$18,900 in FREE FLIGHTS this year | How to Travel for Free with Credit Cards

My Current Favorite Credit Cards (some are referral links--thank you for your support if you choose to click!):

Chase Freedom Unlimited (I think this is the best for true beginners - has no annual fee. I think you should save the points though, and wait to redeem them until you’ve gotten a different Chase, like Chase Sapphire Preferred or Chase Sapphire Reserved, since then you’ll be able to redeem points for travel instead of cash back, which has a lot more value in it. Feel free to comment if you’re interested in this strategy and I’ll explain more in detail.)

Chase Sapphire Preferred (I think this is the best for someone not new to credit cards but new to travel hacking and OK with an annual fee)

Capital One Venture Rewards Card (My current favorite for just everyday spending given it offers 2x points on all categories)

TIMESTAMPS:
1:07 Basic Concept of Travel Hacking
4:02 Six Key Tips to Know To Start Travel Hacking
11:59 My Step-by-step Process for Redeeming Flights

In today’s video we’re covering one of my FAVORITE topics… free travel USING CREDIT CARD POINTS! I’ve saved thousands of dollars on travel ($18,900) just by learning about travel hacking, and in this video I’m going to teach you how you can start traveling the world with credit card points too. I’ll cover everything you need to get your first free flight, including a basic overview on travel hacking, the tips you have to know before getting any credit cards, and my step-by-step process for redeeming free economy flights, free business class flights and free first class flights!

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[UCESO]

I was told to hate credit cards. Now I have a total of 8.

I have a really good credit score while rotating my credit cards and ALWAYS keeping 0 balance. It all comes down to education, focus, discipline and good habits.

For people that have really bad impulse buying issues, I would recommend caution.

Great Video Tutorial!

[MihadAlzayat]

I meet my minimum spend by dropping it on Hennessy shots at the club the night before I board my free flight Tokyo. True story.

[zoegwynn]

this has been the clearest video i've seen on the subject so far. I really appreciate you walking us step by step! i can't wait to try this when corona is over!

[kevinrichardson]

Thank you for the video. I saw someone else talk about how you can leverage credit cards to travel and I'm interested in getting started. What I like about your video is that you actually listed examples on how you can plan a trip and decide if you want to pay cash or use points. I currently only have one card which I've had for years and basically use it to accumulate points to buy Christmas Gifts for my kids but I think now I'm interested in taking it to the next level and use to travel.

[KaiDLeifert]

Great content and I love the calculations! As a side note for those in Europe, with most flight carriers your best value comes with upgrades from Economy to Business Class. This is especially true for trans Atlantic flights.

[michellet]

I seriously love your honesty and transparency. Your advice is solid! Thanks erika

[thedailyadventurers]

The examples were great and the timestamps to skip to the more advanced skills were helpful! Thank you!

[kayiah_the_nerd]

Awesome example of how being financially responsible with credit cards and finances can reward you BIG TIME! We do the same in our household. EVERY expenses go on the credit card we share to get more points. We love traveling, so getting more points for us is a big deal.

[KevinConwayChannel]

I have not paid for travel in over FOUR YEARS because of those sweet, sweet credit card points. Totally agree!

[btlim]

My problem with this strategy is two. First with airlines, I typically do not know which airlines would offer the best deal. So you may start accumulating points on united to exchange for a $1000 ticket, then Philippines airline comes in and offer a $700 flight. So you end up not using those points. When using points for hotel, usually only high end hotels allow that. I usually just stay in cheaper or boutique hotels which are cheaper. So in the end I find myself spending less if I buy ticket and hotels with cash and using points as statement credits than to use the points directly to purchase.

[cynnabnz]

This video was so helpful. People brag about travel hacking, but won't usually go into such detail as you have here.

Thank you so much, this guves me confidence to finally try my hand at CCs w/points.

[LexFerrante]

I had no idea about the length of open credit cards affecting your credit! We use the Chase Sapphire card for everything! Looking forward to more financial tips! New subbie here!

[andrewandretti]

WOW, she is one honest Lawyer in America.

[slymm]

This is DEEP!! I love it. I am wanting to do more international and domestic flights

[MarkReese]

You’re into the credit card game too! 😄🙌✈️💳 Great video!

[williamwarner]

I've been doing this for yearsss. I didn't know it had a name. 😅. But as you explained clearly...BE DISCIPLINED! If debt is created, you're doing it wrong. Thanks for your insights.🤗

[LiLsIcKViDeOs]

Max rewards is a literal life changer when it comes to tracking all the things mentioned in this video

[maximizedmoney]

Loved the personal breakdown of points vs. dollars. This is my struggle with my CS Preferred card. Something in my spirit just doesn't sit right with paying more in the portal vs. in cash. Usually, I judge it off a $100 difference but this is a better strategy. I've been considering my next card so I took tons of notes. Thank you!!

[Judykins]

One more thing. I save my points for flights that I’m not sure if I have to cancel. If you cancel with points you just get your points back. If you buy a flight you might not be able to cancel and get your money back. Great video! I learned a lot!

[vacay]

This is still the best and most succinct tutorial. Kudos!