Doug chats with Kristen Knapp about the world of travel hacking, beginning with the basic principles and strategies for earning and maximizing points & miles. Kristen shares her personal experience with travel hacking, highlights key rules and tips for getting started, offers practical advice on how to choose the right credit cards, the importance of being organized, and tips for utilizing various travel apps.
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0:00 Introduction
12:17 Travel hacking basics
19:02 Maximizing points & miles
26:57 Credit card perks & annual fees
34:37 Understanding transferable points
43:07 Evaluating cards & opening strategies
50:04 Managing cards
56:52 Tracking credit card information
1:02:54 FI Friends Travel
1:10:45 Soundcheck – Home ownership struggles
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