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Points Talk®: Your Travel Dreams, Made Possible by Points

Aug 11, 2026

How do you plan a nearly month-long international trip with extremely different climates? In this episode, Pam shares the story behind her Greece and Norway trip, including how a simple Greece getaway grew into a much bigger adventure with family.

     

Pam walks through the highlights of the itinerary, from visiting...


Aug 4, 2026

What are Avios and why should you care about them? In this episode, the Points Talk Squad is joined by points expert Devon Gimbel of Point Me to First Class to break down everything you need to know about Avios. You’ll learn how these points work, how to earn them, and why they can be such a valuable part of a points...


Jul 28, 2026

How did Jess use points and miles to plan her family trip to Italy? In this episode, Jess shares how she planned a trip to Milan, Lake Como, and the Dolomites with her family. She walks through how she booked flights and accommodations using points, and the decisions she made to create an itinerary that worked for...


Jul 21, 2026

Are airline co-branded credit cards worth keeping alongside flexible points currencies? In this episode, Alex, Jess, and Pam break down the features, perks, and earning potential of popular airline cards, highlighting which ones deliver real value for different travel goals. 

    

The Squad compares rewards structures,...


Jul 14, 2026

What’s changed in Hyatt’s award chart and how is it affecting travelers? In this episode, the Points Talk Squad breaks down the recent Hyatt devaluation and what it means for points redemptions. You’ll hear their first impressions of the program after the May 2026 changes and the key updates travelers need...