Listen "Talking Miles and Points with the Churn and Burn Podcast Part One"
Episode Synopsis
Join host Justin Vacula on the Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast as he shares tips on low-cost travel using points, miles, benefits, and rewards from credit cards.
This episode features an insightful interview with James from the Churn and Burn podcast discussing Dell credits, the business platinum card, and creative ways to maximize credit card rewards.
Justin also announces various travel events for 2025, including ZorkFest and Greater Philadelphia Travel: Credit, Miles, and Points meetups. Learn about personal use of Dell rewards and leveraging buyers’ clubs for good returns. Discover how a miles and points lifestyle can change perspectives and lead to a fulfilling, flexible life. Stay tuned for part two of this collaboration.
00:00 Introduction to Low-Cost Travel with Points and Miles
01:23 Special Announcements and Upcoming Events
03:16 Welcome by the Churn and Burn Podcast
04:44 Justin's Journey into Points and Miles
06:03 Gambling and Casino Promotions
12:55 Dell Credits and Personal Use Items
28:26 Introduction to Buyer's Clubs
30:36 Maximizing Dell Credits
34:32 Exploring American Express No Lifetime Language Offers
36:53 Upcoming Travel Plans
40:45 Cruise Lifestyle and Casino Offers
47:30 Philosophical Reflections on Value
53:21 Conclusion and Future Events
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This episode features an insightful interview with James from the Churn and Burn podcast discussing Dell credits, the business platinum card, and creative ways to maximize credit card rewards.
Justin also announces various travel events for 2025, including ZorkFest and Greater Philadelphia Travel: Credit, Miles, and Points meetups. Learn about personal use of Dell rewards and leveraging buyers’ clubs for good returns. Discover how a miles and points lifestyle can change perspectives and lead to a fulfilling, flexible life. Stay tuned for part two of this collaboration.
00:00 Introduction to Low-Cost Travel with Points and Miles
01:23 Special Announcements and Upcoming Events
03:16 Welcome by the Churn and Burn Podcast
04:44 Justin's Journey into Points and Miles
06:03 Gambling and Casino Promotions
12:55 Dell Credits and Personal Use Items
28:26 Introduction to Buyer's Clubs
30:36 Maximizing Dell Credits
34:32 Exploring American Express No Lifetime Language Offers
36:53 Upcoming Travel Plans
40:45 Cruise Lifestyle and Casino Offers
47:30 Philosophical Reflections on Value
53:21 Conclusion and Future Events
--
Main website, including episode transcripts: https://hurdygurdytravelpodcast.com
Referral links: https://hurdygurdytravel.com/donate-referral-links/
Join me for in-person meetups I host in Willow Grove, PA: https://www.meetup.com/phillymilesandpoints/
SubscribeStar: https://www.subscribestar.com/hurdy-gurdy-travel
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/hurdygurdytravelpodcast
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hurdy-gurdy-travel-podcast/id1489093490
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8EcIcoNU1HK4KKhQtTkAWw
Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/hurdy-gurdy-travel-podcast
Google Play: https://www.play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/l5bmuntd4wpvtklvg42ejg42ejg4apiu
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HurdyGurdyTravelPodcast
Twitter: https://twitter.com/HGTravelPodcast
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/justinvacula
Copy and paste the podcast RSS feed -- http://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:706382626/sounds.rss -- to listen on your favorite podcast-playing platform!
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