Episodios

  • MtM's Origin Story + Preview of 20 Minute Travel!

    MtM's Origin Story + Preview of 20 Minute Travel!
    Jun 7 2024

    Episode Description

    Learn about the MtM origin story plus get a preview of Shawn's new Youtube show/podcast 20 Minute Travel. We'll be back with a normal episode next week! Links
    • 20 Minute Travel YouTube
    • 20 Minute Travel Apple Podcasts
    • 20 Minute Travel Spotify
    • 20 Minute Travel Podcast Page

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    45 m
  • Thinking Outside of the Box in the Miles & Points Hobby with Dia Adams

    Thinking Outside of the Box in the Miles & Points Hobby with Dia Adams
    May 30 2024

    Episode Description

    On this episode Shawn is joined by long time creator and Senior Editor at Fortune Recommends Dia Adams. Dia has long been one of the people who thinks outside the box in this hobby. From which hotel programs are a sleeper to why FOMO is something to be avoided, she brings opinions that aren't always the mainstream and that's a good thing. On this show we discuss why meetups are key, how the demographics of the space have changed, lessons learned the hard way, how status can be overrated and much more! Episode Notes
    • 1:45 - Dia's journey as a miles & points creator
    • 4:03 - Family Travel for Real Life
    • 13:05 - How great redemptions can solidify you in the hobby
    • 17:28 - Thinking outside of the box
    • 24:05 - Lessons learned the hard way
    • 30:15 - Points are not an asset
    • 32:11 - Vendoming
    • 35:36 - Curated content and social media FOMO
    • 41:34 - Why credits are meant to go to waste
    • 44:56 - How status can be wildly overrated

    Links

    • Dia at Fortune Recommends

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    50 m
  • Visiting Japan for the 1st or 37th Time with PDX Deals Guy

    Visiting Japan for the 1st or 37th Time with PDX Deals Guy
    May 23 2024

    Episode Description

    In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast, Shawn Coomer is joined by PDX Deals Guy to discuss his recent first ever trip to Japan. How it was flying JAL, making last minute changes, hotels, food and how hard is it for a first time traveler? Plus bullet trains and whether it makes sense to day trip to Kyoto. Shawn also provides an update on his upcoming trip which is both crazy and changing rapidly but should be fun. Get ready for some inspiration as we bring you the virtual sights, smells and tastes of Japan to inspire your travels!

    Episode Notes

    • 02:31 - Why Shawn's upcoming trip is crazy
    • 08:33 - Flexibility and last minute flight changes
    • 15:57 - Tokyo hotels including Hilton Shinjuku & Hyatt Regency
    • 23:12 - Bullet training to Kyoto
    • 28:30 - Priorities & What to do - first time in Japan
    • 34:26 - Tackling Japanese food
    • 40:33 - How tech is making it easier than ever to travel to Japan

    Links

    • PDX Deals Guy Twitter

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    50 m
  • Conrad Orlando Wow, Rise of Video, Free Cruise Strategies & The Changing Game with Mark Jackson

    Conrad Orlando Wow, Rise of Video, Free Cruise Strategies & The Changing Game with Mark Jackson
    May 16 2024

    Episode Description

    In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast, Shawn Coomer and Mark Jackson discuss various topics related to travel, including alternate content, cruising, and hotels in Orlando. They talk about the shift from reading blogs to watching videos, the popularity of cruising, and how to score deals while generating spend on cruises. They also review the Conrad hotel in Orlando and compare it to other Hilton properties in the area. Additionally, they discuss the Brightline train service in Florida before diving into the evolution of earning miles and points, AI and the changing landscape of shopping portals.

    Episode Notes

    • 04:21 - Creating a different kind of travel content
    • 05:55 - Strategies for saving and spending on cruises
    • 11:30 - Is Virgin Voyages worth booking with the latest offer?
    • 14:52 - Being blown away by Conrad Orlando - Does it live up to the brand?
    • 20:55 - Which Hilton for Disney World?
    • 23:38 - Future of high speed trains and Brightline Florida
    • 27:34 - How Mark is earning his miles & points
    • 31:10 - Suckered into AA Loyalty Points?
    • 34:08 - Checking our shopping portal strategy & how the game has changed

    Links

    • Jackson Jetsetting YouTube
    • Conrad Orlando Tour

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    45 m
  • Time for Some Big Announcements!

    Time for Some Big Announcements!
    May 9 2024

    Episode Description

    On this episode Shawn and Joe recap the Denver MtM Diamond meetup including some tips for your next Denver trip and how the Grand Hyatt is holding up. They also announce some exciting changes and are joined by a special guest for one more thing.

    Episode Notes

    Subscribe to 20 Minute Travel!

    • 20 Minute Travel on Youtube
    • Apple Podcasts - Spotify - TMT Podcast Feed

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    37 m
  • Demystifying Hilton Brands, Hilton Honors Insights & Southwest’s Big Change?

    Demystifying Hilton Brands, Hilton Honors Insights & Southwest’s Big Change?
    May 2 2024

    Episode Description

    On this episode Shawn and Joe discuss Shawn’s recent trip to Nashville and all of the takeaways from his time spent there. They go over why there are so many brands these days and how consumers are changing. Plus will there be more changes to Hilton credit cards and how will they integrate all of their upcoming partnerships into the program? Joe also discusses his Spirit adventure and why Southwest may be finally moving away from their cattle call boarding.

    Episode Notes

    0:00 - Flying Spirit

    8:06 - DOT forcing airlines to pay penalties

    10:55 - Southwest boarding changes

    16:26 - What Shawn learned at Hilton

    29:55 - The Conrad brand

    33:04 - Hilton brand expansion

    37:05 - Hilton credit cards

    41:09 - Hilton experiences

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    51 m
  • Evolution of the Miles and Points Space, Extreme Tracking & Picking Cards with Grant Thomas

    Evolution of the Miles and Points Space, Extreme Tracking & Picking Cards with Grant Thomas
    Apr 25 2024

    Episode Description

    In this episode, Shawn and Grant discuss their experiences in the miles and points hobby. They talk about the evolution of the space, the changing credit card landscape, and strategies for maximizing rewards. They also touch on the importance of organization and tracking, especially when it comes to credit card offers and free night certificates. Finally they dive behind the scenes of upcoming trips, share their love of Scandinavia and discuss how cruise hacking has become such a good opportunity lately.

    Episode Notes

    • 0:00 - Introduction to Travel with Grant
    • 7:58 - Keeping up with the changing game
    • 16:29 - Keeping track of credit cards and various offers
    • 21:51 - Dealing with free night certificates
    • 28:17 - Are Hilton cards changing again?
    • 32:06 - Higher annual fees are a challenge
    • 35:04 - Why people shouldn't underestimate InKind
    • 38:21 - Behind Grant's upcoming bookings
    • 44:03 - Enjoying tons of free cruises

    • Shawn's InKind referral
    • Grant's InKind NYC Article

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    51 m
  • Maximizing 0% APR Offers, Turning Down An Amazing Retention Offer & Is Chase's Disney Offer Good?

    Maximizing 0% APR Offers, Turning Down An Amazing Retention Offer & Is Chase's Disney Offer Good?
    Apr 18 2024

    Episode Description

    In this episode of the Miles to Memories podcast, Shawn and Joe discuss their experiences recording on the road and share some travel hacks for setting up recording equipment in different environments. They also talk about their missed opportunity to see the solar eclipse and the impact of the eclipse on wildlife. The conversation then shifts to regional food chains like Bojangles and Waffle House, and the excitement of these chains expanding to new locations. On the credit card side of things, a new offer for Chase Disney Visa cardholders has been released, but is it actually good? Other topics discussed include: turning down an amazing Amex retention offer, the importance of doing the math to determine if the annual fee on a credit card is worth it, a 250K Amex welcome offer, the strategy of using 0% APR offers to earn interest on money while avoiding interest charges on credit cards and Shawn shares his upcoming trip to Nashville with Hilton and his plans to explore their different hotel brands.

    Episode Notes

    • 0:00 - Recording on the road & Eclipse FOMO
    • 8:56 - Chase Disney Visa card offer - Is it good?
    • 13:36 - Changes to Disney's Disability Access Service - More planning required
    • 19:58 - Turning down an amazing Amex retention offer
    • 23:41 - 250K targeted Business Platinum Offer
    • 26:15 - Interesting Amex referral offers you shouldn't overlook
    • 28:12 - Pursuing credit cards without a sign-up bonus
    • 32:28 - Taking advantage of 0% APR offers & why what is old is new again
    • 35:35 - Preview of Nashville & meeting with Hilton

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    39 m