Travel Party of 5 | Points & Miles for Family Travel

In this episode, we dive into the world of business credit cards and explore who can qualify for them. You'll learn that you don’t need a big company to apply; even small side hustles can qualify you for a business credit card. We’ll cover the basic requirements, such as what qualifies as a business and what information you need to provide during the application process.

We'll also discuss the benefits of having a business credit card, especially for earning more travel points and miles. Whether you're a freelancer, a part-time entrepreneur, or running a family business, this episode will guide you through the process of applying for a business credit card to maximize your travel rewards. Tune in to find out how you can start leveraging business credit cards to travel more with your family.

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The card we mentioned with the elevated offer is this one. You can earn 75,000 bonus points with either Chase Sapphire® card:

https://www.referyourchasecard.com/19n/NHJ5ONBRRS


In 2021 we legitimately spent $10,000 on a trip to Disney World. This was before we started seriously using points and miles, and we would do this SO differently today - this episode is all about contrasting our trip we paid cash for versus how we would save thousands of dollars to do it again using points! 

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In todays episode we are sharing ALL THINGS HYATT! World of Hyatt is our favorite hotel rewards program and in this episode you'll hear all the reasons why (there are quite a few!)

From all the ways you can earn Hyatt points, plus how you can earn Hyatt free nights and other fun perks and upgrades.  Tune in to gain insights into navigating the World of Hyatt rewards program and start earning points towards your next adventure!

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Today we're diving into the benefits of the Hilton Honors rewards program. If Hilton is your hotel of choice, learn how to make the most of your travels by pairing the right credit cards with Hilton Honors, earning points for every purchase.

We'll share top credit card picks that seamlessly integrate with Hilton Honors, boosting your points and unlocking exclusive perks, as well as a few luxury properties we'd love to visit with Hilton points. Tune in and start maximizing your Hilton Honors rewards today!

This is the All Inclusive African Safari bookable by points that we mention in this episode: JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge

This episode is part 1 of a 4 part series covering the 4 major hotel rewards programs. This episode is all about IHG, including- How IHG points work, should you buy IHG points, how to keep them from expiring, and more.


Links mentioned in the episode:
https://www.ihg.com/explore/national-parks

The IHG card that we have currently is the premier personal card: 

https://www.referyourchasecard.com/210j/IL8FDEDXNQ

Ever wondered how to elevate your travel experiences without breaking the bank? Join us as we share insider tips on maximizing IHG Rewards, from earning points to enjoying luxurious stays at some of the most sought-after properties. 

This episode isn't just about points; it's about making memories with family and four-legged friends too. We take you through our preparations for an almost cost-free vacation at the stunning Kimpton Seafire, discussing the fine print like resort fees and booking strategies for big families. The IHG brand's expansive portfolio, including pet-friendly policies and exciting new hotel openings like the Kimpton in Roatan, opens a world of aspirational destinations. So, if you're itching for that next family adventure or a romantic escape, let us guide you through the IHG rewards landscape for an unforgettable getaway.

These are a few of our favorite cards. The points can be transferred from Chase to Southwest to book flights!
Chase Ink Business Cards - we have all 4 of these cards

Chase Sapphire Preferred / Chase Sapphire Reserve

This is our favorite Hyatt card for Hyatt stays:

World of Hyatt Chase Business Card

The script we used to message Southwest to get our vouchers: 

Good morning,

My family flew on [FLIGHT #] on [DATE]  from [AIRPORT] to [AIRPORT]. It was delayed by [INSERT TIME OF DELAY - MUST BE AT LEAST 1 HOUR]. This delay resulted in [REASON YOU WERE INCONVENIENCED BY THE DELAY].  We really love Southwest Airlines and fly it often, but these delays were disappointing and made our travel day much more difficult. Our confirmation numbers were [INSERT ALL CONFIRMATION NUMBERS FOR ALL TRAVELERS ON YOUR ITINERARY]. 

Just a few of our favorite cards (we save most of these for Hyatt stays!)
Chase Ink Business Cards - we have all 4 of these cards

Chase Sapphire Preferred / Chase Sapphire Reserve

World of Hyatt Chase Business Card

https://www.experianboost.com is our favorite way to check our scores for free (NOT SPONSORED OR AFFILIATED!)

Part 2 of our Costa Rica Adventures! We share info about renting a car in Costa Rica, the second AirBnB we stayed at and the activities we did (links below).

Chase Ink Business Cards - we have all 4 of these cards

Chase Sapphire Preferred / Chase Sapphire Reserve

World of Hyatt Chase Business Card

AirBnB in La Fortuna - stay at the base of a volcano!

Los Lagos - this is the hotel our AirBnB/villa was located in

Mistico Hanging Bridges

Listen in to hear how we travel hacked flights to Costa Rica for our family of 5. We also share the AirBnB we stayed in and the tours we did (links below).

Chase Ink Business Cards - we have all 4 of these cards
Chase Sapphire Preferred / Chase Sapphire Reserve
World of Hyatt Chase Business Card

The AirBnB in Manuel Antonio/Quepos

 Mauro Beach and Wildlife - Guided tour through Manuel Antonio National Park

Chocolate and Coffee Tour