155. The Town That Got Our Teens Off Their Phones: An Epic, Out of the Ordinary Road Trip on Points

In this episode, Jo shares the story of an unforgettable road trip — four teenagers, one mom, and a weekend that proved you don’t have to go far (or spend a fortune) to make magic happen. What started as a plan to see a concert turned into a full-blown adventure that got the teens off their devices and completely hooked on exploring a small town full of surprises.From finding a Hyatt stay for just 6,500 points a night to discovering amazing free activities and local gems, Jo walks through how this spontaneous trip came together using points and miles. You’ll hear how she planned it, what made the destination so special, and why this road trip stands out as one of her favorite examples of affordable, meaningful travel with teens.If you’ve ever wanted to plan an epic getaway that actually connects with your kids (or your kids’ friends) this episode is full of ideas and inspiration for using points and miles to create memories that last long after the trip ends.Special thanks to Visit Bentonville for partnering with us on this incredible episode.Find Us On OnlineMary Ellen | JoFacebook GroupWonderland On Points BlogMentioned in this EpisodeCreate4Good Have Points Will Travel ShirtVisit Bentonville Visitor's CenterFetch- JoFetch- Mary Ellen’s Referral Code: 43M2YEUpside- Mary Ellen’s Invite Code: KV4QCUpside - JoAffiliate LinksComfrt Hoodie 15% OFF!Chase/Capital One/Amex Card Links30% off the CardPointers subscription!FlyKitt- the BEST Jet Lag Solution!Tripiamo Driving TutorialsOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!