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Points Talk®: Your Travel Dreams, Made Possible by Points

Points Talk®: Your Travel Dreams, Made Possible by Points

By: Points Talk Squad
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Are you tired of not being able to travel because it's just so expensive? Do finances keep you from your dream destinations and making memories with your family? In this podcast, we show you how you can fulfill that dream of traveling without spending more money. We've earned millions of credit card points to travel all over the world and take our families on amazing vacations. Vacations to Hawaii, Europe, and Disneyland are all possible for nearly free with credit card points. By using credit cards strategically for your everyday expenses, you too can travel for nearly free! We can't wait to help you get that first, nearly-free vacation! Tired of not traveling due to the expense? We can teach you how to travel for pennies on the dollar by using credit card points!2026 Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • 175. Using Points for Kids' Sports, Road Trips, and Family Travel
    Apr 7 2026

    What if you could cover the cost of all those road trips, tournaments, and quick overnight stays without paying out of pocket? In this episode, Alex, Pam, and Jess share how points and miles can be used for the kind of travel families are already doing, from kids' sports weekends to airport stays and visiting family.

    The Squad walks through practical ways they use points for these trips, including choosing family-friendly hotels, using free night awards, and taking advantage of hotel credits that come with credit cards. They also talk about what actually matters for these stays, like complimentary breakfast, space for families, and convenience, along with how they decide when to use points, free nights, or cash.

    You can find links to resources mentioned in this episode plus the transcript here: pointstalksquad.com/175

    Ready to get started with NEARLY FREE travel? Click here for the exact offers we would sign up for this month: https://pointstalksquad.lpages.co/bestoffers/

    Points Talk is also on YouTube! You can watch this episode here: youtube.com/@pointstalksquad

    Let us know what you want to hear on the podcast by sending us a DM on Instagram: instagram.com/pointstalksquad

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    41 mins
  • 174. Making Your African Safari More Affordable with Points and Miles
    Mar 31 2026

    An African safari can feel completely out of reach for most families, but what if there were ways to bring that cost down using points and miles? In this episode, Jess, Megan, and Pam break down how to make a safari more affordable, from flights to lodging and everything in between.

    The Squad walks through real examples of how to get to Africa using points, including options to Kenya, Tanzania, and South Africa. You'll learn about safari lodging, including when it makes sense to use points for accommodations and where paying cash may be the better option. They also share additional ways to offset costs that you may have by using your credit cards. This episode will help you find the right balance between points and cash so that a trip like this feels possible, even if it is not completely free.

    You can find links to resources mentioned in this episode plus the transcript here: pointstalksquad.com/174

    Ready to get started with NEARLY FREE travel? Click here for the exact offers we would sign up for this month: https://pointstalksquad.lpages.co/bestoffers/

    Points Talk is also on YouTube! You can watch this episode here: youtube.com/@pointstalksquad

    Let us know what you want to hear on the podcast by sending us a DM on Instagram: instagram.com/pointstalksquad

    *This episode was recorded prior to Qatari airspace closures. We understand that connections through Doha may not be possible at the time of release.

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    33 mins
  • 173. How We Planned Our Family Safari in Tanzania
    Mar 24 2026

    What's it like to take your family on a safari in Tanzania? In this episode, Jess and Pam are joined by Megan, who recently returned from a safari with her family. They're breaking down their experiences, from booking flights to the safari itineraries, and sharing tips for a family-friendly adventure of a lifetime.

    Jess and Megan share the details of how they managed to get each of their families of five to Tanzania using points and miles for flights in both business class and economy. This episode is packed with insight into planning an epic family safari. Whether you're dreaming of seeing the Big Five or want to explore the Serengeti, this episode will inspire you to plan your own unforgettable family safari.

    You can find links to resources mentioned in this episode plus the transcript here: pointstalksquad.com/173

    Ready to get started with NEARLY FREE travel? Click here for the exact offers we would sign up for this month: https://pointstalksquad.lpages.co/bestoffers/

    Points Talk is also on YouTube! You can watch this episode here: youtube.com/@pointstalksquad

    Let us know what you want to hear on the podcast by sending us a DM on Instagram: instagram.com/pointstalksquad

    *This episode was recorded prior to Qatari airspace closures. We understand that connections through Doha may not be possible at the time of release.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
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