56. From Miles to Memories: 2023's Best Trips, Deals, and Points Mastery Revealed (Year-End Review)

Today, we're recapping the incredible adventures of 2023, showing you just how limitless your travel possibilities can be with some clever strategies!

2023 has been a year of remarkable journeys and outstanding savings, all thanks to the art of traveling on points. As we scroll through our camera roles, we can’t believe everywhere we have been! It’s been a rollercoaster of accumulating and redeeming points and miles, and we can't wait to share the highlights with you!

So, let's talk about the credit cards that have been our golden tickets to these adventures. This year, we've outdone ourselves, opening more cards than ever before. Just imagine, Jess alone raked in over 2 million points from welcome offers! We dive into the specifics of managing our credit portfolios, sharing insights on the cards we've canceled or downgraded. Remember, our level of activity is intense, but everyone's points journey is unique, and we encourage you to find your rhythm.

Now, let's whisk you away on our 2023 travel escapades. We're talking about luxurious trips to Australia and Italy, fun-filled family trips to Hawaii and Cancun, and more – all booked with points and miles. Each destination was a new story, from the spectacular Emirates first-class flights to the delightful experiences at all-inclusive resorts.

In this episode, we're not just sharing destinations; we're opening up a world of possibilities with traveling on points and miles. If you're intrigued about how to travel more for less, don't miss our free masterclass (linked below)!

So, are you ready to be whisked away on a journey of incredible travels and smart point spending? Hit play and join us as we transform travel dreams into awe-inspiring realities. Here's to making each trip an adventure of a lifetime! Safe travels!

 

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Episode Minute By Minute:

• 01:39 Year of the Inks: A Deep Dive! 

• 02:02 Co-Branded Cards: Explore How Co-Branded Cards Opened Doors to New Possibilities 

• 02:23 IHG Card: A Game-Changer

• 03:05 Venture X and Freedom Unlimited: Power Duo! 

• 04:39 Credit Card Time Travel: We revisit our Credit Card History

• 07:36 Pam Shares Her Unique Credit Card Tactics 

• 10:28 Strategic Exits: Gain insight Into Our Smart Decisions On Which Cards to Keep 

• 20:52 Swiss and Italian Escapes! Relive Our Journeys to Switzerland and Italy

• 21:32 Californian Coastal Retreats: Where the Ocean Meets Luxury!

• 22:36 Texas and Cancun: Texas and the Tropical Paradise of Cancun

• 23:13 Dreaming Ahead: Future Travel Plans! A sneak peek into 2024

• 25:17 London and Swiss Trips! Take a glimpse into our stays in London and Switzerland

• 26:47 Costa Rica to Salt Lake City

• 28:02 Maldives and Miami Adventures

• 28:56 Reflecting on 2023: Reflect with us on the year's most memorable travel experiences

• 34:58 Explore how we maximized value and minimized cost in our most economical trips in 2023