Points for Normal People by Katie's Travel Tricks

Katie's Travel Tricks
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Points for Normal People by Katie's Travel Tricks

Travel isn’t just for the rich. I teach people how to supercharge their credit card points so they can pay for entire family vacations every year.  I've  been redeeming miles and points to pay for travel for over a decade. Points have taken our family around the world. But one thing sets me apart -- our family flies economy because business class isn't worth the extra effort for us. But this podcast isn't about me and where I've been -- it's about you and your goals. I focus on "normal"  and streamlined credit card points strategies. This is about how to earn points the easiest way you can and redeem them easily, too. Season 1 covers common mistakes and myths and then will do a deep dive into Chase Ultimate Rewards points. 

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  1. EPISODE 1

    Southwest Companion Pass - Your Ticket to a Year or More of Free Flights

    Click MORE to see Ad disclosuresWelcome to Points for Normal People!I’m so excited to be here with you again for season two, where I’ll teach you everything you need to know about the Southwest Companion Pass. My family has earned these for years and this is one of the best ways I can help you to save money on travel. In this episode, I’ll go over three methods for earning the Companion Pass so that you can find what’s best for you, no matter your situation. This works for families, for ...

    32 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Maximize Your Rewards: The Ultimate Guide to Credit Card Cancellation

    Click MORE to see Ad disclosuresWelcome to Points for Normal People!In this episode, I’ll be sharing about the most requested topic for this podcast; when to close your credit cards for maximum value. I’ll break down the various reasons that you may want to cancel a card and then give you a list of questions to ask yourself, to make sure that you get the most out of your card before you cancel. If you find yourself new to credit cards and points, I’m here to help you with all the details...

    22 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Southwest Flight Savings: Tips and Tricks for Saving Big

    Click MORE to see Ad disclosuresWelcome to Points for Normal People!In this episode, I’ll be going over all of my favorite ways to save money when booking flights with Southwest Airlines. I’ll give you background information on the Southwest booking process, explain what makes their ticketing different from other airlines, and give you step-by-step tips and tricks to save you lots of time and money. My family has been flying Southwest regularly for over a decade and we love it! Be sure t...

    22 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Southwest Airlines: Secret Tips and Tricks Every Traveler Should Know

    Click MORE to see Ad disclosuresWelcome to Points for Normal People!Today I’ll be covering tips that I believe every Southwest Airlines traveler should know. These will save you time, money, and make sure that you’re using all of the credit card benefits available to you. If you are new to this podcast and love Southwest Airlines like I do, be sure to check out the first three episodes of season two, for more Southwest tips and tricks!ACTION STEPS:Review the benefits you have on your Sou...

    22 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    Skip the Lines: Your Ultimate Guide to Save Time at the Airport

    Click MORE to see Ad disclosuresWelcome to Points for Normal People!In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing everything you need to know about how to skip airport lines. We’ll cover security, immigration, food, and rental car lines. You may be surprised how many easy ways there are to save time!So, if you're tired of waiting in long lines at the airport, tune in to this episode. I’ve also put together a lot of resources below to help you make the most of your airport experience.ACTION STEPS:Check ...

    22 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    Best Credit Cards for Airport Lounge Access

    Click MORE to see Ad disclosuresWelcome to Points for Normal People!Have you ever been to an airport lounge? After my first experience, I was hooked! And the best part is, it was a benefit of my credit card! Over the years, I’ve been to a lot of different lounges, learned about the different programs and their restrictions, and have opened various cards with different lounge benefits. Today, I’ll be giving you all of the best information you need to know, to make sure that you get the best cr...

    26 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    The Venture X Card: A Deep Dive into Perks and Benefits

    Click MORE to see Ad disclosuresWelcome to Points for Normal People!This episode is part one of a deep dive into the perks and benefits of the Venture X credit card from Capital One. There are a lot of reasons this is one of my top two credit cards! Today I’ll show you why I love this card and help you identify if it is a good card for you. If you already have this card, I’ll give you resources for how to get the most value out of it. Next week I’ll be back with part two about the Ventu...

    25 min

  8. EPISODE 8

    Hidden Gems: Unique Ways to Use Venture Miles

    Click MORE to see Ad disclosuresWelcome to Points for Normal People!Today in part two about the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card, I’ll be showing you a lot of unique ways to use your Venture miles. We’ll cover ways for the average person to get the most out of their miles, and I’ll also show you some tricks for how to boost your earnings of Venture miles. We cover a lot in this episode, but don’t worry, you don’t have to remember everything! We have a lot of resources below to h...

    29 min

  9. EPISODE 9

    Listener Travel Tricks: Your Best Tips for Saving Money and Maximizing Rewards

    Click MORE to see Ad disclosuresWelcome to Points for Normal People!Today is special because I’ll be sharing the tips and tricks I’ve learned from you. The Points for Normal People community is full of great information and on occasion some of you have reached out to me with resources or information that I wasn’t even aware of. I’m so thankful to each of you who reached out to me and excited to share that information today. One CORRECTION: You don’t earn 4 points per dollar with every So...

    24 min
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Travel isn’t just for the rich. I teach people how to supercharge their credit card points so they can pay for entire family vacations every year.  I've  been redeeming miles and points to pay for travel for over a decade. Points have taken our family around the world. But one thing sets me apart -- our family flies economy because business class isn't worth the extra effort for us. But this podcast isn't about me and where I've been -- it's about you and your goals. I focus on "normal"  and streamlined credit card points strategies. This is about how to earn points the easiest way you can and redeem them easily, too. Season 1 covers common mistakes and myths and then will do a deep dive into Chase Ultimate Rewards points. 

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