This Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast episode features a trip report on a Las Vegas double birthday celebration with guest Mandi Johnson.

Highlights include maximizing dining and spa credits, leveraging tier matches for free rewards, and enjoying quality dining at low or no cost. Upcoming travel plans, event appearances, and recent credit card approvals are also discussed, showcasing the potential of credit card rewards to enhance and add travel experiences. Learn how to make money, save money, and travel at low cost.

00:00 Introduction to Low-Cost Travel

00:49 Las Vegas Double Birthday Trip Overview

01:20 Announcements and Upcoming Events

03:04 Welcome Mandi Johnson

03:54 Birthday Rewards and Vegas Adventures

04:56 Points Strategies

07:20 Exploring Las Vegas: Food and Fun

08:17 Maximizing Rewards and Benefits

11:26 Wynn and Fontainebleau Experiences

18:31 Dining Adventures and Freebies

26:20 MyVegas Freeplay Success

30:41 Maximizing Grocery Spending with Multiple Cards

31:15 Gift Card Reselling

31:29 MGM MasterCard Rewards and Quirks

32:07 Dining in Vegas at low to no cost

32:39 Caesars and MGM Tier Matching

33:52 Vegas Hotel Stays and Points Optimization

42:30 Phone Army and MyVegas Games

45:34 Recent Credit Card Approvals and Strategies

54:03 Cruise Plans and Other Travels for 2025

59:46 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts

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