Geobreeze Travel
Julia Menez
A show for anyone looking to level up their award travel lifestyle! Points strategy coach and speaker, Julia Menez, interviews award travelers from all walks of life about their points and miles stories and secrets. You won't find these by simply Googling "best points and miles blog."
The Geobreeze Travel podcast features interviews with a diverse population of award travelers, including voices that are normally underrepresented in larger points and miles blogs and media (e.g. women and people of color). Because everyone should get to talk about traveling for next to no cost.
The Geobreeze Travel podcast features interviews with a diverse population of award travelers, including voices that are normally underrepresented in larger points and miles blogs and media (e.g. women and people of color). Because everyone should get to talk about traveling for next to no cost.
Episodes
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Dec 4, 2025 • 11min
2025 Hyatt Points Sale (Crazy Redemptions)
Dive into the world of Hyatt points and discover how to maximize your redemptions. Learn the art of calculating value and picking the right hotels using innovative tools. Hear tips on stacking suite upgrades for ultimate luxury, plus advanced strategies to stretch your points further. Explore extreme redemptions that could yield over ten cents per point. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned traveler, this episode offers invaluable insights for making the most of your travel rewards!
11 snips
Dec 2, 2025 • 45min
Retiring in Your 40s and Traveling to 17 Countries on Points with Kathleen from Reframe Pod | Ep 265
Dive into the exciting world of financial independence and travel! Kathleen shares her journey to escaping the rat race and maximizing travel points. Discover creative strategies for enjoying rich experiences while balancing frugality. The discussion also delves into whether points benefit high earners more than those on tighter budgets. Kathleen emphasizes the joy of travel now versus strict saving for the future. Plus, learn about the importance of valuing points based on personal experiences rather than generic metrics!
8 snips
Nov 27, 2025 • 13min
Air Canada Points Are Expiring Again: Use Them Smarter Before 2026!
Discover the urgency behind Air Canada's Aeroplan points expiration and learn why planning ahead is crucial. Uncover advanced tactics for finding deals using Seats.Aero, including sorting by points and pricing. Explore creative destination tweaks, like using intermediary stops to save on flights. Get insights on leveraging explore filters to find preferred airlines and understand the nuances of booking stopovers effectively. Plus, Julia shares tips on evaluating itineraries for the best rewards choices!
10 snips
Nov 25, 2025 • 26min
Visiting Almost Every Country by Using Points & Miles with Andy Hicks Ep 264
Join Andy Hicks, a dedicated traveler on a quest to visit every UN member country by age 50, as he shares his incredible journey fueled by points and miles. He reveals his strategies for mixing award travel with budget options, discusses the most useful loyalty programs like LifeMiles and Aeroplan, and tackles the challenges of obtaining visas in tricky destinations. Andy also encourages adventurers to step out of their comfort zones and explore offbeat locations like India and Jordan, offering invaluable tips for aspiring travelers.
Nov 20, 2025 • 17min
November Travel Secrets: 4 Insane Points Deals You Must Book Now!
Discover limited-time flight and hotel points deals that could save you big! Learn about a 20% bonus for transferring Capital One points to British Airways and uncover a rare 15% Amex to ANA opportunity. Julia provides tips on navigating award availability, including checking low-Avios itineraries. Plus, dive into a Wyndham points sale and analyze the benefits of buying points versus cash. Lastly, she shares insights on a 50% Lufthansa miles bonus deal, helping you master your travel strategy!
13 snips
Nov 18, 2025 • 38min
Flying Business Class to South America with Freddy from @pointspanda Ep 263
Freddy Lansky, a points and miles expert and digital nomad, shares his wealth of travel knowledge. He discusses how to navigate the complexities of booking flights to Latin America and highlights changes in airline partnerships. Freddy dives into the best U.S. gateways for South America and the advantages of using Copa's hub model in Panama. He also weighs the pros and cons of award programs like Avianca’s LifeMiles versus alternatives, revealing strategies that could save travelers both points and money.
6 snips
Nov 13, 2025 • 14min
This Will CHANGE The Way You Do Points and Miles (Crazy Lufthansa First Class Deals)
Discover how to revolutionize your travel rewards with the Lufthansa Miles & More program. Learn about a new transfer partner that makes earning miles easier than ever! Julia shares tips for quickly seeding your account and finding sweet spots for low-mileage business class flights. Find out how to book Lufthansa first class with easy, step-by-step strategies and avoid high taxes and fees on your journeys. Plus, she offers personalized tutorials for your unique travel needs!
7 snips
Nov 11, 2025 • 26min
How to Stop Overpaying For Flights with Zach from @_zachgriff Ep 262
Zach Griff, a travel and aviation expert known for his insights into airline loyalty and points strategies, shares his secrets on maximizing flight value. He dives into dynamic pricing, explaining how flexible travelers can benefit from adjusted algorithms. Zach also highlights the hidden value of short-haul economy flights and introduces his innovative tool, Autopilot, which tracks fare drops and upgrade opportunities. With practical tips on monitoring last-minute awards and upgrading cheaper tickets, this podcast is a treasure trove for savvy travelers.
Nov 6, 2025 • 11min
STOP Wasting Your Points: 10 Mistakes to Avoid in 2025
Discover clever strategies to optimize your travel points! Learn why hoarding points can be a costly mistake and the benefits of diversifying your points currencies. Find out how booking one-way segments can save you money, and why transferring points is smarter than cashing them out. Julia shares tips on rotating cards for maximum category bonuses and the power of positioning flights. Don't miss the advice on being flexible with dates and focusing on value over the lowest cost for a truly enriching travel experience!
Nov 4, 2025 • 28min
Booking a $25,000+ Luxury Trip to Europe on Points with Jennifer from @acupuncture007 | Ep 261
In this engaging discussion, Jennifer Dubowski, an acupuncturist and travel rewards enthusiast, shares her remarkable journey in booking a luxury European trip for over $25,000 using points. She dives into her strategic evolution in points redemption, highlights the process of planning her dream trip to Switzerland and Italy, and offers invaluable tips on coordinating family points. From her Swiss Air business class experience to securing a stay at the Park Hyatt Zurich, Jennifer reveals how she maximizes point value while planning future travels.
