Geobreeze Travel

Julia Menez
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Jan 4, 2024 • 28min

AMA: How Much I Made, What I'm Hiring for, Biggest Expenses, and 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 00:30 - Emirates vs Qsuites 02:10 - Is traveling as a job less fun? 03:11 - How does Julia time manage? 04:00 - Passive Income Ideas 05:19 - Julia's loyalty programs 06:00 - Why can't that be said on Instagram? 06:32 - Biggest misconception about influencers 07:11 - Julia's client services 07:44 - How many points should you have? 09:02 - Should you get a Bilt card if you own a house? 10:47 - How many cards Julia and her husband have 12:19 - Julia's obsession! 13:30 - Julia's Patreon benefits 14:33 - How much Julia saved for retirement 15:19 - How much Julia makes 17:16 - Julia's investments and toys 18:23 - How to become a creator 20:39 - Julia's non travel hacking hobbies 21:03 - Julia's bikini pics? 22:17 - How much Julia made as an actuary 23:05 - How Julia spends her money 24:02 - Julia's accounting strategies 25:07 - How to be as cool as Julia! 26:56 - 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.
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Jan 2, 2024 • 39min

Expert Shopping Strategies for Maximizing Travel with Jen from dealswelike.com | Ep 166

(Disclaimer: Click 'more' to see ad disclosure) Hey there, points people! Today, I'm chatting with Jen from DealsWeLike.com In this episode we dive into Jen’s journey from a 9-5 career in consulting to running her own points and miles blog!  We go over many of the unique hurdles you may face as an avid travel hacker such as buying points, flying business vs economy, how to acquire a companion pass for multiple programs, maximizing shopping deals and so much more! For those looking to acquire a Southwest Companion Pass and/or fill your Southwest Points bank, consider the Southwest Credit cards that will jumpstart your points earning and fast track you to that companion pass!  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 Southwest Premier Card HERE ➤ Check out the Southwest Priority Card HERE ➤ Check out the Southwest Plus Card HERE ➤ Waitlist for The Points Accelerator Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 04:02 - How Jen got into points and miles 05:50 - Jen's favorite deals 07:58 - Finding mistake fares 09:10 - Favorite mistake fare 10:48 - Do you always need to fly Business class? 11:44 - Finding deals 13:03 - Instagram vs reality 14:11 - Comparing and contrasting companion passes 23:11 - Mileage runs 25:18 - When to buy points 29:45 - The best shopping deals? 36:01 - Jen's #1 piece of advice 36:20 - Jen's recommendation and outro == ➤ You can read Jen’s Blog 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.
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Dec 28, 2023 • 29min

Tutorials: Traveling The Middle East with Points and Miles

(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 - Las Vegas to Cairo 05:06 - Booking a hotel in Cairo 06:13 - Cairo to Dubai 11:28 - Booking a Dubai hotel 13:40 - Dubai to Istanbul 16:21 - Booking a hotel in Turkey 18:04 - Istanbul to Vegas 20:48 - A night in London 23:10 - Total cost of trip 29:08 - Conclusion ===== 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.
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Dec 26, 2023 • 41min

Creating World Class Loyalty Programs with Dave from Bilt Rewards | Ep 165

(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.
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Dec 21, 2023 • 22min

Tutorials: The Best Points and Miles Redemptions for December 2023

(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.
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Dec 19, 2023 • 37min

The Lounge Episode with Chris Dong from @thechrisflyer | Ep 164

(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.
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Dec 12, 2023 • 44min

What Card is Right for You? with John from @JohnsFinanceTips | Ep 163

(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.
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Dec 7, 2023 • 29min

Tutorials: Maximizing the Southwest Program

(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.
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Dec 6, 2023 • 49min

Rapidly Earning Points Buying and Selling Gift Cards with Taylor from qcgc | Ep 162

(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.
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Nov 30, 2023 • 23min

Tutorials: The Best Methods to Getting Elite Statuses

(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.

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