MTM Travel - The Fun Side of Points & Travel!

Episode Description In this episode, Shawn and Joe discuss various topics including the changes in low-cost carriers, their upcoming trips, the InKind app, and the controversy surrounding tipping and resort fees. They explore the recent changes in low-cost carriers, such as Spirit Airlines adding first class and other airlines adopting similar practices. They also discuss their upcoming trips and the challenges they faced with changing plans. The hosts then delve into the InKind app, which offers discounts and deals at various restaurants. Finally, they address the issue of tipping and resort fees, emphasizing the importance of not punishing tipped employees for these surcharges before diving into unpredictable hotel amenities and the world's biggest Arby's. Links InKind $25 off $50 for signing up (referral link) - https://milestomemories.com/go/inkind Biggest Arby's - https://milestomemories.com/worlds-biggest-arbys/ Unpredictable amenities - https://milestomemories.com/hotel-amenities-and-services/ Subscribe to 20 Minute Travel! Youtube Podcast Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Joe Cheung, a seasoned traveler known for his insightful take on the travel landscape, shares wild stories about his recent luck while navigating the skies and surviving the infamous Delta meltdown. The conversation dives into changing airline policies, with a focus on JetBlue and Southwest reshaping passenger experiences. They also explore the upcoming Olympics, reflecting on Paris's allure and LA’s future hosting. Cheung's perspective blends humor with practical travel advice, making this a must-listen for adventure seekers!

Mark Ostermann talks about Southwest's seating policy change, Amex Gold card updates, and his recent trip to Maui, debating Hawaii as a vacation destination. The podcast discusses assigned seats vs. cattle call boarding, increased annual fee for Amex Gold, and the cost of traveling to Hawaii. They also cover tips for saving money on dining and exploring Maui with Miles and Points.

Episode Description On this episode Joe joins Shawn to discuss his recent adventures to some of the most popular national parks. They discuss logistics, where he stayed, some of the cool nature along the way and why sometimes road trips can be fun. They also discuss a trio of brutal “devaluations” that dropped in the past week. Episode Notes Subscribe to 20 Minute Travel! Youtube Podcast Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Episode Description On this episode Shawn is joined by Leslie Harvey from Trips with Tykes and Disney Deciphered. The two discuss family travel and how it evolves over time plus some of the tricks Leslie uses to ensure her family trips go as smoothly as possible. The two also discuss Leslie's first time in Japan, why she is exploring more budget airlines, some interesting takeaways from her recent European trip and Leslie closes out with a few Disneyland tips.   Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

Join host Shawn in a lively chat with prolific miles & points expert Benjy Harmon. They share insights on best times to travel, hot takes on Bilt/Wells Fargo news, and 3 important lessons for travel hackers. Embrace barriers, focus on fun, and maximize points for non-travel redemptions.

Episode Description On this episode Shawn is joined by Joe Cheung to recap his recent trip to Hawaii, Japan and Taiwan. The trip was booked mostly last minute, built around a Starlux business class redemption home. Shawn discusses his time in Hawaii including why the Grand Hyatt Kauai has lost some luster, his last minute ANA A380 Flying Honu business class redemption, why Japan has become such an amazing family travel destination, being haunted at the Grand Hyatt Taipei and why last minute travel continues to work for him. Another amazing trip mostly paid for by miles & points!   Episode Notes 00:00 Introduction and Overview   08:50 Review of the Grand Hyatt Kauai & Using Hawaii for Japan travel   15:31 Using Points for last minute flights and accommodations   21:37 Pet cafes, cool Japanese culture & why Japan might be the best family friendly travel destination for Americans     27:45 Stay at the Hyatt Centric Ginza   31:38 Budget-Friendly Option: Hyatt Regency Tokyo Bay (For Disney but also Tokyo too?)   35:16 Unforgettable Experience at Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea 39:38 Haunted Grand Hyatt Taipei & Flying in Style with Starlux Airlines 45:44 The Thrill of Last-Minute Trips Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know! Music: Rewind by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License

The podcast covers the MtM origin story and previews a new show, 20 Minute Travel. Topics include unique travel experiences in Japan, enhanced offers for Chase Sapphire cards, hotel security flaws, VIP theme park experiences, and maximizing miles/points for travel rewards.

Dia Adams, Senior Editor at Fortune Recommends, shares insights on unconventional strategies in the miles & points hobby. Topics include the importance of meetups, changing demographics, lessons learned, the downside of status, and why credits are meant to go to waste. Emphasizes thinking outside the box and avoiding FOMO in the travel world.

Experienced traveler PDX Deals Guy shares insights on first trip to Japan, discussing flying JAL, Tokyo hotels, bullet trains to Kyoto, Japanese food, and tech making travel easier. Shawn Coomer updates on upcoming crazy trip plans. Discover virtual sights, smells, and tastes of Japan to inspire your travels!