We know, we know: The flight prices have gotten rough out there, travelers … but not everywhere. So on this week’s pod, Gunnar and Kyle devote the show to spelling out the quintessential steps to take to find cheaper fares this summer, fall, and beyond. Plus, some exciting news about our (now officially award-winning!!!) show, an update on Hyatt’s dastardly deeds, and perhaps the strangest hotel-restaurant collab nobody asked for.

Thanks to Cozy Earth for sponsoring this episode! Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code THRIFTY for up to 20% off!

01:02 - Are the guys still gettin’ booksy?

03:54 - Michelle welcomes us back from Taipei!

04:30 - Something Hot: We won the Shorty Award + live show updates!

10:15 - Something Cold: Hyatt drops the hammer

15:29 - Something Stupid: Room service … from Applebees?

18:29 - A word from our sponsor, Cozy Earth

22:41 - Why Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Saturdays are key

19:28 - The Extra Mile: How we’re finding cheaper fares now

20:25 - The #1 tool to save on travel: Be flexible with your dates

23:43 - Why Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Saturdays are key

25:45 - #2: Use those points!

27:59 - #3: & use partner award programs for big savings

29:56 - #4: Do some inventory & maximize your travel card credits

33:10 - #5: Follow the deal, use Google Flights Explore & “unplan” your trip

36:03 - #6: Book earlier (or much later) than normal

40:32 - Heelys in the airport & the “Bevledge” on the plane

43:00 - A listener asks about when positioning flights go wrong

46:03 - Kyle’s on the spot about his upcoming trip to Tokyo

Produced and edited by Sylvia Thomas

Video editing by Kyle Thomas

Show music: “All That” by Benjamin Tissot

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