How to Book an African Safari with Points & Miles featuring 10xTravel's Lovan Edwards

Dreaming of an African safari but think it’s out of reach? In this episode Bryce and Travis welcome back 10xTravel’s social media manager, Lovan Edwards, to share his recent safari adventure in Kenya and the role that points and miles played in the bookings!   In the episode, Lovan reveals: How he scored Emirates First Class to Nairobi on short notice What safari lodges really cost and how to book them affordably The unforgettable wildlife encounters in Masai Mara Insider tips on choosing safari operators and what’s included Which credit card points transfer best for African travel Tips on timing your trip around the Great Migration Practical advice on visas, vaccinations, tipping, travel insurance, and packing This is one of the most-requested topics from our listeners, and for good reason: a safari is one of the most unforgettable trips you can take. And with the right strategy, you can do it for a fraction of the usual cost.   In this episode:00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome: Lovan01:23 Today's Topic: Safaris on Points and Miles02:56 Planning a Last-Minute Safari08:32 Booking Flights with Points19:38 Safari Experience in Kenya23:31 Booking and Costs of a Safari30:16 Wildlife Encounters and Game Drives32:29 Elephant Mud Bathing and Lion Tracking33:32 Private Game Drives Experience35:05 Camp Accommodations and Safety38:29 Dangerous Animals on Safari39:47 Using Points for Safari Lodges44:13 Visa and Health Requirements46:20 Travel Insurance for Safari49:11 Practical Travel Tips and Packing53:24 Best Times for Safari and Great Migration56:44 Lightning Round: Safari Myths and Facts01:01:42 Final Thoughts and Recommendations   Links and Resources from this Episode:Take Our Free Points and Miles Course New To Points and Miles? Listen to Episodes 1-6 of the podcast Our Best Credit Cards List (Updated Monthly) My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place Let us book your next award flight for you Upgrade your next stay with our Luxury Hotel Program Get free, personalized advice on choosing your next card 10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a me...