Listen "71. The Secret to Bougie Vacations Without the Bougie Price Tag with Megan Lanford"
Episode Synopsis
If you've ever dreamed of traveling more—but felt like your budget couldn’t stretch that far—this episode will blow your mind. ✨ I sat down with travel rewards coach and Points to Paradise podcast host, Megan Lanford, to talk all things credit card points and how to use them to fund your dream trips (without racking up debt or juggling 17 different cards). Megan went from taking one trip a year to traveling six times annually, saving over $20K—and now she teaches other women how to do the same. If you’ve ever wanted to fly first class, stay at luxury resorts, or just take more family trips without breaking the bank… this one’s for you. In this episode, we cover: The easiest card to start with if you're brand new to points How to get VIP-level upgrades with a simple email trick (no status required!) Whether all-inclusive is worth it and how to pick the right resort How to use your business credit card to rack up even more travel points Whether your goal is a weekend staycation, a bougie couples’ getaway or an epic family vacay... this episode will help you travel smarter. Links Mentioned: Follow Megan on Instagram → @pointstoparadise Follow Mercedes on Instagram → @mercedescollins_ Download the app Megan recommends → Travel Freely Want to dive deeper? Check out Megan’s membership, Travel Points Academy, for step-by-step guidance and support. You’ll get access to her monthly coaching calls and learn how to actually use your points to book unforgettable vacations. Learn more at @pointstoparadise.