Travel Hacking and Maximizing Reward Points with Lee Huffman (SA002)
Today Crystal and Joe explore the world of reward points and travel hacking with expert Lee Huffman. The discussion covers the benefits and drawbacks of various credit card reward programs, like the Chase Sapphire Reserve, the perks of having a Southwest Companion Pass, and the value of using portals and dining reward programs. Lee shares his experience with traveling internationally, including tips on using mobile hotspots and the benefits of using eSIM cards. In addition, the show addresses avoiding debt while chasing points and the importance of spending points effectively rather than hoarding them. The episode wraps up with their ‘Gear of the Day' segment featuring a handy mobile hotspot and invites listeners to share their own travel and reward tips.
00:00 Introduction to Reward Points
00:43 Meet Lee Huffman: The Reward Hacking Expert
02:23 Travel Adventures and Family Road Trips
05:13 The Joy of Hugging Wombats
09:40 Travel Hacking Tips and Tricks
20:55 Pit Stop and Trivia Time
25:42 Discovering Point Programs
26:02 Comparing Marriott and Hyatt Points
27:18 Airline Loyalty Programs
29:46 Maximizing Credit Card Rewards
33:01 Stacking Points and Rewards
39:42 Avoiding Credit Card Debt
46:08 Gear for International Travel
50:56 Conclusion and Resources:
Here are the websites mentioned during the episode:
Amazon Gear Store – stackingadventures.com/gear-of-the-day
Check out the gear of the day featured in this episode and support the show!
Billabong Wildlife Sanctuary – billabongsanctuary.com.au
Visit the Billabong Wildlife Sanctuary in Australia and meet the famous wombats!
Bald Thoughts Blog – baldthoughts.com
Lee Huffman’s travel blog covers miles, points, and travel tips to help you adventure better for less.
Point.me – point.me
Search for award flights and find the best ways to use your miles and points.
Aways – aways.com
Another award search engine to help you find the best flight deals using points.
Cashback Monitor – cashbackmonitor.com
Compare rewards from different stores and maximize your cashback, points, and miles.
