Geobreeze Travel Flying $150k+ in First Class Flights Using Points with Victor Cheng from @travelhackvic | Ep 240
Jun 3, 2025
Victor Cheng, known as @travelhackvic, is a points and miles expert who has flown more than 30 premium flights. He shares his transformative journey into travel rewards, revealing how he went from skeptical to savvy about flying first class on a budget. Victor discusses his favorite experiences with airlines like Singapore and Emirates, along with practical tips for booking luxury flights using points. He highlights the importance of flexibility and strategic planning in maximizing premium travel experiences.
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Victor's First ANA First Class Flight
- Victor flew ANA First Class as his first-ever points redemption flight, booking just a week before travel.
- He found availability last minute via a glitch in Virgin Atlantic's partner booking system and paid only 42,000 points.
Mix Cabin Classes for Availability
- Consider booking one-way first class and economy the other way to increase options and save points.
- Flexibility with mixed cabin classes can open many aspirational flight opportunities.
Waitlist Multiple Dates Efficiently
- You can waitlist multiple dates for Singapore Suites with only the required points in your account.
- If a better date opens, cancel the original booking and switch without transferring extra points.