Geobreeze Travel

(Disclaimer: Click 'more' to see ad disclosure) Hey there, points people! Today, I'm chatting with Dave from Bilt Rewards. In this episode we dive into Dave’s impressive career working with many of the top loyalty programs in the world!  His revolutionary ideas have shaped much of the loyalty space as we know it.  We chat about the innovations he has made and how listening to the customers have revolutionized the brands he works with and what we may expect in the future of loyalty programs! For those diving deeper into the world of points and miles, consider the Bilt card, which is the only card that allows you to earn points on rent without paying any fees. If you are interested in supporting this show when you apply for your next card, check out geobreezetravel.com/cards and if you’re not sure what card is right for you, I offer free credit card consultations at geobreezetravel.com/consultations ! ➤ Check out the Bilt Card HERE ➤ Waitlist for The Points Accelerator Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 04:37 - How Dave got into loyalty programs 05:43 - What made SPG's loyalty program stand out 09:28 - Building a hotel vs airline loyalty program 12:49 - Do loyalty programs like points and miles enthusiasts? 16:18 - Main changes in customer behavior Dave has seen in his career 19:28 - How do companies view their loyalty program? 21:18 - How Dave chose companies to work with 27:44 - How Dave would like to influence with Bilt's program 29:56 - US Customers vs other countries 32:04 - What to expect in the future of loyalty programs 33:44 - Are companies listening to their customers? 34:51 - Do loyalty programs hate when you sign up and leave? 40:52 - Conclusion == ➤ You can find Bilt HERE ➤ You can find Julia through her ⁠⁠Free Course⁠⁠ (includes hotel upgrade email template) | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Credit Card Links⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube⁠ ➤ Sign up for the newsletter for exclusive access to free coaching calls! ➤ Ask me a question or request a free award search tutorial HERE! Geobreeze Travel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as milevalue.com. This compensation may impact how and where links appear on this site. This site does not include all financial companies or all available financial offers. Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more.

(Disclaimer: Click 'more' to see ad disclosure) ➤ Sign up for free coaching through the newsletter https://www.geobreezetravel.com/free-... ➤ Free points 101 course (includes hotel upgrade email template) https://www.geobreezetravel.com/freec... ➤ Free credit card consultations https://www.geobreezetravel.com/consu... ➤ Seats.Aero: https://seats.aero/r/tffyknc4 Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 00:15 - JetBlue Redemptions 05:42 - Domestic Virgin Redemptions 08:10 - Virgin ANA Redemptions 11:49 - Singapore Airlines Redemptions 16:33 - Getting a higher cent per point with Hilton 21:56 - Outro ===== You can find Julia at: ➤ Free course: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/freec... ➤ Website: [https://www.geobreezetravel.com](https://www.geobreezetravel.com/) ➤ Instagram: / geobreezetravel ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards ➤ Patreon: / geobreezetravel Geobreeze Travel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as milevalue .com. This compensation may impact how and where links appear on this site. This site does not include all financial companies or all available financial offers. Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress .com to learn more.

(Disclaimer: Click 'more' to see ad disclosure) Hey there, points people! Today, I'm chatting with Chris from @thechrisflyer. In this episode we dive into the luxurious world of airport lounges with Chris, a seasoned travel reporter, editor, and strategist. We explore both the current state of lounges, what the future has in store and how to make the most out of your lounge experience! For those diving deeper into the world of points and miles, consider the Capital One Venture X card, which is one of the most popular cards for accessing different airport lounges. If you are interested in supporting this show when you apply for your next card, check out geobreezetravel.com/cards and if you’re not sure what card is right for you, I offer free credit card consultations at geobreezetravel.com/consultations ! ➤ Check out the Capital One Venture X Card HERE ➤ Waitlist for The Points Accelerator Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 04:14 - How Chris got into the game of points and miles 06:04 - Chris' first time in a lounge 08:03 - Cheapest ways to access a lounge 10:33 - Non priority pass lounge cards 11:26 - Worst Lounge? 14:55 - Is going to the lounge always worth it? 15:17 - The best lounge Chris has been to 18:19 - Julia's favorite lounge 19:01 - What is in store for the future of lounges? 26:14 - Long haul flying, it's impact on the body and what's to come 29:18 - Where to find lounge on arrival 31:30 - Differentiation in future lounges 34:10 - Conclusion == ➤ You can find Chris on Instagram ➤ You can find Julia through her ⁠⁠Free Course⁠⁠ (includes hotel upgrade email template) | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Credit Card Links⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube⁠ ➤ Sign up for the newsletter for exclusive access to free coaching calls! ➤ Ask me a question or request a free award search tutorial HERE! Geobreeze Travel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as milevalue.com. This compensation may impact how and where links appear on this site. This site does not include all financial companies or all available financial offers. Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more.

(Disclaimer: Click 'more' to see ad disclosure) Hey there, points people! Today, I'm chatting with John from @JohnsFinanceTips. John, gives his story how he went from a college student leveraging 0% APR credit cards to becoming a full-time content creator.  We discuss the nuances of the credit card ladder, starting from secured and student cards for beginners, moving to mid-tier cards like Chase Sapphire Preferred, and scaling up to premium cards offering extensive travel perks. John emphasizes the importance of aligning your credit card choices accordingly to maximize rewards for whatever your situation may be. John and I also explore the upper echelons of credit card tiers, where annual fees skyrocket, but so do the luxury benefits. We delve into the elusive realm of ultra-premium cards like the American Express Black Card and the JP Morgan Reserve, discussing their high barriers to entry and the exclusivity they offer. John shares his philosophy on credit card points - to earn and burn - stressing on the importance of utilizing points before they devalue. He also sheds light on the importance of being aware of your 5/24 status and strategically planning credit card applications.  For those diving deeper into the world of points and miles, consider the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card. It's a staple for seasoned and new travelers alike. Remember, if you decide to apply for the Chase Sapphire Preferred or any other card, never apply directly through Google – always use a friend or creator’s referral link. If you are interested in supporting this show when you apply for your next card, check out geobreezetravel.com/cards and if you’re not sure what card is right for you, I offer free credit card consultations at geobreezetravel.com/consultations ! And we have the links to the Chase Sapphire Preferred and the free consultation form for you in the show notes as well. And now, on with the show! ➤ Check out the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card HERE ➤ Waitlist for The Points Accelerator Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 3:19 - Introduction to Point.me  4:35 - Discussion on beginner levels of the credit card ladder 7:39 - John’s career progression from college to content creator 9:26 - How John started his journey as a content creator 12:10 - Advice for those with low credit scores and debt 14:14 - Beginner cards for those with low credit scores 15:42 - Transitioning from secured cards to unsecured cards 17:54 - Cash out or save cash back rewards 19:03 - The Bilt card and its placement in the ladder 20:20 - Chase Sapphire Preferred 20:44 - Introduction to travel cards and earning points 22:04 - Introducing hotel and airline specific cards 23:22 - 5/24 Rule 26:09 - Discussing the role of business cards in the ladder 28:09 - Moving to the premium tier with higher annual fees 29:44 - Benefits of premium cards 30:23 - Transfer partners and limitations 31:02 - Prioritizing Chase cards and saving American Express for later 32:14 - Amex Rules 33:17 - Start with mid-tier cards, then move to Capital One and Citi 37:10 - Ultra premium tier: Amex Black Card and Chase Morgan Reserve 41:12 - Earn and Burn! 42:03 - Jon's next cards? 42:36 - Conclusion == ➤ You can find John on Instagram ➤ You can find Julia through her ⁠⁠Free Course⁠⁠ (includes hotel upgrade email template) | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Credit Card Links⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube⁠ ➤ Sign up for the newsletter for exclusive access to free coaching calls! ➤ Ask me a question or request a free award search tutorial HERE! Geobreeze Travel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as milevalue.com. This compensation may impact how and where links appear on this site. This site does not include all financial companies or all available financial offers. Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more.

(Disclaimer: Click 'more' to see ad disclosure) ➤ Sign up for free coaching through the newsletter https://www.geobreezetravel.com/free-... ➤ Free points 101 course (includes hotel upgrade email template) https://www.geobreezetravel.com/freec... ➤ Free credit card consultations https://www.geobreezetravel.com/consu... ➤ Seats.Aero: https://seats.aero/r/tffyknc4 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:34 - Southwest Routes 03:42 - Southwest Hubs 07:16 - Southwest Repricing 13:40 - Lounge Access 17:43 - Companion Pass Strategies 28:47 - Outro ===== You can find Julia at: ➤ Free course: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/freec... ➤ Website: [https://www.geobreezetravel.com](https://www.geobreezetravel.com/) ➤ Instagram: / geobreezetravel ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards ➤ Patreon: / geobreezetravel Geobreeze Travel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as milevalue .com. This compensation may impact how and where links appear on this site. This site does not include all financial companies or all available financial offers. Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress .com to learn more.

(Disclaimer: Click 'more' to see ad disclosure) Hey there, points people! Today, I'm chatting with Taylor from qcgc.io. Taylor shares his unique journey from being a points and miles hobbyist to mastering the niche of gift card reselling. This episode delves deep into how Taylor turned this skill into a profitable full-time business, offering insights for anyone interested in travel hacking and earning more points through innovative methods. We'll explore the strategies Taylor uses for gift card reselling, the challenges and successes he's encountered, and how you can apply these methods to boost your travel rewards. For those diving deeper into the world of points and miles, consider the Chase Ink business Cash. It's a staple for seasoned and new travelers alike. Remember, if you decide to apply for the Chase Ink Business Cash or any other card, never apply directly through Google – always use a friend or creator’s referral link. If you are interested in supporting this show when you apply for your next card, check out geobreezetravel.com/cards and if you’re not sure what card is right for you, I offer free credit card consultations at geobreezetravel.com/consultations ! And we have the links to the Chase Ink Business Cash and the free consultation form for you in the show notes as well. And now, on with the show! ➤ Check out the Chase Ink Business Cash Card ⁠HERE⁠ ➤ ⁠Waitlist⁠ for The Points Accelerator Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 06:06 - Introduction to gift card reselling 08:36 - FAQs about gift card reselling 09:35 - Finding reputable companies to sell gift cards to 10:07 - How to find buyers for gift cards 10:47 - What happens to the gift cards after they are sold 13:41 - Margins o giftcard reselling 15:18 - Gcgalore.com 18:19 - Popular gift card brands. 21:31 - Deals and buying rates for gift cards 22:22 - Example of a deal 24:46 - Nuances of buying gift cards with Amex cards 25:29 - In-store gift card purchases and fraud prevention 26:32 - Starting small and scaling up with gift card deals 27:42 - Tracking and understanding gift card deals 31:08 - Common mistakes with gift cards 33:01 - Tips for avoiding tampered gift cards: check packaging, get educated. 37:33 - Reporting expenses on gift cards. 41:24 - What deal should you do? 45:05 - Gradually scale up and get comfortable in reselling. 45:38 - Conclusion/Outro == ➤ You can find Taylor’s site ⁠HERE⁠ ➤ You can find Julia through her⁠ ⁠⁠Free Course⁠⁠⁠ (includes hotel upgrade email template) |⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ |⁠ ⁠⁠Credit Card Links⁠⁠⁠ |⁠ ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠ |⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ➤ ⁠Sign up⁠ for the newsletter for exclusive access to free coaching calls! ➤ Ask me a question or request a free award search tutorial ⁠HERE!⁠ Geobreeze Travel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as milevalue.com. This compensation may impact how and where links appear on this site. This site does not include all financial companies or all available financial offers. Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more.

(Disclaimer: Click 'more' to see ad disclosure) ➤ Sign up for free coaching through the newsletter https://www.geobreezetravel.com/free-... ➤ Free points 101 course (includes hotel upgrade email template) https://www.geobreezetravel.com/freec... ➤ Free credit card consultations https://www.geobreezetravel.com/consu... ➤ Seats.Aero: https://seats.aero/r/tffyknc4 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:25 - Getting Marriott Status 03:51 - Getting Hyatt Status 10:42 - Getting IHG Status 13:04 getting Wyndham Status 15:30 - Getting American Airlines Status 22:43 Outro ===== You can find Julia at: ➤ Free course: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/freec... ➤ Website: [https://www.geobreezetravel.com](https://www.geobreezetravel.com/) ➤ Instagram: / geobreezetravel ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards ➤ Patreon: / geobreezetravel Geobreeze Travel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as milevalue .com. This compensation may impact how and where links appear on this site. This site does not include all financial companies or all available financial offers. Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress .com to learn more.

(Disclaimer: Click 'more' to see ad disclosure) Hey there, points people! Today, I'm chatting with Jon from @nomascoach. Jon, alongside his husband Ben, founded @nomascoach to guide people in experiencing business or first-class travel without breaking the bank. They leverage everyday activities to build a bank of points and employ lesser-known tactics to boost their travel rewards. In this episode, Jon and I explore the hidden gems of the Alaska Airlines loyalty program. We discuss strategies for accruing and redeeming Alaska miles, the advantages of elite status, and why Alaska Airlines might be the most underrated airline partner globally. For those diving deeper into the world of points and miles, consider the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card. It's a staple for seasoned and new travelers alike. Remember, if you decide to apply for the Chase Sapphire Preferred or any other card, never apply directly through Google – always use a friend or creator’s referral link. If you are interested in supporting this show when you apply for your next card, check out geobreezetravel.com/cards and if you’re not sure what card is right for you, I offer free credit card consultations at geobreezetravel.com/consultations ! And we have the links to the Chase Sapphire Preferred and the free consultation form for you in the show notes as well. And now, on with the show! ➤ Check out the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card HERE ➤ Waitlist for The Points Accelerator Timestamps: Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 03:27 - Introduction to John Nicholsandria from Nomas Coach 03:45 - Reasons why Alaska Airlines is not well-known 04:11 - How John and Ben became loyalists with Alaska Airlines 05:23 - Requirements for earning status with Alaska Airlines 06:04 - Possibility of earning Alaska status for people outside the West Coast 06:53 - Benefits of Alaska status compared to other airlines 11:26 - Earning loyalty points on American Airlines vs Alaska Airlines 12:19 - Benefits of redeeming miles with Alaska Airlines 17:46 - Crediting points bookings to Alaska Airlines for more miles 19:18 - Earning miles with flexible currencies vs specific airline miles 20:08 - Difficulty of earning Alaska miles compared to other programs 22:44 - Value of earning Alaska miles through flying and status 23:31 - Other methods of earning Alaska miles aside from flying 26:44 - Stopovers are allowed in hub cities of partner airlines 30:25 - Alaska offers a companion pass with no restrictions 32:13 - Alaska offers a bag guarantee and compensates with miles 34:36 - Bag guarantee can be claimed through phone call, tweet, or DM 35:30 - Bag guarantee and easy reimbursement process 35:43 - No pooling of Alaska miles allowed 36:08 - Alaska Lounge membership benefits 38:31 - Membership prices for Alaska Lounge and Alaska Lounge Plus 39:19 - Access to lounges with Alaska Lounge Plus membership regardless of ticket class 40:04 - Recap of Alaska Airlines program benefits 43:40 - Free checked wine on Alaska Airlines flights 44:51 - Jon recommends three people to follow for points advice 46:41 - Jon shares where to find him and his partner online 49:00 - Outro == ➤ You can find Jon on Instagram ➤ You can find Julia through her ⁠⁠Free Course⁠⁠ (includes hotel upgrade email template) | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Credit Card Links⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube⁠ ➤ Sign up for the newsletter for exclusive access to free coaching calls! ➤ Ask me a question or request a free award search tutorial HERE! Geobreeze Travel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as milevalue.com. This compensation may impact how and where links appear on this site. This site does not include all financial companies or all available financial offers. Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more.

(Disclaimer: Click 'more' to see ad disclosure) ➤ Sign up for free coaching through the newsletter https://www.geobreezetravel.com/free-... ➤ Free points 101 course (includes hotel upgrade email template) https://www.geobreezetravel.com/freec... ➤ Free credit card consultations https://www.geobreezetravel.com/consu... ➤ Seats.Aero: https://seats.aero/r/tffyknc4 Timestamps: (0:00) - Introduction (1:22) - Overview of Rakuten (2:45) - Comparing cashback offers on different sites (4:10) - Setting up a Rakuten account and benefits (5:33) - Installing the Rakuten Chrome Extension (6:50) - Free Points and Miles Course (7:45) - Stacking Rakuten offers with credit card offers (9:15) - Maximizing AMEX Platinum card benefits with Rakuten (11:30) - Tips for shopping at Saks Fifth Avenue using Rakuten and AMEX Platinum (13:05) - Utilizing Amex Business Platinum card benefits with Rakuten (15:35) - Outsourcing shopping for earning more points (18:15) - Card Pointers Chrome extension (20:30) - Converting Rakuten cashback to AMEX points (22:45) - Linking Rakuten with AMEX Membership Rewards program (24:10) - Utilizing Rakuten for a free ticket to Europe (28:40) - Conclusion and final tips ===== You can find Julia at: ➤ Free course: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/freec... ➤ Website: [https://www.geobreezetravel.com](https://www.geobreezetravel.com/) ➤ Instagram: / geobreezetravel ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards ➤ Patreon: / geobreezetravel Geobreeze Travel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as milevalue .com. This compensation may impact how and where links appear on this site. This site does not include all financial companies or all available financial offers. Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress .com to learn more.

(Disclaimer: Click 'more' to see ad disclosure) Hey there, points people! Today, I'm chatting with Ashley McCurdy from @insearchoftraveler. Ashley has been living an incredible travel lifestyle, staying in hotels full-time while sharing her experiences on social media and teaching others along the way. She's known for her 'bougie on a budget' approach, finding amazing hotel rooms around the world for less than $50 per night! Since 2020, Ashley has been exploring the globe, all while maintaining a weekly budget of $500. Her journey showcases that luxury travel doesn't require a fortune. In this episode, we delve into her life living in Marriott Hotels, discussing how points, miles, and status have made her travel lifestyle sustainable and affordable. Ashley also shares her tips for others aspiring to build a similar travel lifestyle, emphasizing strategies for earning and utilizing Marriott Bonvoy points effectively. If you're eyeing more stays at Marriott Hotels, consider the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless card. Remember, if you decide to apply for the Mariott Bonvoy Boundless or any other card, never apply directly through Google – always use a friend or creator’s referral link. If you are interested in supporting this show when you apply for your next card, check out geobreezetravel.com/cards and if you’re not sure what card is right for you, I offer free credit card consultations at geobreezetravel.com/consultations ! And we have the links to the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless and the free consultation form for you in the show notes as well. And now, on with the show! ➤ Check out the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card HERE ➤ Waitlist for The Points Accelerator Timestamps: (0:00) - Introduction (3:00) - Ashley's journey to full-time hotel living (5:40) - Finding hotels during lock down (6:50) - Picking travel desinations (10:48) - Ashley’s financial situation when traveling full-time (18:15) - How Clubhouse changed Ashley’s life (20:48) - How Ashley is  (38:50) - Life as a digital nomad (42:18) - Conclusion == ➤ You can find Ashley on Instagram ➤ You can find Julia through her ⁠⁠Free Course⁠⁠ (includes hotel upgrade email template) | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Credit Card Links⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube⁠ ➤ Sign up for the newsletter for exclusive access to free coaching calls! ➤ Ask me a question or request a free award search tutorial HERE! Geobreeze Travel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as milevalue.com. This compensation may impact how and where links appear on this site. This site does not include all financial companies or all available financial offers. Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more.