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By DeAndre Coke
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The podcast currently has 62 episodes available.
Are you maximizing the potential of your everyday spending?
In this episode of the Revolutionizing Your Journey podcast, hosts DeAndre Coke and Taryn Gisbert dive into the power of shopping portals like AAdvantage Shopping and Rakuten. They break down how these portals work, their ability to stack rewards with credit card benefits, and how to time purchases around promotions for maximum gain. The episode also touches on earning loyalty points through dining and hotel portals, the impact of returns on points, and practical tips for navigating exclusions and fine print.
Whether you’re a seasoned points collector or just starting, this episode offers actionable advice to supercharge your rewards. Tune in to learn how to turn everyday spending into extraordinary travel opportunities!
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In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke explores smart strategies for maximizing travel rewards through purchasing points, leveraging transfer bonuses, and taking advantage of loyalty programs. Reflecting on insights from the recent Travel More Conference, DeAndre shares expert tips, highlighting current promotions like the 100% bonus on Hawaiian miles, 80% on IHG points, and Simply Miles, a program that lets users earn loyalty points with American Airlines through charitable donations.
Emphasizing the power of strategic planning, he encourages listeners to make the most of ongoing bonuses and community-shared advice to unlock rewarding travel experiences.
Tune in to catch all the details on these limited-time offers—many of which are ending soon, with one expiring as early as this Friday.
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Ever wondered what it’s like to swap the traditional 9-to-5 for a life of full-time travel?
In this episode of Revolutionizing Your Journey, host DeAndre Coke interviews Christina McEvoy, a full-time traveler, content creator, and women’s empowerment advocate who left the corporate world to explore the world with her family. Christina shares the joys and realities of life on the road, the financial planning required for full-time travel, and how she’s built a travel-focused business from anywhere. She discusses the impactful retreats she curates, designed to empower women through adventure and self-care, particularly for those in midlife. Christina emphasizes that success in the travel content space is rooted in authenticity, personal connection, and quality content rather than sheer follower count.
Dive into her story and discover how travel can be both a lifestyle and a powerful tool for personal growth.
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Ever wondered how to unlock luxury travel experiences without the luxury price tag?
Imagine staying at top-tier hotels or exploring dream destinations, all while staying within your budget. In this episode of the Revolutionizing Your Journey podcast, host DeAndre Coke sits down with points and miles expert German Samvel, who shares his story of transforming everyday spending into unforgettable getaways.
German reveals how he leverages Hilton’s rewards system, including the invaluable Fifth Night Free benefit, and explains why strategically buying points during promotions can often beat earning them through traditional spending. He also shares highlights from his recent trip to Hawaii, offering practical advice on using points for high-end stays, along with must-know tips for exploring scenic Kauai.
Tune in to uncover how you, too, can turn points into your ticket to the world of luxury travel.
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Are you a Disney enthusiast dreaming of budget-friendly family trips to the parks?
In this episode of Revolutionizing Your Journey, host DeAndre Coke chats with Amanda Lebo, a lifelong Disney fan and savvy travel rewards expert. Amanda shares how her early Disneyland visits grew into a passion for travel that now includes maximizing points and miles to make family vacations more affordable. She delves into her top strategies for traveling to Disney on a budget, tips for navigating the international parks in Tokyo and Paris, and her personal travel highlights, including a memorable trip to Bora Bora. From leveraging the Chase Sapphire Preferred card to renting Disney Vacation Club points, Amanda’s story is packed with practical advice to make the magic of Disney accessible for families everywhere.
Tune in for a treasure trove of Disney travel tips!
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In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke breaks down the latest travel news, focusing on valuable transfer bonuses for points and miles enthusiasts. He highlights a current transfer bonus from Chase to Virgin Atlantic, explaining how it can lead to major savings for travelers booking flights with Delta, a partner of the Virgin Atlantic and SkyTeam alliance. DeAndre also covers other soon-to-expire transfer bonuses and introduces a brand-new tool on the BoldlyGo website that simplifies calculating points transfers, ensuring listeners get the most out of their rewards.
Tune in to stay updated on these limited-time offers and to make sure you’re maximizing your travel points wisely.
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Have you ever wondered how to turn your love for travel into a lifestyle, even while managing a full-time job?
In the latest episode of the Revolutionizing Your Journey podcast, host DeAndre Coke sits down with seasoned travelers and content creators Wanzelani and Jacob, also known as Travel Partners. Together, they dive into their journey of balancing careers with exploring the world, sharing stories from their unforgettable trips to Cuba and Machu Picchu. They offer a behind-the-scenes look at their transition into travel content creation, discussing how they curate authentic experiences and engage with their growing audience.
From the warm hospitality of Cuba’s locals to the awe-inspiring views at Machu Picchu, Wanzelani and Jacob reflect on what makes these destinations truly special. They also provide actionable advice for new travelers, from budget-friendly planning tips to packing strategies and the benefits of using points and miles to elevate travel experiences. As they reveal their future travel plans and reflect on the joys of connecting with cultures worldwide, they leave listeners with a wealth of practical tips and inspiration. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable insights you won’t want to miss.
Tune in for expert advice on how to make your travel dreams a reality!
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Ever wonder how real estate can help you travel the world for nearly free?
In this episode, DeAndre Coke interviews Jaina Pallasigui, who reveals her unique approach to leveraging real estate investments to earn points and miles for travel. Jaina shares how she began her journey into real estate, detailing the strategies she uses to accumulate points through property renovations and other investment opportunities. She discusses her experiences traveling using those points, as well as the importance of understanding credit cards, the benefits of business credit cards, and her top advice for aspiring real estate investors. Throughout the episode, Jaina emphasizes how real estate can balance wealth-building with incredible travel opportunities.
Tune in to learn how you can use real estate to fund your next adventure and build wealth at the same time!
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In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke dives into the latest updates in the travel rewards world, starting with the new Chase Sapphire Preferred card offer, which includes a $300 travel credit and 60,000 points. He also breaks down the recent increase in Global Entry fees and offers tips for families looking to avoid extra costs. DeAndre provides expert advice on when to book your holiday travel for the best deals and shares strategies for using credit cards to pay taxes while earning valuable points.
If you’re ready to boost your travel rewards and streamline your financial planning, this Quick Hits episode is packed with actionable, and moreover trending insights.
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Ever wonder how to plan a luxurious honeymoon without spending a fortune?
In this episode, DeAndre Coke is joined by Elliot Rosenberg, founder of Hack My Honeymoon, to share insider tips on using points and miles to plan luxury honeymoons without breaking the bank. Elliot talks about how his journey into the points and miles world led to the creation of Hack My Honeymoon, a service that helps couples pick dream destinations, develop points-earning strategies, and book flights and accommodations. He highlights the key benefits of using points for honeymoons, offering expert advice on flexibility in choosing travel dates, maximizing referral bonuses, and leveraging hotel loyalty programs. Whether planning to DIY your honeymoon or work with a service, Elliot’s insights on earning and redeeming points can turn your honeymoon into a five-star experience without the five-star price.
Tune in to learn the strategies behind using points and miles to craft the honeymoon of your dreams, from destination selection to wedding expense hacks!
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