Takeoff
A points and miles podcast by 10xTravel
Recent Episodes
May 7, 2025
Points & Miles Unfiltered: Our Most Controversial Hot Takes
It’s time to turn up the heat! In this special hot takes episode, Bryce, Emily, and Travis are dishing out their most unfiltered opinions on points and miles travel, credit card strategies, and everything in between. From questioning the true value of “free night” certificates to debating whether optimizing every point is really worth it, …
April 23, 2025
Airport Lounges Decoded: Best, Worst, and How to Get Access
Thinking about airport lounge access for your next trip — or wondering if it’s actually worth it? In this episode, Bryce, Matt, Emily, and Travis share everything you need to know about airport lounges, from stand-out experiences (both good and bad) to how to gain lounge access on your next trip. The team shares their …
April 9, 2025
American Airlines AAdvantage Explained: Best Redemptions & Earning Tips
Have you taken flight with the American Airlines AAdvantage program yet? In this episode, Bryce is joined by Emily and Matt to unpack the program details—from earning and redeeming miles to status tiers and program quirks. Earning AAdvantage miles can be tricky, so the crew is breaking down their thoughts on how to maximize the benefits …
March 26, 2025
Maximizing Credit Card Points: The 3 Types You Need to Know
When it comes to earning and redeeming points for travel, not all credit card rewards are created equal. In this episode, Bryce, Emily, and Travis break down the 3 main types of credit card points—bank transferable points, airline and hotel-specific points, and cashback—to help you optimize your points and miles strategy. From which types of …
March 12, 2025
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club: How To Maximize Your Points & Miles
Are you taking advantage of the Virgin Atlantic Flying Club yet? In this episode, Bryce, Emily, and Travis break down the program’s sweet spots and the incredible value it offers for points and miles enthusiasts. Listen in as the crew discusses everything from flying to London for just 6,000 points to booking business class flights …
February 26, 2025
Travel Smarter: How the My10x Redemption Tracker Transforms Points & Miles Management
Get ready to track your points and miles redemptions like never before! In this episode, Matt joins Bryce and Emily to introduce the My10x Redemption Tracker, the new tool he developed to help travelers keep track of how they’ve used their points and miles. Listen in as the crew dives into the innovative features …
February 12, 2025
Travel Faux Pas: The Unwritten Rules of Flying
This week the 10xTravel team tackles the most controversial topics in air travel. From the great seat recline debate to the dreaded barefoot passenger, Travis, Bryce, and Emily discuss the most shocking faux pas they’ve come across in their own travels. Should you put your personal item in the overhead bin? Is it okay …
January 29, 2025
Master the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan: Tips to Maximize Rewards
Distance-based awards programs may seem like a thing of the past, but not for Alaska Airlines! In this episode, Travis is joining Bryce to uncover the unique details and perks of the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan. Bryce and Travis jump into a discussion on the unique aspects of Alaska’s Mileage Plan, including its distance-based earning …
January 15, 2025
2024 Best of Travel: Awards for Airlines, Loyalty Programs, and Hotels
It’s officially 2025, and in this episode Bryce and Travis are sharing their points and miles reflections, accomplishments, and resolutions for the New Year! In this episode of Take Off by 10xTravel, Bryce and Travis share their top travel superlatives for 2024, diving into the best of airline and hotel loyalty programs, redemptions, lounges, and more. …
January 1, 2025
2024 in Review: Points Wins, Mistakes, and 2025 Goals
It’s officially 2025, and in this episode Bryce and Travis are sharing their points and miles reflections, accomplishments, and resolutions for the New Year! Bryce and Travis start by discussing their major highlights from 2024, including some fantastic trips and notable points wins. They also each share their biggest learnings and mistakes over the past …