Julian Keel
Founder and CEO of PointsPath and former editorial director at The Points Guy and CNN senior travel editor, experienced in frequent-flyer programs and award travel tools.
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Nov 12, 2025 • 38min
Hilton's New Elite Tier & Reward Impacts of the Visa/MC Settlement
Julian Keel, founder of PointsPath, brings his travel expertise to the discussion. They dive into Hilton's rumored new elite tier, requiring 80 nights and $18,000 in spend—does it really offer enough value? They also explore the implications of the recent Visa/Mastercard settlement on points and miles, considering potential increases in airfare. Plus, they talk about ongoing U.S. flight disruptions and Julian shares a milestone for PointsPath, hitting 100,000 users. It's a must-listen for travel enthusiasts!
Apr 15, 2025 • 41min
This Tool Makes Finding Flight Deals Easier Than Ever with Julian from Points Path | Ep 233
Julian Keel, Founder and CEO of PointsPath, shares insights from his extensive travel background, including his time at The Points Guy and CNN. He discusses the innovative PointsPath Chrome extension that simplifies flight searches by showing points prices on Google Flights. Julian explains how it determines point value thresholds, handles round-trip pricing, and offers customizable projections in its Pro version. He also touches on future features, international search capabilities, and smart booking strategies to maximize award travel.
Jan 21, 2026 • 45min
Bilt Changes (Again), A Bad United Idea And A Discount On One Of Our Favorite Travel Tools
Julian Keel, founder of PointsPath and a travel expert, shares insights on the latest changes in the travel landscape. He breaks down the new tiered earning structure for Bilt, revealing potential benefits and drawbacks of the added complexity. They discuss United Airlines' new 24-hour preordering policy for in-flight meals and its implications for passengers. Plus, Julian shares his amusing Uber reinstatement saga, highlighting how a little community assistance made a big difference in reclaiming his travel perks!
