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Hi, I'm Lori, a business-savvy, points machine! Join me in my adventures around the world where I use points and miles to travel for (ALMOST) free!
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Japan Awaits: Your Guide to Flying There with Points and Miles
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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 Ja…
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Southwest Showdown: Best Places to Visit With Your Companion Pass
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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 c…
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World’s Best Business Class? How to book Qatar Qsuites
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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 their own luxur…
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World's Best Business Class? How to book Qatar Qsuites
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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, …
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Fly with a Friend: How to Earn the Southwest Companion Pass [2025]
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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 importance of stra…
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Secrets of a Professional Travel Planner: How a 10xTravel Award Booker Uses Points
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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. We then discuss how to be strategic when redeeming points and miles, from minimizing taxes and fees to finding hidden award space and max…
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From Teacher to World Traveler: Supplementing Budget Travel with Points and Miles
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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 unforgettable safari…
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Hotel Loyalty Program Showdown
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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 portfolio…
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Unlock the Digital Nomad Life: Travel the World Using Points! (PLUS 8 Days in Portugal & Spain for Under 400k Points!)
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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 busines…
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Ep 30: Our Australia and New Zealand Trips
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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 visi…
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Ep 29: Avios: Everything You Need to Know + Our Favorite Sweet Spots
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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…
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Ep 28: What's in Our Wallets?
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. You asked, and the gang is finally answering the question we get the most at our meetups and in our Facebook group: Which cards are actually in our wallets? Tune in as Bryce, Emily, Matt, and Travis crack open their wallets and share the cards they love, the cards they think are underrated, and the ones they’…
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Ep 27: How We’d Spend 150,000 Amex Membership Rewards
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this highly requested episode, the team breaks down the ins and outs of earning and spending American Express Membership Rewards (AKA Amex Points). But the real fun begins when Bryce, Travis, Emily, and Matt face off to see who can book the best trip for 150,000 Amex Membership Rewards. And once again, we’…
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Learn how we leveraged 800k points for a total out-of-pocket cost of $3k!द्वारा Points and Miles by Lori
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. For most of us, traveling on points and miles isn’t all champagne and showers in first class. Sure, those elite perks motivate us to rack up points so we can brag to our friends — and in the 10xTravel Insiders Group — about our luxurious vacation. But sometimes, you just need to get from A to B on short notic…
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Imagine as the weather cools in autumn, you're able to head off to remote parts of Italy where it's just you, the sea, and no tourists! Yes, you can (and probably should) have this experience as well.द्वारा Points and Miles by Lori
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. You asked, we listened! After our first listener mailbag episode was unfortunately sacrificed to the podcast gods, we’re back to do it right. Listen in as the team answers the 10xTravel Facebook Group’s top questions about points and miles, hotels, tips for traveling with a family, the true value of cashback …
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Ep 24: Round the World Redemption: 5 Countries. 1 Trip. All Business Class.
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, you’ll hear how a college student used points and miles to take an incredible trip around the world in business class. Proving that you don’t need years of experience to take legendary trips on points and miles, 10xTravel reader Serena joins us to discuss the Round the World trip she booked f…
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Ep 23 – How We’d Spend 135,000 Points
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In today’s episode, the 10x team tells you everything you need to know about these valuable points before breaking down how they’d each use them to book their own next-level trip. Armed with 135,000 hypothetical Chase Ultimate Rewards points, Bryce, Emily, Matt, and Travis each pitch their best trip and leave…
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Ep 22 – Spring Cleaning Your Points and Miles with My10x
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. It’s that time of year again! For most of us, spring means cleaning out our houses, cars, and… wallets? In this special episode, Travis gives us a peek into his My10x wallet and walks us through his process for “spring cleaning” his points and miles. We also discuss the things you should evaluate when cleanin…
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Ep 21 – The Ultimate Guide to Mastering United MileagePlus
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the StarAlliance United MileagePlus program. We have a bunch of tips and tricks that will help anyone become an expert flyer. We’re going to show you how to get the most out of your United miles, and introduce you to the great Excursionist Perk. We’ll discuss United’s c…
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Ep 20 – Things We Wish We Knew When We Started
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. Hey, we all start somewhere. Whether you’re new to this game or you’re a seasoned points veteran, there will always be a couple of lessons you wish you learned sooner. That’s why this week’s episode is all about the things we wish we knew when we got into points and miles. Some are straightforward, like learn…
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Ep 19 – Why You Should Pay Your Taxes on a Credit Card
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure We know, we know. No one likes tax season. But if you’ve gotta pay ’em, you might as well be rewarded for it. That’s why this episode is all about paying your taxes on a credit card to earn major points and miles. Join us as we explain how to do it, which cards you should use, and how to split the payments bet…
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Ep 18 – Perfect Pairs: Romantic Getaways You Can Book with Just 2 Cards
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day and all things love, we’re bringing our “2-Card Trips” series to the podcast — this time with a romantic twist. Listen in as we put together the best Romantic Getaways using points and miles earned from just 2 credit cards. From Paris and Greece all the way to an island escape…
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Ep 17 – The Awards Show: Most Overrated Card, MVP, Saddest Lounge, and More!
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. Ever wonder which credit cards are truly the MVPs of the travel rewards world and which are just riding the hype train? Then this is one awards show you won’t want to miss. Join Bryce, Emily, Travis, and Matt as they hand out awards to your favorite cards, loyalty programs, lounges, and more. From the everyda…
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Ep 16 – 2024’s Top Travel Trends, Destinations, and Predictions
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. To prepare for the year ahead, we’re answering 2024’s biggest travel questions. What travel trends can you expect to see this year? Which points currency should you be trying to earn more of? And what the heck does “Set Jetting” and “Gig Tripping” even mean!? To bring you the cold hard facts (and a healthy do…
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Ep 15 – Looking Ahead: Our Travel and Points Resolutions for 2024
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. Happy New Year and welcome to the first episode of 2024! To kick off the year, we’re reflecting on our 2023 points and miles journeys before breaking down all of the changes we’ll be making going into 2024 — our New Year’s Points and Miles Resolutions. In this episode, we discuss learning from last year’s mis…
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Ep 14: Destination Spotlight: The Ultimate Hawaiian Experience on Points and Miles
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. We’re back with another episode of our “Destination Spotlight” series, this time focused on how to book the best trip to Hawaii on points and miles. Join us as we break down how we’ve booked trips to the Aloha State, the best hotels you can book on points, the most unique hotel perks we’ve seen (including an …
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Ep 13 – Holiday Shopping: Earning Bonus Points, Miles, and Cashback
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. Thanks to all those extra gifts and get-togethers, the holiday season is the most wonderful time of year to rack up extra points and miles. So today, we’re decking the halls with our best advice on how to earn more cashback, points, and miles for the purchases you’re already going to make. Join us as we debat…
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Ep 12 – The Art of Teaming Up: Two-Player Mode in Points and Miles
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. Two is always better than one in the points and miles space. But how do you present the potential of ‘two-player mode’ in points and miles to a skeptical partner? In this episode, the 10x team members tackle the complexities of introducing points and miles to your travel partner, and the unique dynamics and p…
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Ep 11 – Destination Spotlight: Planning the Perfect Mexico Trip Using Points and Miles
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, the 10x team members share their insider knowledge on traveling to Mexico using points and miles. They cover everything from the best airlines and airports to the most effective loyalty programs. You’ll hear about personal experiences, including navigating through a hurricane in Playa del Car…
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Ep 10 – Unlocking the Power of the Southwest Companion Pass
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, the 10x team members discuss the Southwest Companion Pass and how to maximize its benefits. The Companion Pass is basically a two-year ‘buy-one-get-one-free’ deal for airplane tickets, offering incredible perks. The team debunks misconceptions about Southwest being a low-cost carrier, reveals…
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Ep 09 – Spilling the Ink on the Inks
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, the 10x team members provide an in-depth analysis of the world of business credit cards, specifically focusing on the family of Chase Ink business cards. They discuss the qualification process for these financial tools and share personal experiences to help listeners navigate this space. The …
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Ep 08 – From Credit Repair to ANA First Class: A 10xTravel Success Story with Lovan Edwards
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. Bryce and Travis welcome guest Lovan Edwards, a physical therapist and travel enthusiast who has made a BIG splash on our social media pages with his transformative journey in the world of points and miles. Despite initial obstacles like a low credit score and skepticism from family, Lovan managed to overcome…
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EP 07 – Living Large in Europe: Unleashing the Global Power of Points and Miles
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, Bryce, Emily, Travis, and Matt share their experiences and strategies on leveraging travel points and miles for luxurious European vacations. They discuss their trips to the Netherlands, Belgium, Scotland, Lisbon, Paris, and Puglia in Italy, and share their experiences flying with Emirates, B…
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Ep 06 – Advanced Credit Card Tactics: Mastering Points and Miles
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, the 10x team delves into advanced strategies for maximizing credit card points and miles, discussing credit card denials, the psychology around them, and how to navigate the Chase 5/24 rule. The discussion also covers business credit cards, explaining the nuances and grey areas around eligibi…
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Ep 05 – Maximizing Points and Miles Through Airline Alliances
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, the 10X team unlocks the world of airline alliances and how to turn your points and miles into free travel opportunities. Delve into the complexities of booking awards using points and miles from one airline to book a flight operated by another airline in the same alliance Learn about the cha…
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Ep 04 – If Redeeming Points and Miles Was Easy, Everyone Would Be Doing It
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. This episode gets into the context of what it’s like to redeem miles. We set the scene by talking about how award tickets are priced, what it means to have flexibility when booking, and what obstacles you might encounter. The Takeoff podcast is brought to you by 10xTravel – a website and community with one si…
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Ep 03 – Beyond Bonus Offers – Earning Points in Other Ways
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, Bryce, Emily, Travis, and Matt share their tips on how to earn points with methods other than credit card bonus offers. The team will dispel some of the myths around opening credit cards, carrying balances, paying interest, and your credit score, share their day-to-day spending habits that ea…
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Ep 02 Getting Started – First Steps for the Points & Miles Hobby
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. In this episode, Bryce, Emily, Travis, and Matt share their tips on how to get started with the points and miles hobby. You’ll hear about the best and worst credit cards and offers, how to redeem points for your first trip, and advice on being careful with your debt and credit. The 10xTravel team gives you a …
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EP 01 From Local to Luxury – Hot Takes from 10xTravel
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Click "Show More" to see Ad Disclosure. Welcome to the first episode of Takeoff: a points and miles podcast – brought to you by 10xTravel. In each episode, host Bryce Conway, Founder and CEO of 10xTravel, will help you save money and travel better with points and miles. In this episode, you’ll get to know some members of the 10xT team – Bryce Conwa…
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