Revolutionizing Your Journey: Travel With Points & Miles Travel Smarter: How to Maximize Every Mile and Point with Julia Menez of @geobreezetravel (Ep. 64)
Have you ever wondered how to get the most value out of your points and miles?
In this episode of the Revolutionizing Your Journey podcast, host DeAndre Coke sits down with Julia Menez, founder of Geobreeze Travel, to break down the best strategies for maximizing travel redemptions. Julia shares her journey into the points and miles space and explains the importance of tracking travel metrics, including cents per point (CPP) and out-of-pocket cost ratios, to ensure you’re getting the best possible value.
They also discuss how to prioritize travel goals, when to opt for luxury versus budget-friendly options, and why transfer bonuses and airline partnerships can significantly enhance your travel experience. Julia highlights Hyatt’s strong redemption value, the best lounges to visit, and the benefits of tracking routes for premium travel.
Whether you’re new to points and miles or looking to refine your strategy, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you optimize your redemptions, minimize expenses, and elevate your travel experiences.
Key Highlights:
- Tracking Metrics: Decide if tracking cents per point (CPP) or other metrics aligns with your travel goals.
- Fun Over Stress: Points and miles should enhance travel, not add pressure.
- Value Over Cost: Travel isn’t just about spending less; it’s about maximizing experiences.
- Minimizing Out-of-Pocket Costs: Keeping expenses low is crucial for budget travelers.
- Hyatt’s No-Tax Redemptions: Standard room redemptions with Hyatt don’t include additional taxes.
- Transfer Bonuses: Using strategic transfer bonuses can significantly boost redemption value.
- Tracking Flight Routes: Helps with planning premium cabin redemptions and maximizing luxury.
- Best Lounges: The Pier Lounge in Hong Kong is a must-visit for Oneworld Emerald members.
- Underrated Travel Programs: Choice Hotels and other lesser-known programs can offer great redemptions.
- Luxury on Short Flights: High-end experiences can still be affordable on shorter routes.
Resources:
- Start here to learn how to unlock nearly free travel
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- This month’s best current card offers
- LTH Online Points & Miles In Depth Course:
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- BoldlyGo Travel With Points & Miles Facebook Group
- Truicity Wealth Management
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