Discover how to tap into your CME allowance for unforgettable trips, from wellness retreats to international adventures. Dr. Courtney breaks down the options available and shares tips for navigating employer restrictions. She also reveals her favorite credit card perks and benefits that can elevate your travel experiences. Get ready to be inspired to prioritize rest and explore the world in a whole new way.

Inside I’m sharing all the details of how I booked an unforgettable family vacation to the Maldives almost entirely on points. It may seem out of reach, but with some strategic travel hacking, you can turn that dream into a reality.

The Travel Mom Squad shares their journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the most influential voices in the award travel industry. Get ready for an inside look at how these three powerhouse women are changing the face of award travel education.

Get a look behind the scenes of the podcast’s journey. I share why I started this venture, reveal surprising statistics about the show, and discuss how I use what I’ve learned to make the next 100 episodes even better for you.

I walk you through my simple 5-step process for evaluating which rewards credit cards deserve to keep their coveted spots in your wallet for another year. I explain why regularly assessing your card lineup is crucial for aligning your strategy with your evolving points goals and spending patterns.

Tune in as Sujatha and I share our most memorable award trips, our highest value redemptions, and the trips we already have planned for 2025 using points.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sujatha Murali for an in-depth look at our 2024 points earning strategies, successes, and surprises. Get ready for a peek inside our wallets as we break down the nitty-gritty details of our points game.

Discover why you should consider doing a points year in review, what you can learn from it, and how to go about putting together your own annual points audit. I walk you through my process step-by-step and share some of my own key takeaways from this year’s analysis. By the end, you’ll be equipped to evaluate your own points performance and make data-driven decisions for your 2025 points strategy.

Learn how to qualify for unlimited flights through the Southwest Companion Pass. We discuss how to decide if the Southwest Companion Pass should be part of your award travel strategy for the upcoming year, and you’ll learn about all the mistakes you need to avoid if you want to qualify for your own Southwest Companion Pass.

We cover all the need-to-know news in the points and miles space. We share our predictions for 2025, our wish lists for the future of award travel, and our ratings for the overall state of the points and miles game.