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Summer 2024 Family California Road Trip: 10 Free Nights with Points
A Little Background As an AAU basketball coach, I have a tournament scheduled for the last weekend of July. Perfect timing for a California road trip! We’ll be making stops in Sacramento, Burbank, and Anaheim, visiting family along the way. Planning the Trip with Marriott Points Back in March 2024, Marriott ran a promotion for their Bonvoy Boundless credit card. After spending $4,000, you receive five free night certificates (each worth up to 50,000 points per night). With property taxes due, it was an opportune time to sign up for the card. Plus, the card comes with a free night certificate (up to 35,000 points) after your one-year anniversary. Not…
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Road to 2 Million Travel Points
Reaching our first million travel points was an exciting milestone, which I detailed in a previous blog post. Now, let’s dive into how we achieved our second million points and how we utilized them to create unforgettable travel experiences. How We Earned 2 Million Travel Points To reach 2 million travel points, we continued leveraging our strategic use of credit cards: Venture X: Our primary catch-all card, earning 2x points per dollar spent, netted us around 150K points through regular spending. AMEX Cards: We accumulated about 127K points, with the AMEX Gold card being our main card for groceries and dining, earning 4x points per dollar. The AMEX Platinum card…
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First 1 Million Travel Points: My Journey
My journey into the world of travel points truly began in March 2022, thanks to an invitation from my brother Nate to sign up for the Venture X credit card. Although I had previously dabbled with an Alaska Airlines credit card and an Expedia credit card, it wasn’t until this point that I really dove into the travel points game. The Start with Venture X What sold me on the Venture X was a YouTube video highlighting its benefits: lounge access, a $300 travel credit, 10K bonus miles each year, and 2x points on every dollar spent. At the time, the sign-up bonus was 100K points after spending $4K. Within…
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Our Family Christmas Adventure: London, Paris, and NYC on Points
Traveling with a family of six is always a challenge, both financially and logistically. However, with a bit of creativity and a lot of travel points, we managed to book an incredible trip to London, Paris, and New York City during the Christmas to New Year’s season without breaking the bank. Quick Summary: Using 330,000 travel points, we booked flights for our family of six from Seattle to San Francisco, London, Paris, New York City, and back to Seattle, saving us around $17,000 in airfare. Additionally, we used 316,000 points for 12 nights of accommodation, which would have cost over $5,000, leaving us with a total out-of-pocket expense of under…
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Running a Business? Unleash Travel Rewards with Chase Ink Business Credit Cards
If you’re a sole proprietor, blogger, influencer, or business owner, Chase Ink Business credit cards can be a game-changer when it comes to earning rewards for your expenses. Two standout options with zero annual fees are the Chase Ink Business Unlimited and Chase Ink Business Cash cards. Sign-Up Bonuses That Wow These cards often feature impressive sign-up bonuses, making them even more appealing. At their peak, you could score $900 cashback or 90,000 Ultimate Rewards points. Typically, the bonus is a still-generous $750 cashback or 75,000 Ultimate Rewards points. Comparing the Chase Ink Duo Let’s break down how you can earn points with these cards: Maximizing Your Cash Back But…
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Earn Travel Points by Paying Your Rent with the Bilt Credit Card – No Annual Fee!
If you’re renting an apartment, helping out your college student, or simply looking for a great credit card to earn rewards, the Bilt Credit Card might be your secret to unlocking fantastic travel perks without breaking the bank. This zero annual fee card offers an array of benefits that make it an excellent choice for renters and savvy travelers alike. Earning Points on Rent Payments Renting an apartment can be a substantial monthly expense, but with the Bilt Credit Card, you can turn those payments into a rewarding experience. Every time you pay your rent with this card, you earn valuable points. It’s like getting a little something extra back…
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Disclaimer: Responsible Credit Card Usage
In this travel points blog, while we aim to provide valuable insights into earning travel points, we must stress the importance of responsible credit card usage. Here are some essential reminders: Remember that responsible credit card usage can be a powerful tool for earning travel points and enjoying the perks of travel rewards. By adhering to good financial habits, you can make the most of your travel points journey while safeguarding your financial well-being.
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European Adventures: A Journey Fueled by Travel Points
Greetings, fellow travelers! Today, I want to share with you the incredible European adventure I embarked on with my family, made possible through the art of travel points. Our journey took us through the picturesque landscapes and charming cities of the Netherlands, France, and Switzerland. As a bonus, we got to explore Amsterdam, the city of canals, before concluding our unforgettable trip in the vibrant city of Paris. The Power of Travel Points: Turning Dreams into Reality The idea of traveling with miles and points always intrigued me, and I decided to dive deep into this world of rewards. With a bit of financial discipline and responsible credit card use,…
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Seattle to Madrid for 20K points
Traveling from Seattle to Madrid for only 20K points
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Unlocking Italy: Repositioning for Unbeatable Travel Deals
How we booked business class tickets one way for only 55K points Now that I figured out how to look for deals on Air France from Seattle to Europe, how about checking out deals to Italy? Florence was a city we really wanted to visit and my wife is a teacher so we had to check for flights during spring break which for us is in April. If you saw blog post about my 20K I found from Seattle to Madrid, I was using that is the baseline for how much points it would cost to fly to Europe. Since we booked a family trip in February of 2024, my…
