All Episodes

How to Travel Without Paying for a Hotel: Inside Home Swapping and Pet Sitting Apps

Family Travel on Points, Solo Trip Ideas, and Booking Tools Compared: Your Travel Questions Answered

The Best Travel Credit Cards With Annual Fees Under $100

How Airline Alliance Status Gets You Into the World's Best Airport Lounges for Free

Family Travel on Points and Miles: Free Checked Bags, Companion Passes, and Miles Pooling

Traveling with Pets: How to Put Your Paws on the Best Airlines and Hotels for Furry Family Members

How to Spend Less on Big Sports Trips in 2026: FIFA World Cup 2026, PGA Championship and More

Rental Cars in 2026: How to Skip the Counter, Cut Costs, and Avoid Insurance Mistakes

Before You Book a Ski Trip, Learn How to Save on Mountain Hotels, Ski Rentals and Lift Tickets

Travel Questions Mega-Episode: Top Tips from Our Top Listener Questions

Don’t Get “Noob Taxed”: The Travel Add-Ons That Drain Your Budget

25 Airports in 6 Months: The Real Lessons From JetBlue’s 350,000-Point Challenge

Mediterranean Cruise Game Plan: Santorini, Mykonos, and the Greek Islands Without Transit Chaos

2026 Elite Status Changes and Ways to Earn Status and Nights More Easily

Credit Card Hotel Programs vs Booking Direct: A Clearer Way to Compare Prices

What Would You Do for a Million Miles? The Extreme Points Play from Ashley Gets Around

Bilt Card 2.0 Explained: Can Rent (or a Mortgage) Earn Points—and Is It Worth the Math?

Fix Your Travel Credit Card Mix So Your Points Actually Add Up

Samantha Brown on Places to Love, Route 66, and the Travel Habits That Save You Money

2025 Travel Trends and 2026 Predictions: Where to Go Next and How to Pay for It

Skip Google, Get the Suite: How Travel Advisors Deliver Luxury You Can’t Book Yourself

What “Amazing Race” Host Phil Keoghan Learned from a Life of Travel (“Powering Travel” Episode)

Best and Worst Carriers for Standby and Same-Day Changes — and How to Capitalize (Video Episode)

Maximizing Miles, Sharing Points, Avoiding Costly Mistakes: Your Travel Questions Answered

$2,000 in Travel Card Annual Fees? Learn How to Audit Your Wallet to Make Sure They’re Worth It (Video Episode)

AI Travel Pricing Is Here: How Airlines and Hotels Could Quietly Raise Your Rates

Adventure by Committee: What Happens When You Let Others Pick Your Trip

How to Tell If a Premium Travel Card Is Worth the Fee

How to Make Every Trip More Meaningful — Without Spending More (w/ Expedia’s “Powering Travel” Host Elisabeth Goodridge)

Travel More, Stress Less: How to Build a Financial Plan That Funds Your Adventures

When to Book and Fly for Cheaper Holiday Trips in 2025

Enjoy the Halloween Travel Boom Without Getting Scared by Prices (Video Episode)

Stop Wasting Time (and Miles): Points vs. Cash Tools for Easier Booking

Getting Paid to Plan Trips Doesn't Have to Be a Full-Time Job: How to Become a Travel Advisor in 2025

Keep or Cut the Amex Platinum? What New Perks Mean for Frequent Travelers

How One Family Flew Business Class to Europe on Points — and Stayed in Style

Cash or Miles? The 2025 Points Valuations That Could Change How You Travel

Airport Lounge Access, Family Award Travel, and Cruise Savings: Your Questions Answered

How to Pay for Study Abroad and Save Overseas (Plus: Alaska Airlines’ New Rewards Program and Premium Travel Card)

Pack Smarter, Spend Less: How to Travel Light Without Losing Comfort

Lost Bag Bailout: How Travel Insurance and Credit Cards Can Save You Thousands

Your Travel Credit Card Questions Answered: What to Keep, What to Add, and When to Redeem

New Consumer Protections Could Save You Hundreds on Your Next Flight

Italy Beyond the Tourist Map: How to Get Around, Spend Less, and Explore Like a Local

How to Travel the World on $75 a Day: What Savvy Travelers Do Differently to Make Every Dollar Count

What AI Can’t Book: How Travel Advisors Deliver VIP Perks at No Extra Cost

Summer Travel Deals: Where Prices Are Dropping and How to Book Luxury for Less

Big Changes to a Top Travel Card — Is It Still Worth It or Is There a Better Fit for You?

Making Group Travel Work: Planning Trips for Different Budgets, Ages, and Interests

Is Epic Universe the Future of Theme Parks? Here’s How to Save When You Go

How to Plan an Itinerary That Saves Money, Avoids Crowds, and Unlocks Hidden Gems

Disney Done Right: When to Go, What to Skip, and How to Save at Disney Parks

The Benefits of Award Search Tools and When They’re Worth Paying For

Insider Strategies for First-Class Cruise Perks Without the Premium Price

Where 100,000 Points Can Take You: First Class Seats, Five-Star Suites and VIP Upgrades

When and How to Transfer Credit Card Rewards Points To Get The Most Value

Room Blocks, Rental Cars, and a Plus-One: Smarter Wedding Travel for Savvy Guests

The New Rules of Travel Rewards: Spend More or Lose Out

How to Plan Smarter and Save More on Summer Travel

Secrets to Finding Cheap Flights and Avoiding Fees, Straight from Scott’s Cheap Flights

How to Visit National Parks for Free, Avoid Crowds, and Save on Lodging

Best Travel Credit Cards, Southwest Policy Changes, and Disneyland Deals

How to Get Elite Travel Perks Without Traveling Every Week or Overpaying

How to Budget for Trips: When to Book and How to Avoid Hidden Fees

Flight Canceled? How to Get a Refund, Rebook, or Even Travel for Free

Avoid These 5 Costly Travel Mistakes to Save Time, Money, and Stress

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