Feb 27 2025 53 mins 17
Join host Justin Vacula on the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast as he explores the world of points and miles with Julia Menez from Geobreeze Travel.
Discover how to travel at low cost using credit card rewards, benefits, and loyalty programs.
In this episode, they discuss the points and miles lifestyle, financial independence, and share tips on maximizing travel rewards. Learn about exciting conference experiences, favorite travel tips, and upcoming events.
Subscribe for more insights on budget-friendly travel adventures!
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Low-Cost Travel with Points and Miles
01:03 Meetups and Social Media Engagement
01:43 Interview with Julia Menez
02:05 Las Vegas Travel Tips and Zorkfest
09:33 Financial Independence and Geobreeze Travel
11:18 Maximizing Points and Miles for Travel
21:28 Intangible Benefits of Points and Miles
27:59 Getting Started with Miles and Points
29:14 Choosing the Right Credit Cards
30:12 Maximizing Points and Benefits
30:32 Cash and Points
31:58 Earning AA Loyalty Points
34:02 Creative Spending Strategies
41:01 Listener Questions
45:05 Upcoming Cards and Trips in 2025
50:25 Closing Announcements and Events
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Discover how to travel at low cost using credit card rewards, benefits, and loyalty programs.
In this episode, they discuss the points and miles lifestyle, financial independence, and share tips on maximizing travel rewards. Learn about exciting conference experiences, favorite travel tips, and upcoming events.
Subscribe for more insights on budget-friendly travel adventures!
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Low-Cost Travel with Points and Miles
01:03 Meetups and Social Media Engagement
01:43 Interview with Julia Menez
02:05 Las Vegas Travel Tips and Zorkfest
09:33 Financial Independence and Geobreeze Travel
11:18 Maximizing Points and Miles for Travel
21:28 Intangible Benefits of Points and Miles
27:59 Getting Started with Miles and Points
29:14 Choosing the Right Credit Cards
30:12 Maximizing Points and Benefits
30:32 Cash and Points
31:58 Earning AA Loyalty Points
34:02 Creative Spending Strategies
41:01 Listener Questions
45:05 Upcoming Cards and Trips in 2025
50:25 Closing Announcements and Events
--
Main website, including episode transcripts: https://hurdygurdytravelpodcast.com
Referral links: https://hurdygurdytravel.com/donate-referral-links/
Join me for in-person meetups I host in Willow Grove, PA: https://www.meetup.com/phillymilesandpoints/
SubscribeStar: https://www.subscribestar.com/hurdy-gurdy-travel
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/hurdygurdytravelpodcast
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hurdy-gurdy-travel-podcast/id1489093490
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8EcIcoNU1HK4KKhQtTkAWw
Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/hurdy-gurdy-travel-podcast
Google Play: https://www.play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/l5bmuntd4wpvtklvg42ejg42ejg4apiu
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HurdyGurdyTravelPodcast
Twitter: https://twitter.com/HGTravelPodcast
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/justinvacula
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