The Disney Points Podcast

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48. Jamie's First Disneyland Trip!

2023-12-0734:45

What happens when a Disney World guy visits the original California Parks? Listen in to find out. Jamie's family really packed a lot into their trip, including a night at a luxury property in Huntington Beach, a stay at the new Disneyland Hotel Discovery DVC tower, Oogie Boogie Bash and even Club 33. Jamie's a free Disney travel agent and can help you book your trip: email him at Jamiemcmahon@travelmation.net, and be sure to follow him on Instagram @manmac85! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

47. Disneyland Trip Report Pt. 2: Special Genie + Edition

2023-11-2230:57

Kim & Sam talk in depth about when you should buy Genie + and how to strategize your days at Disneyland. Sam shares other Disneyland tips, including the location of her favorite new secret bathroom and where she found the greatest Christmas ornament on the planet. Ink Business Preferred Credit Card: (earn 100K Ultimate Rewards when you spend $8000 in 3 months on this $95 annual fee card; transfer the points to book the Hyatt House Anaheim mentioned in this episode or to purchase Disneyland tickets in the portal, where your points are worth 25% more) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

46. Disneyland Trip Report!

2023-11-1741:34

Kim & Sam talk about how they hacked flights, lodging & admission for their recent Disneyland meetup. They're also diving into all the food they liked (and didn't care for), some new rides they rode and how they got into The Office, the secret room at Lamplight Lounge! Credit cards mentioned in this episode: WAITLIST Chase Sapphire Preferred Card (earn 3x dining at Disneyland) Chase Ink Business Cash Credit Card (elevated 90K welcome bonus that you can transfer to Hyatt to stay at the Hyatt Regency Orange County, if you have the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card) Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card welcome bonus earns you $750 off Disneyland admission purchased third party --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

45. Kim Helps Sam Decide if Sam Should Get Southwest Companion Passes

2023-11-0331:26

Are you wondering if you should go for a Southwest Airlines Companion Pass or Two? Or maybe you're not even sure what a Southwest Companion pass is? Kim & Sam are talking it all through, discussing the elevated 75K bonus, and by the end of the episode you'll know if Sam is getting passes or not! Special Project WAITLIST Card with the elevated 75K bonus & lowest minimum spend: Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

44. Tokyo Disney: Using Points for Flights & Lodging

2023-10-2734:57

Sam's business class flight to Tokyo Disney cost $19, and her hotel was free. Find out which airline she flew, where she stayed and exactly which points and miles she used, as well as heaps of other details you need to know if you're headed to Tokyo Disneyland & DisneySea! Cards mentioned in this episode: Chase Ink Business Preferred Chase Ink Business Cash Chase Ink Business Unlimited Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card Alaska Airlines Credit Card --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

43. Magical Deep Dive on the Chase Freedom Flex & Unlimited

2023-10-0129:24

What's the best card to use in between welcome bonuses? What are entry-level, no annual fee cards that still earn you buckets of cash back or, with the right companion card, flexible points? Kim & Sam discuss some of their favorite cards to use between minimum spends, as well as the maximizing the current PayPal quarterly bonus. Special Project WAITLIST Cards we Mentioned: Chase Freedom Flex Chase Ink Business Cash Credit Card Chase Sapphire Preferred Card --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

42. Using Bank Bonuses for Travel Cash

2023-09-2117:25

Kim & Sam share how to find and use bank bonuses to pay for extra travel expenses. They're also covering which cards they're opening, what expenses they're putting on them, and the elevated Chase Ink Cash/Unlimited 90K bonus. And if you're looking for a Disney Points Podcast community, you'll want to put yourself on this waitlist for a project we're launching later this year! Ink Business Cash Credit Card Ink Business Unlimited Credit Card --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

41. Disability Access Service in the U.S. & at Disneyland Paris

2023-09-1151:33

Disney gets five stars for their accessibility services in the U.S. & beyond. Beth from @vfamilytravels is back to share stories and lots of tips about DAS in the U.S. parks and at Disneyland Paris, including who qualifies, how to get one, managing DAS in the parks and what kind of special access you can expect at Disney after hours parties. DAS at Disneyland DAS at Walt Disney World Accessibility at Disneyland Paris --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

40. Listener Mail! How to Spend one day Hopping Between the California Parks

2023-08-2532:55

For our 40th episode, we're responding to a listener request to strategize how to maximize one day at the California Parks. We're sharing seven tips that you could implement at Disneyland or Disney World to make the most of your time, but first, we're chatting about the 5 free nights Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless welcome bonus, and the pros and cons with using this offer at the Dolphin Deluxe Resort at Disney World. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

39: Tokyo Disney With Mahogany

2023-08-1535:07

Mahogany @DealduchessLA thought she didn't like Disney parks--until she hacked a trip to Tokyo Disneyland with her husband and daughter! She's sharing how the three of them hacked flying both ways in business class, stayed at a fancy hotel on points, used their Suica cards on the trains and spent only $80 USD on food & park souvenirs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

38. A Tale of Two Hyatts (at Disney World)

2023-08-0826:55

Kim is on a mission to stay at every Hyatt in the greater Disney World area. Listen as she compares and contrasts two Hyatt resorts nearest to the parks--and also explains how to open one credit card & earn enough points for a week-long stay at either property! Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card Chase Sapphire Preferred --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

37. Flying to Tokyo Disneyland on Points

2023-07-2030:35

Do you think Kim and Sam are dog or cat people? You'll have to listen to find out. Related in a roundabout way: they're both headed to Tokyo Disneyland within the next year, and today they're breaking down multiple ways to use points & miles to book flights. You'll hear about different cards you can open to earn the points and miles necessary for your trip, and how to use points from the 100K welcome bonus on the Chase Ink Business Preferred with the new lowered minimum spend. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

36. Disney on Points for Larger Families

2023-07-1335:31

Jenna from @thetravelinghansens leaves next month for a three week European tour with her family of six! Disneyland Paris is one of their stops, and she's sharing how she saved 50% on tickets, and why they chose Parc Disneyland as a day-trip from the city. Also discussed: the best hotel brands for larger families near Disney Parks, and Kim's favorite tool for setting hotel availability alerts for hard-to-find redemptions. Our favorite card to open & earn IHG Points for Holiday Inn/Holiday Inn Express: IHG® Rewards Premier Business Credit Card Our favorite card to open & earn Ultimate Rewards to transfer to Hyatt: Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

35. What Cards We're Opening (and How We're Using the Points for Disney)

2023-07-0633:40

Kim and Sam's lives have both gotten expensive recently. Listen in to find out what cards they're opening to pay for home headaches and college payments. They're also covering cards that have "big" minimum spends, including the Ink Business Preferred--the card with the minimum spend that just plummeted from $15,000 to $8000 in three months! Open a Chase Ink Business Preferred at this link --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

34. Disneyland Trip Report: How to get the Dining Reservation you Want & More

2023-06-2839:55

After 18 months, Sam finally returned to her precious California Parks. It was a trip of firsts: first time taking the first Alaska flight out and storing a bag in Disney lockers, first time taking the Toy Story shuttle and staying at a Sheraton, and first time enjoying park hopper and Genie Plus. Kim and Sam discuss tricks for getting the Disney dining reservation you want, why Sam hates her Mickey Mouse credit card a little bit less, and whether or not she should erase her park tickets with Capital One miles! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

33. Flying a family of seven to Disneyland Paris. In Business Class!

2023-06-0737:14

@travelpointsrob is one of the first accounts I followed, and Rob is an all-around great guy. Earlier this year, he pulled off an amazing feat: flew his family of seven from the West Coast roundtrip to Europe in business class--and stopped over in Disneyland Paris for his wife's birthday on the way home. We're also discussing finicky banks like Citi and Capital One (who seem to have secret rules regarding who's worthy of their cards) and how he's attempting to get out of American Express pop-up jail. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

32. Convincing my Husband to Hack Disney Trips

2023-05-2536:23

Sam here, and I've brought my better half Mr Almost Free Traveling on the show today! Listen as he describes his transformation from minimalist guy who wanted one virtual credit card to full on Player 2 travel hacker. He's also sharing why he appreciates not only Disney parks but the whole company, and reminiscing about growing up as a Disney kid. Send this episode to your skeptical spouse! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

31. Trip Report: How Sam Hacked her Latest Disney World Trip

2023-05-1137:15

Grab your Mickey ears and join us for another magical trip report! Sam's excited to share hacks from her latest Walt Disney World trip. We're walking through every step of the journey, from booking flights and lodging with points, to finding discounted Disney tickets. She'll also talk about riding Tron, how she avoided purchasing individual lightning lanes, free meals in the parks and more. You won't want to miss this episode packed with insider tips and tricks that will save you time and money on your next trip! Cards mentioned in this episode: Chase Sapphire Preferred Card IHG® Rewards Premier Business Credit Card Southwest Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

30. How to Save Money and Earn Points on a Disney Cruise

2023-05-0239:58

Do you know what a fish extender is? You're about to: @Alitravelpoints just got off a Disney Fantasy Cruise, and is here to tell us how she saved money and earned 35,000 Ultimate Rewards booking this vacation. Ali was born and raised in Panama; in fact, her first trip to the U.S. was to Disney World. She's a pro at booking award flights; mention the Disney Points Podcast when you sign up to receive at extra 30 minutes! Join her travel points insiders list and get free resources here. Read more about how to book a Disney Cruise on Capital One Points at AlmostFreeTraveling.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

29. Sapphire Preferred Elevated Bonus Emergency Episode

2023-04-2014:48

Thinking of opening the Chase Sapphire Preferred with the elevated 80K bonus? Most hackers consider this the best starter card, and we're explaining all the benefits, ways to redeem the points for Disney, what Disney expenses to charge on the card to earn the most points and more! We would love for you to use our affiliate link to open this card; let us know on Instagram if you do so we can thank you (edit: the additional 10k bonus miles when you spend a total of $6000 in six months is not part of the online offer, but may be offered at your local Chase branch) Chase Sapphire Preferred Card --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samantha-holland3/support

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