Takeoff
A points and miles podcast by 10xTravel
Recent Episodes
October 7, 2026
Flying Blue Award Changes: What Travelers Need to Know Now
Flying Blue just changed its award pricing, and there’s a lot to unpack. In this episode of Takeoff, Travis and Lovan break down what changed with Flying Blue award tickets, what the new fare types include, and what it all means if you’re planning to use Flying Blue miles for Air France or KLM flights. …
September 23, 2026
Points & Miles FAQs: 10 Questions Every Traveler Should Know
Takeoff is back! After a summer break, Travis Cormier is joined by Lovan Edwards as a recurring co-host for a new chapter of the podcast. And to kick things off, they’re tackling 10 of the most frequently asked questions in points and miles. ~ What points should you earn for a specific destination? ~ Which …
September 9, 2026
10xTravel’s Lovan Edwards on Making the Most of Points & Miles
We’re wrapping up the summer with the final episode from the archives, but this isn’t the end of the journey. On September 23, Takeoff: A Points & Miles Podcast by 10xTravel returns with something new, including a few exciting changes to the show! Join My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place Before we …
August 26, 2026
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 even experienced …
August 12, 2026
Are Points & Miles Too Good to Be True? Four 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 points and miles in one place In this …
July 29, 2026
What Your Points Are Actually Worth
Luxury award travel often gets all the attention, but most travelers are looking for something much more practical. In this episode, the 10xTravel team explores what it really looks like to turn points into memorable vacations without chasing unrealistic award bookings. Through several real-world trip examples, they compare different redemption strategies, discuss where it makes …
July 15, 2026
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 place 10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member …
July 1, 2026
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 place 10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member today From luxury …
June 17, 2026
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 place 10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member today From a honeymoon flight that was canceled just weeks before departure to …
June 3, 2026
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 place 10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member today From booking award flights for a family of five to hotel strategies, travel planning tips, …