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EPISODE · May 21, 2025 · 43 MIN

Would You Rather [Points & Miles Edition]

from Takeoff: A Points and Miles Podcast by 10xTravel · host 10xTravel

What would you do with your points—book Emirates First Class for a one-time luxury experience or stretch them for two roundtrips in business class to Europe? In this special “Would You Rather?” episode, Bryce and Emily put common points and miles dilemmas to the test.   They debate the trade-offs every points and miles pro faces—quantity vs. quality, domestic weekend trips vs. international dream vacations, hotel perks vs. local experiences, and much more.   Whether you’re team “maximize value” or “maximize vibes,” this episode is packed with practical insights and a few hot takes that’ll make you rethink your next redemption!   00:00 Introduction and Game Setup 00:55 First 'Would You Rather' Scenario: Podcast Fame or Virality 01:50 Quick Notes and Recommendations 02:52 Travel Dilemmas: Flights Edition 10:29 Travel Dilemmas: Hotels Edition 19:13 Lifestyle and Redemption Strategies 24:32 Chasing Travel Deals 25:29 Places We Wouldn't Visit 27:07 Domestic vs. International Travel 29:46 Lightning Round: Travel Preferences 36:43 Would You Rather: Travel Scenarios 41:53 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up   Links and Resources from this Episode: How to Keep Your Points From Expiring 12 Common Beginner Points and Miles Mistakes How to Plan a Family Vacation Using Points & Miles Our Favorite Credit Card Combos Take Our Free Points and Miles Course Our Best Credit Cards List (Updated Monthly) My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place 10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member today

What would you do with your points—book Emirates First Class for a one-time luxury experience or stretch them for two roundtrips in business class to Europe? In this special “Would You Rather?” episode, Bryce and Emily put common points and miles dilemmas to the test.   They debate the trade-offs every points and miles pro faces—quantity vs. quality, domestic weekend trips vs. international dream vacations, hotel perks vs. local experiences, and much more.   Whether you’re team “maximize value” or “maximize vibes,” this episode is packed with practical insights and a few hot takes that’ll make you rethink your next redemption!   00:00 Introduction and Game Setup 00:55 First 'Would You Rather' Scenario: Podcast Fame or Virality 01:50 Quick Notes and Recommendations 02:52 Travel Dilemmas: Flights Edition 10:29 Travel Dilemmas: Hotels Edition 19:13 Lifestyle and Redemption Strategies 24:32 Chasing Travel Deals 25:29 Places We Wouldn't Visit 27:07 Domestic vs. International Travel 29:46 Lightning Round: Travel Preferences 36:43 Would You Rather: Travel Scenarios 41:53 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up   Links and Resources from this Episode: How to Keep Your Points From Expiring 12 Common Beginner Points and Miles Mistakes How to Plan a Family Vacation Using Points & Miles Our Favorite Credit Card Combos Take Our Free Points and Miles Course Our Best Credit Cards List (Updated Monthly) My10x: Manage your points and miles in one place 10xTravel+: Upgrade your travel by becoming a member today

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