Wonderland on Points | Credit Card Rewards & Budget Travel

Mar 09 2025 91 ep. 48 mins 9
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A show where two adventurous moms share everything they have learned about traveling on credit card points and how to explore the world on a budget.

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91. An Epic Thailand Adventure with @PointsPat

Mar 09 2025 60 mins  
Today on The Wonderland on Points Podcast, we’re excited to have Pat, the travel expert behind the popular TikTok and Instagram @PointsPat accounts. He took an incredible backpacking adventure through Southeast Asia, and in this episode, he’s sharing all the details of his journey. From scoring incredible hotel stays to flying in epic business class seats, Pat used points and m

90. Midweek Mini: Everything You Need To Know About The Hyatt Devaluation

Mar 04 2025 18 mins  
It’s that dreaded time of year again for all points and miles lovers – Hyatt is shaking up its award chart! In this episode, we’re diving into the latest changes, from the exciting updates to the not-so-great ones. Whether you're looking to maximize your points or plan your next getaway, we’re here to break down what’s changing and how it will affect your travel plans. Tu

89. Points to Paradise: A Luxury Masai Mara Safari with @EmilyEatsandExplores

Mar 02 2025 69 mins  
We’re heading to the breathtaking Masai Mara in Kenya for an exclusive look at a luxury safari experience. Our guest, Emily Cooper from Emily Eats and Explore, shares all the details on how you can experience this once-in-a-lifetime adventure using your points at the JW Marriott.While it’s a big redemption, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered with a step-by-step formula to

88. Midweek Mini: Venture VS Venture X

Feb 25 2025 18 mins  
Midweek Mini Alert! Today, we’re doing a card showdown: Venture vs. Venture X—which one is the better fit for you? With the Capital One Venture Rewards card currently offering an elevated welcome offer, we thought it was the perfect time to break down both of these cards for you.We’ll also dive into why these cards have become our top choice for starter cards. Whether you’r

87. A Weekend In Boston- The Perfect Family Destination on Points

Feb 23 2025 42 mins  
Welcome back to Wonderland on Points! Today, we’re revisiting our first love—affordable domestic family travel! In this episode, we’re taking you to a city rich in history and culture: Boston, a perfect destination for a long weekend getaway or a family vacation—all while using points to make it insanely affordable.We’ll be sharing our top tips and tricks for booking flig

86. Midweek Mini: Freezing Your Credit 101- Protect Yourself From Identity Theft and Potentially Improve Your Chances of Card Approvals!

Feb 18 2025 15 mins  
Today on our Midweek Mini, Mary Ellen is flying solo while Jo is out sick with the flu. In this episode, she dives deep into an essential topic: freezing your credit. With identity theft becoming more and more prevalent, freezing your credit is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself—and best of all, it’s completely free!Mary Ellen takes you step by step

85. Cape Town South Africa on Points - Stunning Beauty and More Affordable Than You Think

Feb 16 2025 48 mins  
This week on the Wonderland on Points Podcast, Mary Ellen shares all the details of her incredible medical service trip to Cape Town, South Africa. While this wasn't a points and miles trip, we've done the research so you can turn it into an affordable family vacation on points. We provide recommendations for flights, accommodations, and AMAZING activities to make your trip unforge

84. Midweek Mini: Can I Earn Points When Buying a Car?

Feb 11 2025 18 mins  
In today’s special Midweek Mini episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back Monday's guest, Ariana, who is breaking new ground as our FIRST EVER guest for our shorter episodes! Ariana recently helped her sister purchase a car using a credit card, racking up an impressive amount of points in the process. As many of you know, car payments and purchases can be tricky when it comes to

83. Long Live this Swiftie’s Fearless Journey to Singapore on Points for The Best Day With Her Nieces

Feb 09 2025 55 mins  
We’re putting on our friendship bracelets and Swiftie swag as we chat with Ariana from Point Chaser about her EPIC trip to Singapore to see Taylor Swift during the Eras Tour. Ariana is an expert points journalist, with viral articles featured in Business Insider, The Points Guy, and many more. We were thrilled to have her on the show to share her insider tips and tricks for maxim

82. Midweek Mini- My Player 2 Thinks This Will Ruin Our Credit Scores!

Feb 04 2025 13 mins  
This week, Jo flies solo on the Wonderland on Points Midweek Mini while Mary Ellen is out of town. As the one in the duo with a reluctant Player 2, Jo is no stranger to the myth that credit cards will ruin a credit score. She takes this mini dive into the world of credit scores, offering a quick refresher on what factors contribute to a healthy score. Plus, she shares some tips and