Miles to Go - Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss!

Ed Pizza, Richard Kerr

Hosted by road warrior and travel expert Ed Pizza, the Miles to Go podcast serves up travel tips, news and reviews you can't afford to miss! Whether you're a points and miles newbie looking to book a dream vacation or you log 100k + miles a year and want the low down on new properties routes and planes, we're bringing you the world's top travel experts and bloggers to share their knowledge and insights with you.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    10 Rapid-Fire Travel Topics in 30 Minutes!

    Watch Us On YouTube! After an epic weekend at Disneyland with the Slack community, Ed and Richard are back—and they’re covering 10 hot topics in under 30 minutes, Pardon the Interruption style. 🧳 Topics include: 1. ✈️ Etihad's new partnership with Bilt 2. 🏨 Are hotel promos dead in 2025? 3. 🍔 Is the Delta Shake Shack burger the least-worst meal in the sky? 4. 💳 What’s the best co-brand credit card right now? 5.🧍‍♂️ Is Southwest boarding chaos here to stay? 6. 🔌 Will TSA or air traffic control disruptions ruin fall travel? 7. 🏨 First thoughts on Hilton’s new Outset Collection 8. 🏯 Will Kyoto’s $132/night luxury tax deter travelers? (Link: https://onemileatatime.com/news/kyoto-hotel-taxes/) 9. ✈️ Will Spirit Airlines survive until 2027? 10. 💸 Alaska’s companion pass gets nerfed—does it still have value? Get hydrated like Ed in Vegas with Nuun Use my Bilt Rewards link to sign-up and support the show! If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you’ll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! If you're looking for a way to support the show, we'd love to have you join us in our Travel Slack Community.  Join me and other travel experts for informative conversations about the travel world, the best ways to use your miles and points, Zoom happy hours and exciting giveaways. Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milestogopodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milestogopodcast Ed Pizza: https://www.instagram.com/pizzainmotion/ Richard Kerr: https://www.instagram.com/kerrpoints/

    30 min
  2. She Spent $50,000 on a Credit Card — Was It Worth It?

    8 OCT

    She Spent $50,000 on a Credit Card — Was It Worth It?

    Watch Us On YouTube! This week on The Miles to Go Podcast, Ed is back home (for now) and joined by Summer Hull from The Points Guy for a lively deep dive into credit cards, elite status, and travel strategy. Summer opens up about her bold move—charging $50,000 on her United card—and breaks down whether it was a smart play or a little bit crazy. We get into how that decision helped her earn United Platinum status, plus how she maximized bonus awards and upgrades along the way. Ed also shares an update on his long-running Capital One credit card drama, which (finally!) has a resolution, and reveals which premium cards he’s cutting from his wallet—and why. Then Summer gives us her insider reviews of two beautiful resorts you’ll want on your radar: 🏝 Secrets St. Lucia Resort — a new Hyatt all-inclusive in the Caribbean 🏙 Hyatt Regency Times Square — a refreshed, family-friendly base for Broadway lovers. All that, plus a few laughs about Richard’s NYC geography, Topo Chico sponsorship dreams, and where the next Miles to Go meetup will be! 🎧 Topics this week include: • Smart vs. crazy credit-card spending strategies • Earning elite status with United cards • Amex Platinum vs. CapOne Venture X vs. Chase Ink Preferred • Secrets St. Lucia Resort review • Hyatt Regency Times Square review • Credit-card decluttering and travel-card best practices Get hydrated like Ed in Vegas with Nuun Use my Bilt Rewards link to sign-up and support the show! If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you’ll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! If you're looking for a way to support the show, we'd love to have you join us in our Travel Slack Community.  Join me and other travel experts for informative conversations about the travel world, the best ways to use your miles and points, Zoom happy hours and exciting giveaways. Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milestogopodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milestogopodcast Ed Pizza: https://www.instagram.com/pizzainmotion/ Richard Kerr: https://www.instagram.com/kerrpoints/

    37 min
  3. Is Travel Demand Slowing Down in 2025?

    1 OCT

    Is Travel Demand Slowing Down in 2025?

    Watch Us On YouTube! This week on Miles to Go, we break down several wild developments across the travel world alongside Julian Kheel of Points Path! Topics include: • Sweet biz-class deal to Africa—how we found it and why it was a no-brainer. • American Airlines joins the touchless TSA PreCheck game—what it is and why you should care. • Southwest’s radical shift: introducing checked bag fees and removing same-day changes for elites. • Solo traveler surcharge? A few airlines rolled out (then pulled back) pricing that charges solo travelers more than pairs—here’s what’s really happening. • Listener Q&A: How much time do you actually need for an international connection? Plus: a lively NYC check-in, Spirit vs. JetBlue fares to Florida, Disney Cruise holiday discounts, Vegas hotel softness, and a quick update on Points Path. Get hydrated like Ed in Vegas with Nuun Use my Bilt Rewards link to sign-up and support the show! If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you’ll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! If you're looking for a way to support the show, we'd love to have you join us in our Travel Slack Community.  Join me and other travel experts for informative conversations about the travel world, the best ways to use your miles and points, Zoom happy hours and exciting giveaways. Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milestogopodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milestogopodcast Ed Pizza: https://www.instagram.com/pizzainmotion/ Richard Kerr: https://www.instagram.com/kerrpoints/

    42 min
  4. Is The $895 Amex Platinum Card Too Expensive?

    24 SEPT

    Is The $895 Amex Platinum Card Too Expensive?

    Watch Us On YouTube! This week on the Miles to Go Podcast, Ed and Richard are actually both home for once. 🎧 Topics this week include: • Booking economy vs. business for long-haul flights • TSA PreCheck Touchless confusion • Booking your wife in economy or business on international flights • Universal Orlando coaster tragedy • Amex Platinum & Business Platinum changes • Delta’s newest international routes Ed Correction: The Fine Hotels & Resorts credits are available to use for one-night stays. Get hydrated like Ed in Vegas with Nuun Use my Bilt Rewards link to sign-up and support the show! If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you’ll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! If you're looking for a way to support the show, we'd love to have you join us in our Travel Slack Community.  Join me and other travel experts for informative conversations about the travel world, the best ways to use your miles and points, Zoom happy hours and exciting giveaways. Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milestogopodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milestogopodcast Ed Pizza: https://www.instagram.com/pizzainmotion/ Richard Kerr: https://www.instagram.com/kerrpoints/

    43 min
  5. Taking Phone Calls On Airplanes And Emirates Bans Kids From First Class Awards

    10 SEPT

    Taking Phone Calls On Airplanes And Emirates Bans Kids From First Class Awards

    Watch Us On YouTube! This week, Ed and Richard discuss the latest travel topics of the week, including: Ed's charging woes with his new Rivian Should flight attendants stop a passenger's in-flight phone call? The benefits of living in NYC and flying to Orange County, California United's A321LXR Seat Map Should you sign up for the Amex Platinum before the fee increase? Frontier's GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly pass Alaska's international aspirations from Seattle. Lisbon's funicular tragedy Emirates' new policy on children using awards to travel in first class Get hydrated like Ed in Vegas with Nuun Use my Bilt Rewards link to sign-up and support the show! If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you’ll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! If you're looking for a way to support the show, we'd love to have you join us in our Travel Slack Community.  Join me and other travel experts for informative conversations about the travel world, the best ways to use your miles and points, Zoom happy hours and exciting giveaways. Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milestogopodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milestogopodcast Ed Pizza: https://www.instagram.com/pizzainmotion/ Richard Kerr: https://www.instagram.com/kerrpoints/

    35 min
  6. The Miles To Go Podcast Hits 400 Episodes!

    3 SEPT

    The Miles To Go Podcast Hits 400 Episodes!

    Watch Us On YouTube! This week on Miles to Go, Ed and Richard reminisce on Episode 400 of the podcast! Richard settles into the new recording location of New York City, and Ed battles the Vegas dayclub scene from his room at the Venetian. Milestones discussed: Episode 50: Richard Kerr was a special guest in his first appearance on the pod. The topic? What's Going Right In the World of Miles and Points Episode 100: Gary Leff was on to discuss the change to Peak and Off-Peak Hyatt redemptions as well as Scott Kirby joining United as CEO. Ed and Richard discuss if the changes are good years later.  Episode 168: The one where they Richard and Ed recorded at Daddy Joe's  Episode 200: Richard was a guest on the show after a Disney marathon charity event. They talk about the credit cards mentioned in that episode: Venture X and the Hyatt Business card.  Episode 300: The "Fantastic 4" of Ed, Richard, Julian, and Summer discussed Marriott's Bonvoy Brilliant card and how Richard would never get the card.  Get hydrated like Ed in Vegas with Nuun: Use my Bilt Rewards link to sign-up and support the show! If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you’ll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! If you're looking for a way to support the show, we'd love to have you join us in our Travel Slack Community.  Join me and other travel experts for informative conversations about the travel world, the best ways to use your miles and points, Zoom happy hours and exciting giveaways. Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milestogopodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milestogopodcast Ed Pizza: https://www.instagram.com/pizzainmotion/ Richard Kerr: https://www.instagram.com/kerrpoints/

    42 min

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Hosted by road warrior and travel expert Ed Pizza, the Miles to Go podcast serves up travel tips, news and reviews you can't afford to miss! Whether you're a points and miles newbie looking to book a dream vacation or you log 100k + miles a year and want the low down on new properties routes and planes, we're bringing you the world's top travel experts and bloggers to share their knowledge and insights with you.

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