japan is one of the most popular destinations in the world, but traveling there with a family can feel overwhelming and expensive. In this episode, C…
7 months ago
Bilt 2.0 Credit Cards and Bilt Cash: What You Need to Know
Episode 44
Bilt 2.0 launched with three new credit cards and a brand-new currency called Bilt Cash, and the reaction was immediate and brutal. Even seasoned poi…
7 months, 1 week ago
How Many Travel Credit Cards Is Too Many?
Episode 43
How many travel credit cards is too many? It’s one of the most common questions travelers ask, and the answer isn’t as simple as a number.
In this epi…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
Best Travel Credit Cards Under $100 (That Actually Deliver Value)
Episode 42
You don’t need an $800+ annual fee to get real travel value.
In this episode, Chris and Katie break down the best travel credit cards with annual fees…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
What Is a Transfer Partner? The Secret to Using Points Like a Pro
Episode 41
Transfer partners are the reason some travelers get $500 in value from their points while others get $5,000. In this episode, Chris and Katie break d…
8 months ago
Skip the Lines in 2026: TSA Touchless ID and Mobile Passport Explained
Episode 40
Airport security is changing fast, and the new touchless TSA PreCheck rollout is making the lines faster and smoother—if you know where to find it. O…
8 months, 1 week ago
Points and Miles Slang Explained: What Every Traveler Should Know in 2026
Episode 39
Points and miles have their own vocabulary, and if you’re new to the hobby, the slang alone can make everything feel harder than it needs to be. We’r…
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Major Credit Card and Travel Changes Coming in 2026
Episode 38
A lot is changing in the points and miles world in 2026, and most travelers have no idea what’s coming. Today, we break down the updates that actuall…
8 months, 3 weeks ago
How to Visit Europe’s Christmas Markets on Points and Miles
Episode 37
European Christmas markets look magical in photos, and this week Katie proves they’re even better in real life. She just got back from Germany and Sw…
9 months ago