Common Mistakes in Points and Miles by Justin Vacula

Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast: Rove Miles Dream Job Promotion - One Million Miles! with Carissa Rawson

Join host Justin Vacula on the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast as he speaks with Carissa Rawson, Director of Travel and Marketing at Rove Miles.

They discuss the exciting 'Global Adventure Officer' dream job promotion, offering a million miles as salary and a travel stipend to a lucky traveler. Find the link here: https://dreamjob.rovemiles.com/

Learn about the flexibility of Rove Miles, its benefits, and how you can apply.

Also, listen for updates from the travel and points community including upcoming meetups and events. Don't miss out on this exciting episode.

00:00 Introduction to Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast

00:44 Today's Episode: Rove Miles Dream Job Promotion

01:38 Meet Carissa Rawson from Rove Miles

01:51 Overview of Rove Miles

02:40 Global Adventure Officer Promotion Details

07:15 Application Process and Requirements

12:45 Additional Updates from Rove Miles

14:34 Upcoming Events and Meetups

18:53 Closing Remarks and Announcements

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Matthew Yglesias Misses the Point: Maximizing Credit Card Rewards with Minimal 'Mental Load'

In this episode of the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast, host Justin Vacula discusses how to make money, save money, and travel with minimal cost using credit card points, miles, benefits, and loyalty programs.

The discussion centers on writer Matthew Yglesias's recent tweet criticizing the 'mental load' of optimizing credit card reward categories. Justin and guest Darren explain why optimizing credit card rewards is simpler than it seems and emphasize that signup bonuses offer higher returns than everyday spending categories.

They share practical tips for managing rewards efficiently, including using organizational tools, creative spending methods, and focusing on higher-yield signup bonuses.

They also announce upcoming travel and points meetups and events where listeners can learn more about maximizing rewards.

00:00 Introduction to Low-Cost Travel with Points and Miles

00:46 Responding to Matthew Yglesias' Tweet

03:37 Understanding the 'Mental Load' of Optimizing Credit Card Rewards

06:17 Strategies for Managing Credit Card Bonus Categories

14:13 The Importance of Signup Bonuses

20:41 Choosing the Right Cards for Everyday Spending

22:39 Maximizing Credit Card Rewards for Everyday Spending

24:20 Upcoming Events and Announcements

26:13 The Power of Signup Bonuses

27:22 Creative Spending Strategies

39:14 Recent and Upcoming Travels

44:59 Community Engagement and Final Thoughts

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Rove Miles with Carissa Rawson by Justin Vacula

Unlocking Travel Rewards: Beginner's Guide to Points & Miles with ChatGPT Voice!

Join Justin Vacula, host of the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast, as he introduces you to the exciting world of travel with points and miles.

This episode, featuring AI co-host ChatGPT Voice, is perfect for beginners looking to save money on travel through credit card rewards, miles, and loyalty programs.

Discover how to turn everyday spending into amazing travel opportunities, debunk common myths, and learn valuable strategies to maximize your rewards.

Subscribe, follow, and join our community meetups in the Greater Philadelphia area. Let's make traveling the world more affordable and enjoyable together!

00:00 Introduction

00:35 Meet Your Host and Co-Host

00:45 Getting Started with Miles and Points

05:49 The Power of Signup Bonuses

07:07 Maximizing Points Value

14:25 Flexible vs Fixed Points

20:04 Advanced Strategies and Creative Spending

21:47 Upcoming Events and Announcements

23:28 Upcoming Meetups and Listener Support

24:15 Debunking Myths About Credit Cards and Credit Scores

28:13 Maximizing Value from Miles and Points

30:50 Getting Started with Travel Rewards

33:59 Managing Time and Effort in the Points Game

39:07 Keeping Track of Your Rewards

40:41 Final Takeaways and Listener Engagement

42:03 Using Chat GPT Voice Feature

43:28 Closing Announcements and Future Content

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Discover the Upcoming Alaska Airlines Premium Credit Card! | Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast

In this episode of the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast, host Justin Vacula and co-host Darren dive deep into the highly anticipated Alaska Airlines Premium Credit Card. This card is expected to launch with a strong welcome bonus, valuable ongoing benefits, and powerful travel perks.

Whether you’re a frequent flyer with Alaska Airlines or a travel hacker looking to maximize credit card rewards, airline miles, and loyalty programs, this discussion is packed with insights to help you get the most from your points and miles.

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction to the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast

00:45 – Alaska Airlines Premium Credit Card overview

01:40 – Co-host Darren joins the discussion

02:11 – Travel hacking & credit card strategies explained

02:39 – Alaska Airlines card benefits breakdown

06:39 – How to value Alaska miles & points

14:49 – Comparing credit card offers & welcome bonuses

19:31 – Elite status earning & spending categories

28:31 – Lounge access, day passes & perks

32:47 – Exploring travel perks, bonuses & hidden benefits

34:56 – Companion fare awards & spending strategies

37:51 – Approval tips & insights on Bank of America

39:28 – Evaluating the Alaska Premium Credit Card overall

46:24 – Travel stories, booking hacks & practical advice

52:06 – Upcoming events, meetups & final thoughts

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Breaking News: New Caesars Rewards Prestige Visa Signature Credit Card!

Join host Justin Vacula on the latest episode of the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast where he shares breaking news about the newly released Caesars Rewards Prestige Visa Signature Credit Card.

With guest Darren, Justin dives deep into the benefits, drawbacks, and considerations of this exciting new offering. Learn about its benefits, Tier Credit earning potential, ability to load on Caesars gaming sites, signup bonus, and much more.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Low-Cost Travel with Points and Miles

00:32 Welcome to the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast

01:36 Breaking News: New Caesars Rewards Credit Card

02:48 Details of the New Caesars Rewards Prestige Visa

04:12 Earning and Using Reward Credits

05:53 Loading to Caesars Gaming Sites

07:36 Spending Strategies for Tier Credits

13:06 Benefits of Diamond Status and Beyond

18:11 Who Should Consider This Card?

25:16 Creative Spending and Online Gaming

25:56 Proceed with Caution: Potential Issues

26:26 Customer Service Frustrations

27:02 Issues with Upgrading to the New Card

27:46 Marketing and Exclusion Concerns

30:03 Comparisons with MGM Credit Cards

30:45 Potential Solutions and Future Hopes

33:12 Timing Your Application for Maximum Benefits

38:22 Upcoming Travel Plans and Events

42:08 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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Love on the Spectrum Stars Tina Caruso and Pari Kim | Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast

Join Justin Vacula of the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast as he chats with Tina and Pari, stars of Netflix's 'Love on the Spectrum' Season 3.

Recorded at the Hyatt Place Medford near Boston, this episode dives into a candid and heartfelt conversation about Tina's and Pari's journey, the joys of public transit, and the impact of finding love.

Pari, a public transit advocate, and Tina, an advocate for people with visual impairments, share their unique experiences and the positive changes in their lives since meeting each other and appearing on Netflix.

The couple also discuss their rising social media fame, upcoming travels, and new ventures including Pari's upcoming internship with the MBTA. This heartwarming episode is filled with stories of personal growth, travel tips, and the importance of community and accessibility.

00:00 Introduction

00:37 Meet Pari and Tina

02:23 Love on the Spectrum Experience

04:06 First Date and Visual Impairment Challenges

05:31 Social Media Fame and Fan Interactions

07:54 Travel Adventures and Opportunities

09:53 Public Transit and Accessibility

16:16 Podcast and Internship

21:13 Wonderful Pistachios Partnership

22:02 Navigating Social Media

23:32 Shows and Femme Bands

24:02 Science Museum Memories

25:40 Travel Plans and Amtrak Adventures

26:22 Cameo and Charity Work

32:45 Disability Advocacy and Transportation

35:24 Love on the Spectrum and Reality TV

37:45 Social Media Plugs

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Chase Sapphire Reserve Changes and New Credit Card Strategies

In this episode of the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast, host Justin Vacula and co-host Darren Remsberg discuss major upcoming changes to the Chase Sapphire Reserve credit card.

They cover the new signup bonuses, travel credits, dining credits, and other benefits such as lounge access and IHG Platinum status.

The hosts delve into strategies for maximizing these benefits, including considerations for the $795 annual fee. They also explore potential pitfalls, such as Chase's new popup jail feature.

Additionally, Darren shares insights on how these changes impact his credit card strategy and future travel plans. The episode concludes with listener questions and future appearances at ZorkFest and Chicago Seminars.

00:00 Introduction to Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast

00:57 Upcoming Meetups and Social Media Plugs

01:38 Chase Sapphire Reserve Changes Overview

02:14 New Signup Bonus and Travel Credit Details

03:03 Changes to Existing Cardholder Benefits

04:11 Chase Travel Portal and Credit Utilization

06:10 Application Rules and Strategies

07:35 Dining and Travel Credits

24:24 StubHub Credit and Event Opportunities

26:41 Additional Benefits and Lounge Access

28:30 Chase Sapphire Reserve Benefits Overview

29:08 Apple TV and Ted Lasso

30:01 High Spend Bonuses and Additional Benefits

34:08 Listener Question: Chase Pop-Up Jail

34:45 Chase's New Flexibility with Card Applications

38:47 Strategies for Upgrading and Downgrading Cards

43:57 Considering the Chase Sapphire Reserve Business Card

51:28 Upcoming Travel Plans and Final Thoughts

54:15 Closing Announcements and Events

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Maximize Rewards with Caesars Online Blackjack

In this episode of the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast, host Justin Vacula shares strategies for traveling at low cost using credit card points, miles, and loyalty programs.

He discusses the benefits of playing Caesars Online Blackjack to earn rewards and profit with low risk. Justin explains the mechanics of depositing funds, leveraging bonuses, and accruing tier credits to enhance your travel experiences.

Additionally, he provides information on upcoming events, meetups, and ways to stay connected with the podcast. The episode offers practical advice for maximizing savings and making the most of casino promotions responsibly.

00:00 Introduction to Low-Cost Travel with Points and Miles

00:32 Welcome to Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast

01:53 Today's Topic: Profiting from Caesars Online Blackjack

02:20 Maximizing Rewards and Bonuses

04:18 Earning Caesars Rewards Tier Credits

05:38 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

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