Wonderland on Points | Credit Card Rewards & Budget Travel

This week on Wonderland on Points, we're thrilled to welcome Abby from @Wayfarenco, a true Cabo connoisseur. Abby has explored Cabo extensively and stayed at numerous hotels using credit card rewards, making her the go-to expert for planning a dream trip to this stunning destination. She also reveals her insider tips for how her family of five enjoys annual trips to Europe, including their savvy strategy of renting their home on Airbnb to cover travel expenses. If you're dreaming of an unforgettable Mexican getaway, this episode is your ultimate guide to getting there on points!Our NEW Website!Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeJoin our Facebook CommunityFind Us On InstagramMary EllenJoAbbyMentioned In This Episode@AmberOnPointsLinksChase/Capital One/Amex Card LinksFlyKitt- the BEST Jet Lag Solution!30% off the CardPointers subscription!Tripiamo Driving TutorialsOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

What began as a single episode ended up being so jam packed with information that we decided to split it into two. Today- get ready for part 2 of a magical journey as Jo takes you through her unforgettable summer trip to Universal Studios—all on points! In this episode, she spills the details on her top tips and tricks to help you squeeze every bit of fun out of your trip while keeping costs low. This episode includes all the best information about how to sav e on food costs, what to eat and how to beat the heat and some of the lines! Thanks to points and miles, she saved nearly $3,000 on this incredible mother/daughter adventure! If you're dreaming of your own trip to Universal Studios, this episode is your ultimate guide to planning and making it happen using your points and miles.Our NEW Website!Support the Show: Buy Us A CoffeeJoin our Facebook CommunityFind Us On InstagramMary EllenJoLinksChase/Capital One/Amex Card LinksFlyKitt- the BEST Jet Lag Solution!30% off the CardPointers subscription!Tripiamo Driving TutorialsOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

What began as a single episode ended up being so jam packed with information that we decided to split it into two. Today- get ready for part 1 of a magical journey as Jo takes you through her unforgettable summer trip to Universal Studios Orlando—all on points! In this episode, she spills the details on how she scored her hotel, flights, and tickets using her favorite credit card points currency. And stay tuned for Part 2 next week as Jo also shares her top tips and tricks to help you squeeze every bit of fun out of your trip while keeping costs low. Thanks to points and miles, she saved nearly $3,000 on this incredible mother/daughter adventure! If you're dreaming of your own trip to Universal Studios, this episode is your ultimate guide to planning and making it happen using your points and miles.Our NEW Website!Join our Facebook CommunityFind Us On InstagramMary EllenJoLinksChase/Capital One/Amex Card LinksFlyKitt- the BEST Jet Lag Solution!30% off the CardPointers subscription!Tripiamo Driving TutorialsOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

This week, we chat with Genni from Lazy Budget Travel Tips about her amazing mother-daughter trip to Spain. Genni, a Chase enthusiast after our own heart, found an incredible redemption using points, allowing them to fly business class and save around $9,000. She started in points and miles after transitioning from the hotel industry and losing the team member discount. To find affordable travel options, she learned how to earn as many points as possible with minimal effort and now teaches others to do the same. During their trip to Spain, they spent four nights each in Madrid, Barcelona, and Seville. Genni shares her best tips for exploring and navigating Spain, including how she got great hotel deals and stacked offers for booking experiences.Our NEW Website!Join our Facebook CommunityFind Us On InstagramMary EllenJoGenniMentioned In This EpisodeLazy Budget Travel TripsTravel More ConferenceTraveling Franklins Blog@PoorInAPrivatePlaneLinksChase/Capital One/Amex Card LinksFlyKitt- the BEST Jet Lag Solution!30% off the CardPointers subscription!Tripiamo Driving TutorialsOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

This week, we're thrilled to welcome Kelsey Graves, the fantastic host of the Trip Tales Podcast, as she shares her enchanting weekend getaway to Asheville, North Carolina. Kelsey and her husband, relatively new to the world of points and miles, successfully redeemed Chase points to stay at the renowned Grove Park Inn. To celebrate her husband's 40th birthday, they began their adventure with a stay at the stylish Hotel Arras in downtown Asheville. They explored the vibrant city before retreating to the serene mountains for a relaxing weekend filled with spa treatments and a memorable evening at a piano bar. This episode is a must-listen for anyone planning a romantic couples' weekend or a girls' trip in this charming city. Join us as Kelsey takes us through the highlights and all the tips and tricks of their magical Asheville experience!Join our Facebook CommunityOur NEW Website!Find Us On InstagramMary EllenJoKelseyMentioned In This EpisodeThe Grove Park InnTrip Tales Podcast@BethanyVintonLinksChase/Capital One/Amex Card LinksFlyKitt- the BEST Jet Lag Solution!30% off the CardPointers subscription!Tripiamo Driving TutorialsOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

Join Mary Ellen this week as she wraps up her enchanting anniversary trip to Switzerland with the help of credit card points. Experience the thrill of a mountain coaster, an epic sunrise atop Mt. Pilatus, a rainy day hidden gem in Lucerne, and the incredible Lindt Chocolate museum in Zurich. Mary Ellen also shares about getting a quick taste of Madrid during a layover. Discover the best strategies for using points and other savvy travel budgeting tips to make this dream trip a reality for yourself. This episode is your ultimate guide to planning an extraordinary trip to Switzerland. Don't miss it!Join our Facebook CommunitySign up for our newsletterMentioned In This EpisodeLucerne Gameorama MuseumMt. Pilatus Hotel BellevueFrakmungtegg Tobaggan RunLindt Chocolate MuseumLinksChase/Capital One/Amex Card LinksFlyKitt- the BEST Jet Lag Solution!30% off the CardPointers subscription!Tripiamo Driving TutorialsOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

This week, we're thrilled to share Mary Ellen's EPIC dream trip to Switzerland! Join us as she reveals how she transformed her dream into reality with minimal out-of-pocket expenses, thanks to the savvy use of points and miles. From breathtaking alpine vistas to charming Swiss villages, Mary Ellen's journey is filled with specific details and actionable tips to help you plan your own incredible adventure to Switzerland on points. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or just starting your points and miles journey, this episode is a goldmine of information you won't want to miss!Join our Facebook CommunitySign up for our newsletterMentioned In This EpisodeSBB Mobile AppSwiss Travel PassMountain webcamsGruyeres CastleInfo about MolesonParagliding InterlakenLinksChase/Capital One/Amex Card LinksFlyKitt- the BEST Jet Lag Solution!30% off the CardPointers subscription!Tripiamo Driving TutorialsOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

Join us this week as we sit down with Betsey from @HerAlaskaTravels to chat about Alaska Airlines. We cover topics like achieving status, finding award sweet spots, and maximizing your points by flying partner airlines. Betsey also shares her incredible life story, from flying as an unaccompanied minor at age five to working in the Alaska oil fields as an adult. If you're interested in visiting Alaska, Betsey offers invaluable tips and tricks for touring her beautiful home state. This episode is packed with insights from a fascinating and inspiring woman. Don't miss it!Join our Facebook CommunitySign up for our newsletterFind us on Instagram:Podcast InstagramJoMary EllenBetseyMentioned In This Episode@Emilyeatsandexplores@Onegirlwandering@SologirlstravelguideAlaska Airlines Partner ListAlaska Tour SaverLinksChase/Capital One/Amex Card LinksFlyKitt- the BEST Jet Lag Solution!30% off the CardPointers subscription!Tripiamo Driving TutorialsOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

On today's episode we sit down with Ben from @BensBigDeal to chat about how American Airlines status program stands apart from all others. For example, you don’t even have to FLY on an AA flight before you can earn top tier status! Using tools like the AA Advantage Shopping and Hotel Portals can help you travel like an elite. We learned so many fascinating details about Ben and his background and how he became the points and miles guru that he is today. We can't wait for you to listen to this episode and learn more about the American Airlines program.Join our Facebook CommunitySign up for our newsletterFind us on Instagram:Podcast InstagramJoMary EllenBenMentioned In This EpisodeBen's WebsiteBen's PodcastFind Flights For MeThe Miles CouplePoint and Miles DocLinksChase/Capital One/Amex Card LinksFlyKitt- the BEST Jet Lag Solution!30% off the CardPointers subscription!Tripiamo Driving TutorialsOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

We were thrilled to sit down with Rob Dulgarion from the @TravelPointsRob Instagram page to discuss his incredible journey flying his family of seven in business class, by using credit card rewards points. While this was our original topic, we discovered so much more during our conversation! Listen in to hear about Rob and his wife's luxurious trip to Zanzibar in the coveted QSuites (also on POINTS!). Discover the benefits of the KLM Stopover program, the importance of always paying in local currency, and how Rob's family of seven managed to fly round trip on a budget airline for just $210. This episode is packed with valuable travel tips and inspiring stories from Rob's adventures, and we can't wait for you to learn from his family's experiences!Join our Facebook CommunitySign up for our newsletterFind us on Instagram:Podcast InstagramJoMary EllenRobMentioned In This EpisodeV Family Travels InstagramV Family Travels BlogRob and Beth's Points and Miles CourseLinksChase/Capital One/Amex Card LinksFlyKitt- the BEST Jet Lag Solution!30% off the CardPointers subscription!Tripiamo Driving TutorialsOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!