Takeoff: A Points and Miles Podcast by 10xTravel 2025 Points & Miles Recap: Top Trends from the 10xTravel Community
Dec 31, 2025
2025 was a rollercoaster year for points and miles enthusiasts. The community debated controversial changes from Southwest Airlines and the end of ANA’s legendary Round the World award. They shared wild stories of extreme lengths for points and discussed what winning a million points really means. With strategies evolving, the hosts ponder if the credit card points game is fading or just adapting. Listeners also got insights into maximizing point balances for future travel adventures.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Match Cards To Your Spending
- Use cards that match your spending patterns to maximize returns, like LaVon's Bank of America Alaska Summit for frequent foreign transactions.
- Check foreign transaction fees and partner redemptions before adding a card to your wallet.
Dynamic Pricing Can Improve Access
- Dynamic award pricing can increase access to cheap awards and help travelers with families find seats.
- Virgin Atlantic's changes opened many low-cost options that make travel more attainable for new hobbyists.
Choose Airlines By Personal Needs
- Favor airlines that solve your personal pain points, like Travis preferring Southwest's new assigned seating for comfort.
- Reevaluate airline choices when policies change to match your needs (legroom, seating, baggage).