Tag: Travel Adventures
Playing the Points and Miles Game as a Family with @thefrugalandfreetravelers (Ep. 29)

Playing the Points and Miles Game as a Family with @thefrugalandfreetravelers (Ep. 29)

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How can families travel luxuriously without breaking the bank?

Challenge your preconceived notions about cost-effective luxurious travel in this episode of the Revolutionizing Your Journey podcast. Host DeAndre Coke welcomes Jordan and Courtney from “The Frugal and Free Travelers,” an Indiana-based couple with two daughters who share their love of adventure. 

Together they have mastered traveling frugally yet luxuriously through strategic planning and usage of points and miles. Starting with the Chase Freedom card in 2007 to lavish trips to South America and Disney World, Jordan and Courtney share insights and tips on balancing family, work, and a passion for travel.

Key Highlights:

  • Family Travel Dynamics: Learn how Jordan and Courtney prioritize travel despite a middle-class income, manage long flights with ease, and train their kids to enjoy travel
  • Credit Card Strategy: Discover how they started with the Chase Freedom card and now open multiple cards annually, focusing on transferable points to improve their credit scores
  • Travel Planning: Understand how Courtney handles 80% of research and planning, balancing activities to ensure memorable trips for the entire family
  • Memorable Trips: Hear about their highlights, including hiking in Madeira, exploring Portugal, and using Alaska Airlines miles for South America, plus a budget-friendly stay in Chile and maximizing credits at the Arizona Biltmore
  • Challenges and Solutions: Find out how they overcome challenges like booking four business class seats and hotel rooms for four, emphasizing the importance of earning large points and understanding program availability
  • Advice for Beginners: Receive practical advice on starting small with points, avoiding hoarding, and using them promptly
  • Upcoming Adventures: Get a sneak peek into their future trips to Greece and Turks and Caicos, and dream destinations like Thailand and Indonesia. Follow their journey on Instagram and visit their website for more resources
  • And much more!

 

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How to Explore Every Country on Earth: A Travel Guide with @hudsonandemily (Ep. 27)

How to Explore Every Country on Earth: A Travel Guide with @hudsonandemily (Ep. 27)

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How can the Herculean task of traveling to every country on Earth change your worldview and inspire others to pursue their dreams?

Join DeAndre Coke as he welcomes Hudson and Emily, a dynamic duo on a mission to visit every country in the world. Together they share their incredible journey—starting with an RV trip across the U.S. to visiting 180 countries—and how a personal tragedy motivated them to live intentionally and embrace a life of travel.

Emily and Hudson discuss the evolution of their travel goals, savvy budgeting strategies, and their transition to full-time content creation. They reveal the joys and challenges of their adventures, from participating in unique cultural practices to experiencing the kindness of strangers. Tune in and discover how their travels have deepened their appreciation for the world’s diversity and humanity.

Key Highlights:

  • Journey Beginnings: The unexpected loss of Hudson’s father inspired their RV trip across all 50 U.S. states, sparking their global travel mission
  • Budget Travel: They initially saved by staying in free locations and continued to budget carefully during their international adventures
  • Content Creation: They transitioned from a lifestyle blog to full-time travel content creators, sharing valuable insights and experiences
  • Cultural Immersion: Memorable experiences include participating in the Mandari tribe’s customs in South Sudan and witnessing the generosity of locals in Afghanistan
  • Upcoming Travels: Excited to visit China, 11 Pacific Islands, and saving the Bahamas as their final destination
  • Future Plans: They plan to settle down after visiting every country, start a family, and continue content creation focused on marriage, travel, and parenting
  • Inspiring Others: They emphasize kindness, intentional living, and the importance of taking the first step toward your dreams

Tune in for these insights and more, as Hudson and Emily’s journey continues to inspire.

 

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Maximizing Points & Miles for Budget-Friendly Luxury Travel with Tim Meade (Ep. 23)

Maximizing Points & Miles for Budget-Friendly Luxury Travel with Tim Meade (Ep. 23)

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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!

 

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