Dreaming of Thailand’s golden temples, street food, and island sunsets, and want to get there using points and miles? In this episode, Bryce, Emily, and Matt share exactly how they did just that, from finding award flights to booking dream hotels on points.

You’ll learn:

How Bryce’s original $20K Thailand redemption turned into 10xTravel’s viral success story
Emily’s experience recreating that trip years later (and what’s changed since)
The best airline programs for Thailand (ANA, Air Canada, Alaska, and more)
Which hotel redemptions deliver the most luxury for the fewest points
How to plan multi-stop routes and avoid 30-hour economy journeys
Insider tips for Chiang Mai, Bangkok, and the southern islands
What to know before you go: best months, routes, and realistic costs

Stay to the end for a listener spotlight featuring a honeymoon booked entirely with points, plus details on the next 10xTravel group trip to Thailand!

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Host Greetings

00:44 Meetups and Community Stories

02:50 Thailand: A Popular Destination

03:36 Favorite Thailand References in Pop Culture

09:20 Planning Your Trip to Thailand

09:47 Best Airline Programs for Thailand

13:10 Air Canada and Other Airline Options

14:59 Alaska Airlines and Emirates

18:49 Flying Blue and Premium Cabin Considerations

25:05 Booking Tips for Thailand

25:54 Travel Experiences in Thailand

26:57 Hotel Recommendations in Thailand

35:13 Exploring Northern Thailand

38:35 Exploring Central and Southern Thailand

41:01 Listener Spotlight and Upcoming Trips

45:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Bryce's OG Thailand Trip

How To Fly To Thailand On Points

Thai Cooking School Recommended by Emily

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