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Takeoff is a podcast that will teach you how to save money and travel better. Join Travis, Emily, and Matt from 10xTravel as they teach you the fundamentals of points & miles and dive into the latest strategies, deals, and news in the industry. If you want to travel more (and better) without spending more money, this show is for you.
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- Today27 min
What Can 100,000 Points REALLY Buy? (We Booked It All)
In this episode we cover: points and miles for beginners, how to use credit card points for travel, award travel explained, maximizing transfer bonuses, airline transfer partners, business class on points, economy award redemptions, repositioning flights, how to book flights with points, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club, British Airways Avios, Iberia Avios off-peak, Avianca LifeMiles, Air France Flying Blue, Aeroplan, Aeromexico, Wyndham Rewards hotel points, Hilton points transfer, how far 100,000 points goes, business class to Italy on points, cheap flights to Europe with miles, Costa Rica on points, Spain on points, and points and miles trip planning. Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place https://10xtravel.com/my10x/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=sn&utm_campaign=Episode_82&utm_content= From relaxing on Spain's southern coast to planning a couples getaway in Costa Rica and breaking down recent business class bookings to Italy, this conversation is packed with practical ideas you can apply to your own award travel planning. Whether you're new to points and miles or looking to get more value from your existing balances, you'll walk away from this episode with a better understanding of how experienced travelers approach award bookings. Original Episodes From This Episode: Ep. 76 - 100K Points Challenge: Plan Trips for Solo, Couples & Families https://10xtravel.com/podcast/100k-points-challenge/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=sn&utm_campaign=Episode_82&utm_content= Ep. 72 - How to Fly Business Class to Italy Using Points and Miles https://10xtravel.com/podcast/fly-business-class-to-italy-with-points/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=sn&utm_campaign=Episode_82&utm_content= Ep. 41 - 2024 in Review: Points Wins, Mistakes, and 2025 Goals https://10xtravel.com/podcast/points-and-miles-resolutions-2025/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=sn&utm_campaign=Episode_82&utm_content= Ep. 70 - Last-Minute Family Travel with Points: Ryan’s Real-World Strategies https://10xtravel.com/podcast/last-minute-family-travel-with-points/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=sn&utm_campaign=Episode_82&utm_content= Stay Connected: Join our Community: 10xTravel Insiders Follow us on Instagram: @10xTravelblog Watch this and every episode of Takeoff on YouTube: @10xTravelSubscribe for more tips on travel, points, and miles! Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode. 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.
- 2 weeks ago57 min
Points & Miles Strategies That Can Save You Thousands on Travel
Looking for smarter ways to earn and use travel rewards? In this episode, the 10xTravel team is sharing some of our favorite points and miles strategies to help you get more value from every point you earn.Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayFrom choosing the right credit card for your spending, to overlooked earning opportunities and advanced booking techniques, this episode is packed with practical strategies that can help you travel farther while spending less.If you're just getting started on your points and miles journey or you're looking to sharpen your award travel skills, this is a must-listen!Timestamps:00:00 Points and Miles Strategies00:47 Types of Credit Card Earning17:36 Shopping Portals & Dining Programs31:23 Travel Points Emergency Fund38:23 Repositioning Flights Explained47:10 10x+ New ToolsOriginal Episodes From This Episode: Ep. 47: Maximizing Credit Card Points: The 3 Types You Need to Know Ep. 61: How Dining & Shopping Portals Can Boost Your Travel Rewards Fast Ep. 68: Travel Emergencies: How Points & Miles Can Save the Day Ep. 74: Are Repositioning Flights Worth It? Risks, Rewards, and Real Stories Ep. 77: The New 10xTravel+: Award Alerts, Tools & Community Sign Up for Rakuten and Earn Membership Rewards or Cash Back from Shopping Stay Connected:Join our Community: 10xTravel InsidersFollow us on Instagram: @10xTravelblogWatch this and every episode of Takeoff on YouTube: @10xTravelSubscribe for more tips on travel, points, and miles! Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode. 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.
- 4 weeks ago41 min
The Best Places to Use Your Points & Miles
Where should you travel next with points and miles? In this compilation episode, we're bringing together some of the best destination recommendations from past 10xTravel episodes to help you plan your next award trip.Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayFrom luxury resorts in the Bahamas to affordable adventures in Indonesia and Thailand, African safaris in Kenya, wine country in Australia, island hopping in Greece, and classic favorites like Italy and Japan, the 10xTravel team is highlighting destinations that offer outstanding value and tons of fun for points travelers. Featured destinations include: Indonesia Thailand The Bahamas Belize Kenya Paros, Greece Adelaide, Australia Italy Japan And more... If you're deciding where to use your points next, this episode is full of ideas that can help you maximize every redemption. Timestamps:00:00 Destinations for Points Travel00:50 Great Value: Indonesia, The Bahamas, and Thailand04:54 Adelaide, Australia: Wine Country & More11:37 Booking Lovan's Kenyan Safari17:24 Belize: An Underrated Destination24:20 Visiting Paros, Greece on Points & Miles33:33 Italy vs. Japan for New & Experienced TravelersOriginal Episodes From This Episode: Ep 42: 2024 Best of Travel: Awards for Airlines, Loyalty Programs, and Hotels Ep 54: Destination Showdown: Italy vs. Japan for Points & Miles Travelers Ep 58: How to Book an African Safari with Points & Miles featuring 10xTravel’s Lovan Edwards Ep 59: Underrated Travel Destinations You Can Book With Points & Miles Ep 71: Warm Weather Destinations You Can Book With Points Stay Connected:Join our Community: 10xTravel InsidersFollow us on Instagram: @10xTravelblogWatch this and every episode of Takeoff on YouTube: @10xTravelSubscribe for more tips on travel, points, and miles! Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode. 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...
- Jun 17, 202638 min
Lessons From Our Biggest Travel Close Calls and Near Misses
Some of our favorite trips nearly never happened! This episode is exposing the 10xTravel team's biggest travel close calls, near misses, and last-minute saves.Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayFrom a honeymoon flight that was canceled just weeks before departure to weather disruptions, repositioning flight risks, missed opportunities, and last-minute award booking victories, these stories highlight the realities of points and miles travel and what it takes to recover when things don't go according to plan.Tune in and get ready to learn some valuable lessons on flexibility, backup plans, and staying calm when travel chaos strikes.Original Episodes From This Episode: Episode 41: 2024 in Review: Points Wins, Mistakes, and 2025 Goals Episode 56: Wild Award Wins: Our Most Unexpected Points & Miles Successes Episode 59: Underrated Travel Destinations You Can Book With Points & Miles Episode 68: Travel Emergencies: How Points & Miles Can Save the Day Episode 70: Last-Minute Family Travel with Points: Ryan’s Real-World Strategies Episode 74: Are Repositioning Flights Worth It? Risks, Rewards, and Real Stories Stay Connected:Join our Community: 10xTravel InsidersFollow us on Instagram: @10xTravelblogWatch this and every episode of Takeoff on YouTube: @10xTravelSubscribe for more tips on travel, points, and miles! Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode.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.
- Jun 3, 202640 min
Traveling With Kids on Points & Miles: Our Top Family Travel Tips
In this special episode, we’re revisiting some of our best conversations and segments focused on family travel with points and miles.Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayFrom booking award flights for a family of five to hotel strategies, travel planning tips, and surviving long-haul flights with kids, this episode brings together practical advice and real-world experiences from multiple past episodes into one packed resource for traveling families.This episode covers:~ Booking award flights for families~ Best hotel strategies for parents traveling with kids~ Points & miles programs that work best for families~ International travel with children~ Last-minute trip planning~ Flying with toddlers, kids, and larger familiesIf you want to travel more as a family while spending less, this episode is packed with helpful insights and proven strategies from experienced travelers and points and miles experts. Tune in to take your family travel further!Original Episodes From This Episode: Episode 40: Making the Most of Family Travel with Points & Miles Episode 62: Family Travel Tips: Best Hotel Loyalty Programs for Parents Episode 70: Last-Minute Family Travel with Points: Ryan's Real-World Strategies Episode 76: 100K Points Challenge: Plan Trips for Solo, Couples, and Families Stay Connected:Join our Community: 10xTravel InsidersFollow us on Instagram: @10xTravelblogWatch this and every episode of Takeoff on YouTube: @10xTravelSubscribe for more tips on travel, points, and miles! Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode.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.
- May 20, 202643 min
The New 10xTravel+: Award Alerts, Tools & Community
We rebuilt 10xTravel+ from the ground up, and now we're sharing everything you need to know before you join!Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayIn this episode, the 10xTravel team is pulling back the curtain on the brand-new 10xTravel+, explaining why they decided to redesign the experience around the biggest pain points travelers face today.From missing valuable award space to forgetting monthly card credits, Travis, Matt, and Emily break down the tools, features, and systems built to help travelers maximize every point with less stress and decision fatigue. You’ll hear about: New award alert systems including Unicorn Alerts and weekly roundups A benefits tracker designed to stop unused credits from expiring A “best card by category” tool for everyday spending Automated redemption tracking through email forwarding The new private community experience and live trainings Why the team intentionally kept pricing accessible If you’re looking for an easier way to organize your points strategy, maximize card benefits, and discover better award flights faster, this episode will show you why 10xTravel+ might be exactly what you need! Links and Resources from this Episode:Take Our Free Points and Miles CourseNew To Points and Miles? Listen to Episodes 1-6 of the podcast10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayStay Connected:Join our Community: 10xTravel InsidersFollow us on Instagram: @10xTravelblogWatch this and every episode of Takeoff on YouTube: @10xTravelSubscribe for more tips on travel, points, and miles! Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode.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.
- May 6, 202652 min
100K Points Challenge: Plan Trips for Solo, Couples & Families
How far can 100,000 points really go? In this episode, the 10xTravel crew put this question to the test by planning three completely different trips using the same points budget: One for a solo traveler, one for a couple, and one for a family of four. And the results might surprise you!Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayListen as Travis, Matt, and Emily break down a European solo trip built on budget-friendly award flights, a couple’s getaway that balances cost and experience, and a family vacation that proves points can still work at scale.This is not about luxury first class flights or glamorous stays at impressive resorts, but instead about showing what is actually possible when you make smart decisions with limited points.Links and Resources from this Episode:Take Our Free Points and Miles CourseNew To Points and Miles? Listen to Episodes 1-6 of the podcast10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member today Stay Connected:Join our Community: 10xTravel InsidersFollow us on Instagram: @10xTravelblogWatch this and every episode of Takeoff on YouTube: @10xTravelSubscribe for more tips on travel, points, and miles! Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode.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.
- Apr 22, 202659 min
All-Inclusive Resorts with Points: Best Programs & Hidden Costs
Are all-inclusive resorts actually the best way to use your points? In this episode, Travis, Emily, and Matt break down everything you need to know about booking all-inclusive resorts with points and miles.Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayFrom Hyatt’s massive all-inclusive portfolio to underrated options with Wyndham, they're diving into the best programs, pricing strategies, and the hidden details most travelers overlook. All-inclusive resorts promise simplicity, but not everything is always included. Knowing how these bookings really work can be the difference between an incredible deal and a disappointing redemption.If you want to maximize your points, reduce out-of-pocket costs, and avoid common mistakes, this episode walks you through exactly how to do it.What you’ll learn: Best hotel programs for all-inclusive resorts (Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham) How many points you actually need and what affects pricing The pros and cons of all-inclusive redemptions Hidden fees and limitations to watch out for When to use travel portals instead of transferring points Family booking pitfalls and occupancy rules What elite status does (and doesn’t) get you How to decide if all-inclusive is right for your travel style If you’ve been thinking about booking an all-inclusive resort with points, start here before you transfer anything. Links and Resources from this Episode:Take Our Free Points and Miles CourseNew To Points and Miles? Listen to Episodes 1-6 of the podcast10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayHyatt's All-Inclusive PropertiesIHG's All-Inclusive ResortsHilton's All-Inclusive ResortsAll-Inclusive Resorts in the U.S.Stay Connected:Join our Community: 10xTravel InsidersFollow us on Instagram: @10xTravelblogWatch this and every episode of Takeoff on YouTube: @10xTravelSubscribe for more tips on travel, points, and miles! Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode.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 networ...
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Takeoff is a podcast that will teach you how to save money and travel better. Join Travis, Emily, and Matt from 10xTravel as they teach you the fundamentals of points & miles and dive into the latest strategies, deals, and news in the industry. If you want to travel more (and better) without spending more money, this show is for you.
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