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.
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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.
Dreaming of Thailand’s golden temples, street food, and island sunsets, and want to get there using points and miles? In this episode, Bryce, Emily, and Matt share exactly how they did just that, from finding award flights to booking dream hotels on points.
You’ll learn:
How Bryce’s original $20K Thailand redemption turned into 10xTravel’s viral success story
Emily’s experience recreating that trip years later (and what’s changed since)
The best airline programs for Thailand (ANA, Air Canada, Alaska, and more)
Which hotel redemptions deliver the most luxury for the fewest points
How to plan multi-stop routes and avoid 30-hour economy journeys
Insider tips for Chiang Mai, Bangkok, and the southern islands
What to know before you go: best months, routes, and realistic costs
Stay to the end for a listener spotlight featuring a honeymoon booked entirely with points, plus details on the next 10xTravel group trip to Thailand!
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Host Greetings
00:44 Meetups and Community Stories
02:50 Thailand: A Popular Destination
03:36 Favorite Thailand References in Pop Culture
09:20 Planning Your Trip to Thailand
09:47 Best Airline Programs for Thailand
13:10 Air Canada and Other Airline Options
14:59 Alaska Airlines and Emirates
18:49 Flying Blue and Premium Cabin Considerations
25:05 Booking Tips for Thailand
25:54 Travel Experiences in Thailand
26:57 Hotel Recommendations in Thailand
35:13 Exploring Northern Thailand
38:35 Exploring Central and Southern Thailand
41:01 Listener Spotlight and Upcoming Trips
45:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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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.