Takeoff: A Points and Miles Podcast by 10xTravel

Nov 20 2024 39 ep. 61 mins 146
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The Takeoff podcast is brought to you by 10xTravel (“10xT”) – a website and community with one simple goal: to help you travel more while spending less. 10xT publishes content related to credit card rewards, personal finance, travel, and lifestyle.

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Japan Awaits: Your Guide to Flying There with Points and Miles

Nov 20 2024 56 mins  
Japan is on everyone’s bucket list—and for good reason. With world-class food, fascinating culture, and a blend of ancient and modern cities, it’s a dream destination for travelers. But how can you make the long-haul trip to Japan without spending a fortune? In this episode, Bryce and Travis walk you through everything you need to know to fly to Japan using points and miles.

Southwest Showdown: Best Places to Visit With Your Companion Pass

Nov 06 2024 50 mins  
You already know how valuable Southwest’s 2-for-1 Companion Pass is. But what’s the best way to fully unlock that value? Well, it depends on who you ask… In this episode, the team goes head to head as they debate the best trips to take with your Southwest Companion pass. Should you take your travel partner on a luxurious island escape, a charming city break, or something in b

World's Best Business Class? How to book Qatar Qsuites

Oct 23 2024 48 mins  
Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. Private Suites. Double Beds. Caviar. And that’s just the beginning… Considered by many travelers (and Skytrax) to be the best business class in the world, Qatar Airways’ Qsuites can be a tough ticket to book on points and miles. Fortunately, today’s episode will tell you how to do just that. Listen as Bryce, Matt, and Travis discuss t

Fly with a Friend: How to Earn the Southwest Companion Pass [2025]

Oct 09 2024 67 mins  
Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. A 2-for-1 plane ticket that lets you bring a friend on your next trip? Nope, it’s not too good to be true. It’s the Southwest Companion Pass, and we’re telling you exactly how to get it. In this episode, Bryce, Emily, and Travis delve into the easiest ways to easily earn and maximize this industry-leading companion pass. From the import

Secrets of a Professional Travel Planner: How a 10xTravel Award Booker Uses Points

Sep 25 2024 54 mins  
Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, we’re joined by special guest Morgan—one of 10X Travel’s top award booking experts. In addition to detailing her epic world travels, Morgan offers valuable insights into the art of award booking. She also gives her top tips for strategically redeeming points and miles, from minimizing taxes and fees to finding hidden a

From Teacher to World Traveler: Supplementing Budget Travel with Points and Miles

Sep 11 2024 71 mins  
Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. Ever thought about quitting your job to travel the world? Then you won’t want to miss this episode! In this episode, long-time 10xTravel group member Michelle joins us to share her inspiring story of leaving her teaching career, living out of a backpack, and traveling the globe using points and miles. Listen as she recounts her unforgettabl

Hotel Loyalty Program Showdown

Aug 28 2024 61 mins  
Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this lively episode recorded in Salt Lake City, Bryce, Matt, Emily, and Travis offer a Thunderdome-style face-off on major hotel loyalty programs. Each host champions a different program—Bryce for IHG, Matt for Marriott, Emily for Hyatt, and Travis for Hilton. They dive into the global reach and quality of properties, hotel credit card p

Unlock the Digital Nomad Life: Travel the World Using Points! (PLUS 8 Days in Portugal & Spain for Under 400k Points!)

Aug 13 2024 66 mins  
Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode of Takeoff by 10XTravel, stand-in host Emily, Matt, and podcast newcomer Zach explore the digital nomad lifestyle with Zach, who has been on the road since 2018. Plus, we introduce our newest segment, where we answer your top points and miles questions-from Amex strategies and managing business cards to planning a luxury stayc

Ep 30: Our Australia and New Zealand Trips

Jul 31 2024 67 mins  
Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. What’s better than finally getting to visit Australia and New Zealand? Doing it on points and miles. In this 1-on-1 episode, Travis and Emily compare notes from their trips down under. From debating first vs. business class to the nicest hotel Emily’s ever stayed at, you’ll get all of their best tips for visiting Oceania in style. In

Ep 29: Avios: Everything You Need to Know + Our Favorite Sweet Spots

Jul 17 2024 55 mins  
Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. Five airlines. One currency. Endless ways to spend. That’s the beauty of Avios points. But with this many options, it can be hard to know where to start. That’s why this episode covers everything you need to know about Avios, followed by some of our favorite “sweet spots” that let you maximize their value. In This Episode: The best