Travel Hacks Newsletter

My wife and I recently celebrated our 9th Wedding Anniversary and I was looking back on the incredible honeymoon we took to an All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico. We enjoyed a luxury suite, gourmet dining, a private beach, excursions, and more. Unfortunately, we didn't know about Travel Hacking at the time, so we spent thousands of dollars on flights and...

I love hearing success stories from people who have taken my Travel Hacking Course! Jon took the course nine months ago, and he recently sent me this message: "I wanted to thank you for getting us into Travel Hacking! Our family of five is flying to see family this Thanksgiving. Without Travel Hacking, we would've had to drive for four days... You saved us $...

Have you ever dreaded the long security lines at the airport? Hated having to show up for a flight many hours early with restless kids? Anxiously laid awake the night before an early-morning flight dreading having to get up insanely early? Gotten stuck in long customs lines coming back from an international flight? Yeah, me too... But not any more! Having TS...

Southwest Airlines has been one of the most polarizing airlines. Some travelers love them for the value they provide with bags fly free, companion passes, and inexpensive flights. Other travels have complained that they don't like Southwest because they don't offer assigned seating, don't participate in airline alliances, and don't offer many international f...

You've likely scrolled through social media this Summer and seen all kinds of family members and friends taking dream vacations. Before I discovered Travel Hacking, I would always look at those and envy the freedom that they had to travel. Oftentimes, freedom plays a big, unseen role in travel. Freedom of time & money, freedom to relax, freedom of choice in ...

Many people avoid Travel Hacking because they wrongly perceive that it’s too complicated. They imagine a complex labyrinth of points, miles, and confusing terms, where hours of research are needed just to book a simple flight or take a small vacation. While it’s easy to see how this assumption can be formed and fed, the reality is that Travel Hacking can be ...

Travel Hacking can change everything for you! As exciting as that sounds, your curiosity or inner-skeptic might still have some questions as you're processing through everything. I love asking questions and I love it when other people ask questions that I get to answer, because questions open up a dialogue as we process answers to pursue greater clarity and ...

This success story comes straight from my family as I'm currently writing this from the beach in Virginia Beach. Our family has enjoyed a free week in a three bedroom, three bathroom oceanfront condo, along with some of our best friends, for a very relaxing time at the beach. So let me very briefly share with you how we did it for free with our points and gi...

Travel Hacking is simple, but it does require strategy. With over 90 different Travel Rewards Credit Cards on the market, it can feel stressful, confusing, and challenging to figure out which cards are worth it, which cards to get, and in what order to get them. Plus getting it right or wrong is the difference of thousands of dollars in travel rewards. That’...

When it comes to Travel Hacking, maximizing every opportunity to earn points and miles can make a world of difference. One often-overlooked strategy is using shopping portals for extra points during online shopping. These online platforms offer travelers a chance to earn extra rewards for everyday purchases, accelerating their path to free travel. By using a...

Travel Hacking is simple, but it does require strategy. You have to sequentially do the right things, in the right way, at the right time to experience the full benefits. Otherwise, core mistakes can cost you greatly and cause you to miss out on entire free trips! So make sure that you avoid these Top 10 mistakes that many people often make.

1. Missing a Mi...

Understanding the structure of Travel Credit Cards is crucial for maximizing its benefits for Travel Hacking. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler leveraging rewards for your next trip or a novice looking to understand the basics, this guide will help you navigate the core components of every credit card. Let's dive into the essential elements: Welcome Bonus, ...