Behind the Bookings: Real Trips We're Planning with Points & Miles

Ever wonder what award travel pros actually book with their points and miles? In this behind-the-scenes episode, the 10xTravel team pulls back the curtain on their real travel plans, giving an inside look at the strategies and considerations behind their trips. From spring break in The Bahamas to a dive trip in Italy and Ireland, you’ll hear the exact routes, programs, challenges, and creative booking strategies our team is using. Plus, find out which airlines the crew absolutely avoids. This episode is packed with practical tips and booking insights that will help you think like a points & miles pro. In this episode:00:00 Introduction and Crew Greetings00:21 Weather Woes and Fun Facts02:10 Current Bookings and Travel Plans02:48 Points and Miles Basics Reminder03:51 Bryce's Spring Break 2026 Plans20:19 Emily's Upcoming Europe Trip31:45 Cheering for Your Success32:02 Travis's Upcoming Europe Trip34:01 Booking Flights and Accommodations35:30 Airport Celebrity Spotting37:53 Planning for Ireland and Italy42:14 Future Travel Plans and Dive Trips44:30 Matt's Flexible Travel Planning48:12 California Alila Tour55:12 The Thrill of Booking with Points55:12 The Thrill of Booking with Points01:00:46 Final Thoughts and Resources Links and Resources from this Episode:Take Our Free Points and Miles CourseOur Best Credit Cards List (Updated Monthly)My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member todayJoin us at an upcoming MeetupHow to Book Your First Flight with Points & MilesPartner Award Bookings: Everything You Need to KnowHow to Plan a Family Vacation Using Points and MilesMapping a Trip to Italy: How to Plan Your Points Redemption Stay Connected:Join our Community: 10xTravel InsidersFollow us on Instagram: @10xTravelblogWatch this and every episode of Takeoff on YouTube: @10xTravel Subscribe for more tips on travel, points, and miles! Don’t forget to hit the notification bel...