I recently had the pleasure of being a guest on the ‘Ask an Influencer’ podcast with hosts Robyn Carter and Brooke Stewart. As experts in trends and innovation, Robyn and Brooke explore the evolving landscape of influencer marketing, uncovering insights across industries like food, fashion, fitness, and—of course—travel! It was an honor to join them and share my expertise on maximizing credit card rewards to turn travel goals into actual, unforgettable experiences.
Unlocking the Power of Points
Many people set “more travel” as a goal for the new year, but the reality is that costs can often feel like a major barrier. That’s where points and miles come in! In this episode, I shared my best strategies for collecting and redeeming credit card points to book free hotel stays, flights, and luxury upgrades—the kinds you often see influencers enjoying on social media.
We discussed how you don’t need to be a frequent traveler or a big spender to make the most of credit card rewards. With the right approach, you can strategically earn and use points to reduce (or eliminate!) travel expenses. Whether it’s a family vacation, a couples’ getaway, or a solo adventure, having the right cards and knowing how to use them can make all the difference.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- How to earn points efficiently through everyday spending
- The best ways to redeem points for high-value travel
- Tips for getting those coveted business class upgrades
- Why flexible rewards programs are more powerful than airline or hotel-specific cards
- How to make travel a reality—even on a budget!
Listen to the Full Episode!
If you’ve ever wondered how to take your travel game to the next level without breaking the bank, this episode is for you. Tune in to ‘Ask an Influencer’ to hear my full conversation with Robyn and Brooke and get actionable tips you can start using right away. 🎧 Listen now
Let’s Stay Connected
If you’re looking for personalized guidance on how to use points and miles to create your dream vacations, I offer everything from courses to 1:1 consulting. Let’s turn your travel goals into real trips!
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A huge thank you to Robyn and Brooke for having me on the show—it was a blast talking all things points and travel! Let me know in the comments: What’s your #1 travel goal for this year?
The Points Mom’s Got IT!
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It was our pleasure to have you! Your advice is already coming in handy–I could hear your voice in my head when I was online booking flights yesterday and evaluating whether or not to use points!
Thank you, Cindy! You are a true expert in this space and I can’t wait to apply your knowledge to my next vacation booking!