Starting this week, DeAndre Coke introduces ‘Quick Hits’ – a series of short episodes to share time-sensitive travel and points-related information and updates!
This week’s episode:
A new increased bonus offer for Southwest credit cards
Transfer bonuses for Chase, Virgin, and Citi are expiring soon
Using credit cards for tax payments can earn additional points for business owners
Make sure you have publishing notifications turned on to make sure you don’t miss any of these essential updates!
Does a trip around the world sound like an unreasonable idea, or might there be a practical approach to achieving these goals?
Join DeAndre Coke and special guests Kelsi and Devan, known as the Point Sisters, as they unveil strategies to book around-the-world tickets using points and miles. These travel professionals share their secrets to securing business class tickets for fewer points than a typical one-way fare. Devan recounts her around-the-world honeymoon, showcasing the incredible value and adventure possible through strategic points and miles usage.
From gorilla trekking in Uganda to luxurious stays in Bali, the Point Sisters demonstrate how anyone can revolutionize their travel experiences. DeAndre emphasizes the podcast’s mission: to make luxurious yet affordable travel accessible to all. This episode is packed with actionable tips to elevate your travel game.
Key Highlights:
ANA Around-the-World Ticket: Discover the exceptional value of booking through ANA using American Express or ANA points, starting at 105,000 points for 18,000 miles in business class
Strategic Planning: Tips on leveraging the Star Alliance network and the importance of flexibility and managing expectations
Gorilla Trekking Adventure: Devan’s thrilling experience in Uganda, highlighting the unique and memorable moments made possible through points and miles
Top-notch Redemptions: Luxurious stays in Bali, including Alila Ubud and Spa Village Tembok, showcasing the incredible value of points in affordable destinations
Professional Flexibility: Insights into balancing travel with professional lives, utilizing PTO, holidays, and remote work
Booking Service: Overview of the Point Sisters’ booking service, guiding clients through planning around-the-world trips with points and miles
Plus, more insights to revolutionize your travel experiences with points and miles!
Do you have a demanding career that keeps you from your dreams of luxury travel?
Whether the issue is finding the time, or finding the money in your budget, this engaging episode will have you join DeAndre Coke and special guest Brittney Jansen as they reveal how to use points and miles to maximize your travel experiences. Brittney, a traveling physician’s assistant with a unique upbringing in Saudi Arabia, shares her journey of balancing a demanding career with her passion for travel, offering valuable insights, strategies, and some personal anecdotes to make the most of your travel points.
Brittney’s fascinating story spans from her childhood in Saudi Arabia to her recent adventures in New Zealand and Vietnam. She explains how she manages extensive travel despite her demanding job, often taking extended vacations between job transitions. This episode is packed with actionable tips on how to balance work and travel, maximize credit card rewards, and strategically plan your trips.
Key Highlights:
New Private Facebook Group: A dedicated space for podcast listeners to discuss points and miles strategies with DeAndre, as well as other players in the points and miles game
Travel Adventures: Brittney’s experiences in Vietnam, including riding scooters and exploring Kaapa Island, as well as her adventures in New Zealand, from visiting Milford Sound to scuba diving
Credit Card Strategies: Insights on starting with the Chase Sapphire Preferred card, managing points, and maximizing rewards with the Amex Gold card
Lux Travel Hacks Course: Brittney’s positive experience with the course, shifting her spending mindset, and empowering her to use points effectively
Future Travel Plans: Brittney’s aspirations to visit the Galapagos for scuba diving and her travel goals for Japan, China, India, and Dubai
Practical Travel Tips: Coordinating with colleagues for flexible travel time, packing light, and choosing centrally located accommodations using Google Maps
Mindset Shift: Brittney’s journey from initial hesitation to strategic spending and the significant benefits of the Lux Travel Hacks course
And so much more!
Tune in to uncover Brittney Jansen’s travel secrets and learn how to elevate your travel experiences using points and miles!
Ever wonder how frequent travelers enjoy luxury stays without the high costs?
In this captivating episode, join DeAndre Coke and special guest Tim Meade as they reveal strategies for using points and miles to elevate your travel experiences. Tim Meade, co-founder of “Wandering Destination” shares how he and his wife have explored 27 countries across six continents using credit card rewards.
From staying in Irish castles to exploring Turkey’s serene landscapes, Tim’s journey is a testament to smart travel planning. DeAndre underscores the podcast’s mission: to help you use credit card points for luxurious yet budget-friendly travel. This episode is packed with actionable tips to elevate your travel game.
Key Highlights:
Leveraging Delta SkyMiles: Learn how Tim’s frequent trips to Atlanta earned him extensive travel perks
Two-Player Mode: Discover the benefits of couples using separate cards and referring each other for maximum rewards
Credit Card Benefits: Insights into the versatile rewards of the Chase Sapphire Preferred and American Express Platinum cards
Strategic Planning: Use tools like Travel Freely to track spending, bonuses, and manage the Chase 5/24 rule
Memorable Destinations: Highlights include a castle stay in Ireland and a cost-free adventure in Turkey during COVID-19
Future Travel Plans: Tim and DeAndre’s upcoming explorations in Asia, with tips on optimizing layovers and lounges
Plus, more insights to transform your travel experiences with points and miles!
In this unmissable episode, you’ll discover how this significant travel strategy can unlock luxury destinations without the luxury price tag, all while making your journey a more streamlined and convenient experience.
Join hosts DeAndre Coke and Taryn Gisbert as they explore how leveraging major airline hubs while utilizing points and miles can open up a world of affordable luxury destinations. They’ll guide you through choosing the best hubs, maximizing airline alliances like One World, and using travel rewards to enjoy opulent experiences economically.
Key Highlights:
Strategic Flight Positioning: Uncover how to optimize travel through major hubs to snag the best travel deals
Alliance Advantages: Utilize airline alliances, such as One World with American Airlines, to broaden your travel horizons extensively
Hybrid Travel Strategies: Combine points and cash effectively to balance cost with luxury on your travels
Luxury on a Budget: Learn to navigate travel rewards for accessing luxurious experiences affordably
Travel Planning Mastery: Master the use of tools like FlightConnections.com to plan your journeys flawlessly and avoid typical travel mishaps
How can you transform a love for travel into a sustainable digital empire?
Join host DeAndre Coke on “Revolutionizing Your Journey” as he sits down with Stephen from The Lover’s Passport. Stephen shares the incredible journey of how he and his wife, Giselle, turned their couples travel Instagram account from a pandemic pastime into a thriving business with over 800,000 followers. Explore their incredible transition from conventional careers to digital nomadism, their innovative use of credit card points for lavish travels, and their strategy for maintaining authenticity while running a successful Instagram business.
Key Highlights:
From Casual Clicks to Corporate Success: Discover The Lover’s Passport’s evolution from a hobby to a full-blown entrepreneurial venture during a global crisis
Democratizing Luxury Travel: Learn how Stephen and Giselle make extravagant destinations affordable through smart use of financial tools like credit card rewards points and miles
Mastering Content Creation: Follow their ascent from photography novices to social media sensations with a massive global following
Entrepreneurial Insights: Gain practical tips on juggling a successful online platform with personal passions
Education for Creators: Check out the Creator’s Passport for exclusive lessons on becoming a successful digital content creator
Perfecting the Professional-Personal Balance: Stephen and Giselle share their strategy for enjoying travel fully while capturing it beautifully for their audience
How can your credit card take you around the world for almost nothing?
Join hosts DeAndre Coke and co-host Taryn Gisbert on “Revolutionizing Your Journey” as they explore the art of strategic travel with Joanna “Joe” Brown and Mary Ellen from the “Wonderland on Points” podcast! Starting with stories of their transitions from education and healthcare into renowned travel gurus, they discuss how maximizing credit card points has turned into a lifestyle of adventurous and economical travel. This episode offers strategies, inspiring travel stories, and practical advice for using points and miles to your advantage.
Key Highlights:
Discover Unexpected Beginnings: Learn how an anniversary gift, a Chase Sapphire Preferred card, launched Mary Ellen into the world of travel points, leading to near-cost-free luxurious travels
Explore Career Transitions: Hear how Joanna turned financial adversity into an opportunity by embracing the world of credit cards, enhancing both her travels and financial health
Adopt Practical Points Strategies: Gain insights on leveraging cards like Amex Gold for everyday purchases to rack up significant travel rewards
Get Inspired by Memorable Redemptions: Stories from family trips to Puerto Rico to lavish getaways in Switzerland demonstrate the impactful savings from travel points
Utilize Budget-Friendly Travel Tips: Learn about helpful apps like Fetch and Upside, which offer unique ways to extend your travel budget
Plan for Future Travels: Get inspired by their bucket-list plans for South Korea and Tokyo, showing the profound power of well-used points
Imagine surprising your family with a business class flight to Europe, but skipping the hefty price tag.
In this episode of “Revolutionizing Your Journey,” hosted by DeAndre Coke, travel aficionado Rob Dulgarian of @travelpointsrob shares his journey from his first Chase Sapphire Reserve card to a lifestyle of global family adventures. Experience stories from lavish stays in Costa Rica’s Tabba Con resort to surprising his kids with business class flights to Europe. Rob demonstrates how effectively managed points can make extravagant trips wonderfully accessible.
Key Highlights:
Points & Miles Strategy: Learn how Rob and his wife skillfully manage over 30 credit cards to maximize benefits with just a few key ones
Family Travel Planning: Discover Rob’s unique family tradition of special travel experiences with each child, creating lasting memories
Luxury on a Budget: Hear how Rob uses points for high-end travel experiences, such as his family’s stay at an all-inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic
Financial Planning with Travel Rewards: Understand the significance of financial discipline in managing multiple cards and improving credit scores
Future Travel Dreams: Get insight into Rob’s plans for a dream trip to Thailand in business class, smartly funded through point accumulation
What if your next luxury vacation could be nearly free?
Join Adam Garrett on the “Revolutionizing Your Journey” podcast, hosted by DeAndre Coke. From his early exposure to credit card rewards as a child to his current prowess in leveraging points for both his real estate business and personal trips, Adam shares his comprehensive mastery. He covers the nuances of his travel strategies, demonstrating how planned credit use can turn points into plush escapades, even on a budget. Adam also offers valuable insights into managing multiple credit cards and maximizing travel rewards without compromising financial health, ensuring listeners can access the same level of luxurious travel he enjoys.
Key Highlights:
Credit Point Mastery: Follow Adam’s evolution from a curious kid to a credit card guru, crafting high-value travel experiences
Family-focused Travel Planning: Discover how Adam customizes travel plans to accommodate his wife’s health needs, ensuring luxury through domestic trips and staycations
Strategic Credit Use: Learn how Adam builds a strong financial future for his family with intelligent credit card use and reward optimization
Luxury on a Budget: Experience Adam’s tips for transforming credit card points into unforgettable travel experiences, from Disney World to exclusive stays at Marriott’s properties
Smart Financial Tools: Gain insights into the tools and strategies Adam uses to manage multiple credit cards effectively, maximizing rewards without the stress
Business Credit Benefits: Explore how even informal business activities can benefit from the strategic use of business credit cards to enhance travel rewards
Ever wondered what it takes to leave everything behind and explore the world?
Meet Lieke, a 22-year-old Dutch adventurer, as she recounts her thrilling exploration of 35 countries on BoldlyGo’s “Revolutionizing Your Journey” podcast, hosted by DeAndre Coke. Beginning her odyssey with a solo trip to the Caribbean in 2019, Lieke shares the essence of her travel philosophy, blending adventure, cultural immersion, and savvy journeying. Lieke also unpacks what drives her wanderlust for adventure and shares some of the tips and helpful bits of advice that she has gained through her many diverse destinations.
Key Highlights:
Global Footprints: From dropping out of college to global explorer, discover Lieke’s travels, emphasizing adaptability and cultural connections
Solo Travel Insights: Unpack the thrills and challenges of solo exploration with tips on safety, budgeting, and embracing global diversity
Adventurous Spirit Unleashed: Discover Lieke’s riveting experiences, from a demanding hike in Peru to spontaneous escapades around the world
Hostel Life and Safety: Dive into hostel culture, exploring the delicate balance of community and privacy, with safety strategies for solo female travelers
Budgeting Brilliance: Learn how to managing finances on the go, choosing cost-effective accommodations and transportation
Backpacking Essentials: Gain insights into minimalist packing strategies
Travel Tips and Top Destinations: Follow your heart in travel as Lieke offers practical guidance for solo trips and shares her favorite destinations, from Nicaragua to Bali