Evolution of the Miles and Points Space, Extreme Tracking & Picking Cards with Grant Thomas

Episode Description

In this episode, Shawn and Grant discuss their experiences in the miles and points hobby. They talk about the evolution of the space, the changing credit card landscape, and strategies for maximizing rewards. They also touch on the importance of organization and tracking, especially when it comes to credit card offers and free night certificates. Finally they dive behind the scenes of upcoming trips, share their love of Scandinavia and discuss how cruise hacking has become such a good opportunity lately. 

Episode Notes

• 0:00 - Introduction to Travel with Grant
• 7:58 - Keeping up with the changing game
• 16:29 - Keeping track of credit cards and various offers
• 21:51 - Dealing with free night certificates
• 28:17 - Are Hilton cards changing again?
• 32:06 - Higher annual fees are a challenge
• 35:04 - Why people shouldn't underestimate InKind
• 38:21 - Behind Grant's upcoming bookings
• 44:03 - Enjoying tons of free cruises

 

• Shawn's InKind referral
• Grant's InKind NYC Article

 

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