Takeoff
A points and miles podcast by 10xTravel
Recent Episodes
May 22, 2024
Ep 25: Mailbag Episode!
You asked, we listened! After our first listener mailbag episode was unfortunately sacrificed to the podcast gods, we’re back to do it right. Listen in as the team answers the 10xTravel Facebook Group’s top questions about points and miles, hotels, tips for traveling with a family, the true value of cashback cards, and so …
May 8, 2024
Ep 24: Round the World Redemption: 5 Countries. 1 Trip. All Business Class.
In this episode, you’ll hear how a college student used points and miles to take an incredible trip around the world in business class. Proving that you don’t need years of experience to take legendary trips on points and miles, 10xTravel reader Serena joins us to discuss the Round the World trip she booked …
April 24, 2024
Ep 23 – How We’d Spend 135,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards Points
In today’s episode, the 10x team tells you everything you need to know about these valuable points before breaking down how they’d each use them to book their own next-level trip. Armed with 135,000 hypothetical Chase Ultimate Rewards points, Bryce, Emily, Matt, and Travis each pitch their best trip and leave it up to …
April 10, 2024
Ep 22 – Spring Cleaning Your Points and Miles with My10x
It’s that time of year again! For most of us, spring means cleaning out our houses, cars, and… wallets? In this special episode, Travis gives us a peek into his My10x wallet and walks us through his process for “spring cleaning” his points and miles. We also discuss the things you should evaluate when …
March 27, 2024
Ep 21 – The Ultimate Guide to Mastering United MileagePlus
In this episode, we’re diving deep into the StarAlliance United MileagePlus program. We have a bunch of tips and tricks that will help anyone become an expert flyer. We’re going to show you how to get the most out of your United miles, and introduce you to the great Excursionist Perk. We’ll discuss United’s …
March 13, 2024
Ep 20 – Things We Wish We Knew When We Started
Hey, we all start somewhere. Whether you’re new to this game or you’re a seasoned points veteran, there will always be a couple of lessons you wish you learned sooner. That’s why this week’s episode is all about the things we wish we knew when we got into points and miles. Some are straightforward, …
February 28, 2024
Ep 19 – Why You Should Pay Your Taxes on a Credit Card
We know, we know. No one likes tax season. But if you’ve gotta pay ’em, you might as well be rewarded for it. That’s why this episode is all about paying your taxes on a credit card to earn major points and miles. Join us as we explain how to do it, which cards you …
February 14, 2024
Ep 18 – Perfect Pairs: Romantic Getaways You Can Book with Just 2 Cards
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day and all things love, we’re bringing our “2-Card Trips” series to the podcast — this time with a romantic twist. Listen in as we put together the best Romantic Getaways using points and miles earned from just 2 credit cards. From Paris and Greece all the way to …
January 31, 2024
Ep 17 – The Awards Show: Most Overrated Card, MVP, Saddest Lounge, and More!
Ever wonder which credit cards are truly the MVPs of the travel rewards world and which are just riding the hype train? Then this is one awards show you won’t want to miss. Join Bryce, Emily, Travis, and Matt as they hand out awards to your favorite cards, loyalty programs, lounges, and more. From …
January 17, 2024
Ep 16 – 2024’s Top Travel Trends, Destinations, and Predictions
To prepare for the year ahead, we’re answering 2024’s biggest travel questions. What travel trends can you expect to see this year? Which points currency should you be trying to earn more of? And what the heck does “Set Jetting” and “Gig Tripping” even mean!? To bring you the cold hard facts (and a …