44. Unforgettable Journeys: Pam's NYC to Dublin Trip with a Twist!

Welcome back to another round of juicy travel tales and tips. This episode is a sure treat as it revolves around Pam’s recent travel escapade to NYC and Dublin, unfolding how her clever use of points and miles smoothed out a trip that didn’t go exactly as planned. Let's dive in, shall we? Pam describes her and her sister Julie's fun-filled trip starting from the bustling streets of New York City. They spent three luxurious nights, hotel hopping between the stylish Andaz Fifth Avenue and the chic Thompson Central Park.  Her adventure didn't stop in NYC. Pam and her sister jet-setted to Dublin, a destination that had been on her radar for a while. Despite the gloomy weather, they were captivated by the beauty of the architecture and landscape that Ireland had to offer.  From there, the trip takes a drastic turn in Florence when upon arrival, they are notified that their luggage was never loaded onto the plane! Pam and Julie push through the chaos and still get to experience the beautiful sites and attractions that Florence has to offer!  This episode is packed with handy tips and insights, especially for those willing to make the most out of their points. Pam's experience stands as a testament to how a flexible approach, combined with a solid knowledge of using points and miles, can turn any trip into a delightful adventure, even when things don’t go as planned. Ready for the full scoop on the journey, and eager to learn all the clever tips Pam utilized during her travels? Dive into the complete episode to catch all the fun details, the ups and downs, and the laughter that followed Pam and her sister throughout their adventure.    Links: Free Gifts and Resources To Start Your Points and Miles Journey: Award Travel Academy: Award Travel Academy I https://travelmomsquad.teachable.com/p/thmata?coupon_code=THMWEB150   Our Website: https://travelmomsquad.com   Connect With Us: Newsletter signup: https://travelmomsquad.com/newsletter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelmomsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@travelmomsquad Facebook group: Travel Mom Squad: Travel on Points | Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/travelmomsquad   Links For This Episode:  Link to Credit Cards with Travel Protection: https://travelmomsquad.com/credit-cards-with-travel-protection/ Ultimate Guide to Earning and Redeeming Hyatt Points:    https://travelmomsquad.ck.page/ultimatehyatt   Episode Minute By Minute: 01:13 Pam talks about where she went on this trip and how she got there  03:08 Booking an 88K redemption through ANA  05:34 Pam talks about her stay in NYC and attractions in the area  09:40 Pam highlights the Thompson Central Park hotel and why she recommends it 13:42 Pam goes from Newark to London on the fabulous Polaris business class  18:15 Pam breaks down their stay in London and all the sites and attractions  19:19 From London to Dublin, Pam shares her experience and the gloomy weather  22:47 Pam talks about hotels in Dublin and the decision not to hotel hop  26:22 Pam talks about her “fiasco” in Florence 32:01 Pam highlights their small luxury hotel in Florence  37:02 Pam’s journey of finding her lost luggage  44:02 Summing up Pam’s amazing trip, even with the fiasco in Florence!