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Do You Actually Know How Many Points You Have?

Do you know how many points and miles you actually have? Not just in your favorite airline or hotel program, but across all of your cards, airlines, hotels, and bank accounts. And more importantly, do you know roughly what all those points are worth?In this episode, Travis digs into a problem that e

00:14:48

Are Points & Miles Too Good to Be True? 4 Common Objections

Points and miles can look complicated from the outside. But for many beginners, the biggest obstacles aren't finding the right transfer partner or choosing the perfect credit card. It's actually the fears and uncertainty that come with getting started that hold people back.Join My10x: Manage your po

00:21:34

What Can 100,000 Points REALLY Buy? (We Booked It All)

In this episode we cover: points and miles for beginners, how to use credit card points for travel, award travel explained, maximizing transfer bonuses, airline transfer partners, business class on points, economy award redemptions, repositioning flights, how to book flights with points, Virgin Atla

00:27:29

Points & Miles Strategies That Can Save You Thousands on Travel

Looking for smarter ways to earn and use travel rewards? In this episode, the 10xTravel team is sharing some of our favorite points and miles strategies to help you get more value from every point you earn.Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becomi

00:57:48

The Best Places to Use Your Points & Miles

Where should you travel next with points and miles? In this compilation episode, we're bringing together some of the best destination recommendations from past 10xTravel episodes to help you plan your next award trip.Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your trave

00:41:14

Lessons From Our Biggest Travel Close Calls and Near Misses

Some of our favorite trips nearly never happened! This episode is exposing the 10xTravel team's biggest travel close calls, near misses, and last-minute saves.Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayFrom a honeymoon flight that w

00:38:15

Traveling With Kids on Points & Miles: Our Top Family Travel Tips

In this special episode, we’re revisiting some of our best conversations and segments focused on family travel with points and miles.Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayFrom booking award flights for a family of five to hotel

00:40:36

The New 10xTravel+: Award Alerts, Tools & Community

We rebuilt 10xTravel+ from the ground up, and now we're sharing everything you need to know before you join!Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayIn this episode, the 10xTravel team is pulling back the curtain on the brand-new

00:43:13

100K Points Challenge: Plan Trips for Solo, Couples & Families

How far can 100,000 points really go? In this episode, the 10xTravel crew put this question to the test by planning three completely different trips using the same points budget: One for a solo traveler, one for a couple, and one for a family of four. And the results might surprise you!Join My10x: M

00:52:17

All-Inclusive Resorts with Points: Best Programs & Hidden Costs

Are all-inclusive resorts actually the best way to use your points? In this episode, Travis, Emily, and Matt break down everything you need to know about booking all-inclusive resorts with points and miles.Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becomi

00:59:23

Are Repositioning Flights Worth It? Risks, Rewards, and Real Stories

Repositioning flights can unlock massive points savings, but they can also derail your entire trip if you’re not careful. In this episode, Travis, Emily, and Matt break down one of the most powerful (and misunderstood) strategies in points and miles. From near-miss travel disasters to smart ways to

00:52:42

United & Hyatt Loyalty Changes: What Travelers Need to Know

Hyatt just devalued its points system, and it could impact your next trip more than you think. In this episode, Travis, Emily, and Matt break down the 2026 loyalty program shakeup affecting World of Hyatt and United MileagePlus. They're getting into specific program shifts and what it actually means

01:08:52

How to Fly Business Class to Italy Using Points and Miles

Dreaming about sipping espresso in Milan, exploring the lakes of Northern Italy, or wandering the historic streets of Rome without paying thousands for airfare? In this episode, Travis is joined by Matt and Emily to break down some of the best ways to fly business class to Italy using points and mil

00:51:51

Warm Weather Destinations You Can Book With Points

Ready to escape the cold and head to somewhere with sunshine? In this episode, Travis, Emily, and Matt reveal their favorite warm weather destinations you can book using points and miles, getting into the details of travel to Mexico, Greece, Costa Rica and more.Join My10x: Manage your points and mil

01:04:36

Last-Minute Family Travel with Points: Ryan's Real-World Strategies

Does family travel with points really require planning years in advance? In this episode of Takeoff, Travis and Emily sit down with Ryan Fernandez, a longtime 10xTravel reader and mom who proves that last-minute family travel on points is not only possible, but actually practical!Join My10x: Manage

00:55:29

Best U.S. Airline Loyalty Program for 2026: Alaska vs United vs American

Which U.S. airline loyalty program delivers the most value in 2026? In this roundtable discussion, the 10xTravel crew debates Alaska Airlines, United MileagePlus, and American AAdvantage to determine which program stands out for earning miles, redeeming points, elite status perks, and partner networ

01:19:13

Travel Emergencies: How Points & Miles Can Save the Day

Flight canceled? Missed connection? Weather delays or last-minute emergency travel? Travel doesn’t always go according to plan. But Travis, Emily, and Matt are here to show how points and miles can help!In this episode, the crew shares real stories of canceled flights, unexpected reroutes, and last-

00:52:10

2025 Points & Miles Recap: Top Trends from the 10xTravel Community

2025 was anything but boring for points and miles. In this episode, the 10xTravel team reflects on the biggest wins, losses, and debates that dominated the 10xTravel Facebook Group this past year.From controversial airline changes to once-in-a-lifetime wins, the community had a lot to say - and not

00:52:03

Essential Travel Gear We Never Fly Without (Featuring Lovan Edwards)

Looking for the best travel gear for all your 2026 travel? Travis and Emily are joined by 10xTravel’s social media manager and resident packing expert, Lovan Edwards, to unpack the exact items they bring on every trip. The crew covers luggage picks, backpack setups, flight accessories, and more!From

01:09:32

Inside the 10xTravel Origin Story: Bryce’s Farewell Episode

In this special episode, the team sits down together in person as Bryce records his final conversation as CEO of 10xTravel. For the first time, you’ll hear the full origin story in one place, starting with the moment a college kid with no travel budget stumbled into a hobby that changed his life - a

01:05:07

A Business Owner’s Guide to Turning Company Spend Into Free Travel

How do business owners actually use credit cards, points, and miles to get the most travel out of their spend? In this episode, the 10xTravel crew sits down with Neill Drake, owner of Antarctica Travel Group, to explore how business owners can use credit cards, strategic spend, and loyalty programs

01:20:27

How to Travel to Thailand Using Points and Miles

Dreaming of Thailand’s golden temples, street food, and island sunsets, and want to get there using points and miles? In this episode, Bryce, Emily, and Matt share exactly how they did just that, from finding award flights to booking dream hotels on points.You’ll learn:How Bryce’s original $20K Thai

00:47:12

Family Travel Tips: Best Hotel Loyalty Programs for Parents

Planning a family trip? In this episode, Bryce and Travis dive into the real challenges of traveling with kids, and how to use hotel loyalty programs to make it smoother (and cheaper). From Hyatt’s family plan rates to Hilton’s free breakfast perks, they reveal which brands actually deliver value fo

00:54:42

How Dining & Shopping Portals Can Boost Your Travel Rewards Fast

You don’t have to step on a plane or check into a hotel to rack up serious points and miles. In this episode of Takeoff: A Points & Miles Podcast by 10xTravel, Bryce, Emily, and Matt break down the hidden value of airline and hotel shopping and dining portals, and how you can use them to turn everyd

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