Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast

Miles and Points with Joseph Petrovic

Nov 13, 2025
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Joseph Petrovic
Joseph Petrovic, an award-travel fanatic and Zorkfest organizer, dives into the art of maximizing miles and points for jaw-dropping travel experiences. He shares killer strategies for using credit cards effectively, tips on navigating complex loyalty programs, and insights into the changing landscape of travel post-pandemic. Joseph also emphasizes the fun of combining travel with casino loyalty, detailing how Zorkfest fosters community learning for enthusiasts. Plus, hear unique family travel stories, including first-class adventures to Japan!
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INSIGHT

Events Fast-Track Miles Learning

  • Conferences accelerate learning because you socialize with people who share the same niche passion.
  • Joseph Petrovic says events help pieces of the miles-and-points puzzle come together faster than solo research.
ANECDOTE

2018 Was A Turning Point

  • Joseph recounts starting seriously in 2018 after years of casual card use and blog-following.
  • That year he attended four conferences and calls it his game-changing pivot into award travel.
INSIGHT

More Cards ≠ Better Long-Term

  • Welcome offers and perks drove Joseph to hold dozens of cards, but redundancies and rising fees forced pruning.
  • He reduced his peak (~58 cards) to keep only cards he can maximize long-term.
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