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Takeoff is a podcast that will teach you how to save money and travel better. Join Bryce, Emily, Matt, and Travis from 10xTravel as they teach you the fundamentals of points & miles and dive into the latest strategies, deals, and news in the industry. If you want to travel more (and better) without spending more money, this show is for you.
2025 Points & Miles Recap: Top Trends from the 10xTravel Community
Takeoff: A Points and Miles Podcast by 10xTravel
52 minutes 3 seconds
6 days ago
2025 Points & Miles Recap: Top Trends from the 10xTravel Community
2025 was anything but boring for points and miles. In this episode, the 10xTravel team reflects on the biggest wins, losses, and debates that dominated the 10xTravel Facebook Group this past year.
From controversial airline changes to once-in-a-lifetime wins, the community had a lot to say - and not everyone agreed.
You'll hear community takes on:
Southwest’s major changes and why travelers are divided
ANA ending its legendary Round the World award
The actual state of points and miles
What a 1 million point win actually means in real travel value
How travelers are adjusting strategies for 2026
This episode is part reflection, part debate, and part reality check for anyone planning to use points and miles in 2026 and beyond.
In this episode:
00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
00:52 Year-End Reflections and Favorite Changes in Points and Miles
09:27 Crazy Things Done for Points and Miles
16:53 Is the Credit Card Points and Miles Game Dying?
26:47 Navigating Facebook Algorithms for Travel Deals
27:23 Maximizing Virgin Atlantic Miles
28:29 Planning a Round the World Trip
31:41 Winning a Million Points Giveaway
34:16 Strategies for Earning Hyatt Globalist Status
40:14 Southwest Airlines Policy Changes
48:08 Wrapping Up 2025 and Looking Ahead to 2026
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Takeoff: A Points and Miles Podcast by 10xTravel
Takeoff is a podcast that will teach you how to save money and travel better. Join Bryce, Emily, Matt, and Travis from 10xTravel as they teach you the fundamentals of points & miles and dive into the latest strategies, deals, and news in the industry. If you want to travel more (and better) without spending more money, this show is for you.
