Takeoff: A Points and Miles Podcast by 10xTravel

Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. This episode gets into the context of what it’s like to redeem miles. We set the scene by talking about how award tickets are priced, what it means to have flexibility when booking, and what obstacles you might encounter. The Takeoff podcast is brought to you by 10xTravel – a website and community with one simple goal: to help you travel more while spending less. 10xT publishes content related to credit card rewards, personal finance, travel, and lifestyle. Host Bryce Conway launched 10xT in 2014, but has been a fan and member of the points and miles community since 2011. He is the author of “Takeoff: How to Travel the World for Next to Nothing and How to Fix Your Credit: Do it Once. Do it Right. Get on with Your Life”, and his work has been featured in multiple national media outlets including Good Morning America, Money Magazine, and ABC Nightline News. Tune in to hear the 10xTravel team give you a clear path to entering the exciting world of traveling with points and miles. Discussion Points:  Laws we wish were in effect Redeeming miles = playing chess  Searching all the award options quickly There is no central search platform for all points and miles Aggregators we have used- Expert Flyer, Point.me, SeatSpy Award travel pricing is unpredictable, and a limited commodity Travel dates, destination, price/value – usually you can only get two out of three How the team prioritizes the three Booking travel ‘wherever you can afford’ takes a lot of search time Common pricing models Sweet spots within the pricing models Standard vs. Saver awards Don’t beat yourself up for not getting the cheapest award fare- better to use, than lose, your points Tune in next time to learn more about booking with partners Check out all the resource links, take the free class, and join us in our FB group Resources/Links: Expert Flyer Point.me SeatSpy 10xTravel Best Credit Cards 10xTravel 10xT Free Tools 10xTravel Award Booking  10xTravel Credit Card Consultation 10xTravel Plus 10xTravel Facebook Group 10xTravel Instagram 10xTravel TikTok Advertiser Disclosure: Some of the card links and other products that appear on this website are from companies which 10xTravel will earn an affiliate commission. 10xTravel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as CreditCards.com. The content in this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.    

Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, Bryce, Emily, Travis, and Matt share their tips on how to earn points with methods other than credit card bonus offers. The team will dispel some of the myths around opening credit cards, carrying balances, paying interest, and your credit score, share their day-to-day spending habits that earn points, and review other points offers such as dining, shopping portals, hotel nights, referrals, and more. The Takeoff podcast is brought to you by 10xTravel – a website and community with one simple goal: to help you travel more while spending less. 10xT publishes content related to credit card rewards, personal finance, travel, and lifestyle. Host Bryce Conway launched 10xT in 2014, but has been a fan and member of the points and miles community since 2011. He is the author of “Takeoff: How to Travel the World for Next to Nothing and How to Fix Your Credit: Do it Once. Do it Right. Get on with Your Life”, and his work has been featured in multiple national media outlets including Good Morning America, Money Magazine, and ABC Nightline News. Tune in to hear the 10xTravel team give you a clear path to entering the exciting world of traveling with points and miles. Discussion Points:  Favorite streaming shows the team recommends Myths around cards, balances, debt, and your credit report The worst card ‘bonuses’ we’ve seen Spending “categories” and keeping track of which cards to use Annual fees and cards that are worth it Airline lounges, gates, and flight-tracking apps  What you get in exchange for a high annual fee Hotel cards and free night awards Card bonuses that require minimum spend and tips for spending Ideas for paying bills with your cards Types of points on different cards Earning through shopping portals – Rakuten, BeFrugal, etc Dining points programs Earning flying points with paid flights vs bonus awards Buying and transferring miles – not always a good idea Points for referring friends and family Check out all the resource links, take the free class, and join us in our FB group Resources/Links: Pay Taxes with a Credit Card The Platinum Card® from American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card CashBackMonitor Website Top Cash Back Rakuten 10xTravel Best Credit Cards 10xTravel 10xT Free Tools 10xTravel Award Booking  10xTravel Credit Card Consultation 10xTravel Plus 10xTravel Facebook Group 10xTravel Instagram 10xTravel TikTok Advertiser Disclosure: Some of the card links and other products that appear on this website are from companies which 10xTravel will earn an affiliate commission. 10xTravel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as CreditCards.com. The content in this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.    

Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, Bryce, Emily, Travis, and Matt share their tips on how to get started with the points and miles hobby. You’ll hear about the best and worst credit cards and offers, how to redeem points for your first trip, and advice on being careful with your debt and credit. The 10xTravel team gives you a clear path to entering the exciting world of traveling with points and miles. The Takeoff podcast is brought to you by 10xTravel – a website and community with one simple goal: to help you travel more while spending less. 10xT publishes content related to credit card rewards, personal finance, travel, and lifestyle. Host Bryce Conway launched 10xT in 2014, but has been a fan and member of the points and miles community since 2011. He is the author of “Takeoff: How to Travel the World for Next to Nothing and How to Fix Your Credit: Do it Once. Do it Right. Get on with Your Life”, and his work has been featured in multiple national media outlets including Good Morning America, Money Magazine, and ABC Nightline News. Discussion Points:  Listen in to find out more about our free course The 3 major goals of our system  Best credit cards and bonuses How you can spend the first bonus points you earn? Transferable points and who offers them Using airline and hotel miles Don’t fall for these credit card offers Your credit score and opening new cards Are you the right candidate for this hobby? If you’re feeling excited to get started, take our free course by clicking the “Free Tools” link below Checkout all the resource links, take the free class, and join us in our FB group Resources/Links: 10xTravel Best Cards Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card 10xTravel 10xT Free Tools 10xTravel Award Booking  10xTravel Credit Card Consultation 10xTravel Plus 10xTravel Facebook Group 10xTravel Instagram 10xTravel TikTok Advertiser Disclosure: Some of the card links and other products that appear on this website are from companies which 10xTravel will earn an affiliate commission. 10xTravel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as CreditCards.com. The content in this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.    

  Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. Welcome to the first episode of Takeoff: a points and miles podcast – brought to you by 10xTravel. In each episode, host Bryce Conway, Founder and CEO of 10xTravel, will help you save money and travel better with points and miles.  In this episode, you’ll get to know some members of the 10xT team – Bryce Conway, Emily Jaeckel, Matt Brown, and Travis Cormier. They share their personal experiences using points and miles for some incredible travel. From their favorite redemptions, biggest mistakes, and “hot takes” (insider tips in the world of points and miles), the 10xT team is full of knowledge and experience, and they want to help YOU become a points and miles expert too. 10xTravel helps people learn the tips and tricks, that Bryce and the 10xT team have curated, to fund their own trips. Solo travelers, families, college students, retirees – anyone who has an appetite for travel will find value in the Takeoff podcast. To skeptics, this may sound ‘too good to be true’, but tune in to learn about the many free resources available from 10xTravel in every value-packed episode. Sit back, relax, and prepare for Takeoff.  The Takeoff podcast is brought to you by 10xTravel – a website and community with one simple goal: to help you travel more while spending less. 10xT publishes content related to credit card rewards, personal finance, travel, and lifestyle. Host Bryce Conway launched 10xT in 2014, but has been a fan and member of the points and miles community since 2011. He is the author of “Takeoff: How to Travel the World for Next to Nothing and How to Fix Your Credit: Do it Once. Do it Right. Get on with Your Life”, and his work has been featured in multiple national media outlets including Good Morning America, Money Magazine, and ABC Nightline News. Discussion Points:  Traveling with points and miles – it’s easier than you might think Credit card points offers are like “extreme couponing” How and when the team members discovered points and miles Getting to the Maldives – Travis’ story Trip to Thailand – Emily’s story Bryce’s trip – travel credit cards, Florida and Las Vegas The team’s points travel today – the progression to quality over quantity  Business vs. premium economy  Favorite redemptions – Thailand, Bali, London, Paris Mistakes in past points travel A 10X tool to be revealed soon… What is your “why”? The team discusses what fuels their passions Hot takes – best tips for points and miles  Advice for beginners – don’t focus on luxury travel, take your time, stick with it, pick and choose what works for your lifestyle Checkout all the resource links, take the free class, and join us in our FB group Resources/Links: 10xTravel 10xT Free Tools 10xTravel Award Booking  10xTravel Credit Card Consultation 10xTravel Plus 10xTravel Facebook Group 10xTravel Instagram 10xTravel TikTok Advertiser Disclosure: Some of the card links and other products that appear on this website are from companies which 10xTravel will earn an affiliate commission. 10xTravel is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as CreditCards.com. The content in this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.    

Welcome to Takeoff: a points and miles podcast brought to you by 10xTravel. In each episode, host Bryce Conway, Founder and CEO of 10xTravel, will help you save money and travel better with points and miles. Bryce and his wife have been successfully using points and miles to travel the world for over ten years – often at just a fraction of what others pay.  10xTravel helps people learn the tips and tricks, that Bryce and the 10xT team have curated, to fund their own trips. Solo travelers, families, college students, retirees – anyone who has an appetite for travel will find value in the Takeoff podcast. To skeptics, this may sound ‘too good to be true’, but tune in to learn about the many free resources available from 10xTravel in every value-packed episode. Sit back, relax, and prepare for Takeoff.  The Takeoff podcast is brought to you by 10xTravel (“10xT”) – a website and community with one simple goal: to help you travel more while spending less. 10xT publishes content related to credit card rewards, personal finance, travel, and lifestyle. Host Bryce Conway launched 10xT in 2014, but has been a fan and member of the points and miles community since 2011. He is the author of “Takeoff: How to Travel the World for Next to Nothing and How to Fix Your Credit: Do it Once. Do it Right. Get on with Your Life”, and his work has been featured in multiple national media outlets including Good Morning America, Money Magazine, and ABC Nightline News. Resources/Links: 10xTravel 10xT Free How-To Course 10xT Credit Card consultation 10xT Award booking 10xT Plus 10xTravel Facebook 10xTravel Instagram 10xTravel TikTok