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Geobreeze Travel

A show for anyone looking to level up their award travel lifestyle! Points strategy coach and speaker, Julia Menez, interviews award travelers from all walks of life about their points and miles stories and secrets. You won’t find these by simply Googling “best points and miles blog.”

The Geobreeze Travel podcast features interviews with a diverse population of award travelers, including voices that are normally underrepresented in larger points and miles blogs and media (e.g. women and people of color). Because everyone should get to talk about traveling for next to no cost.

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Latest Episodes:

Saving Accounts That Pay You in Points with James&Jennifer from Symphony | Ep 311 Oct 06, 2026

Show notes

Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game

https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube

Timestamps:

00:00 Saving Rewards Vision

00:30 Meet the Founders

03:46 How Symphony Points Work

05:35 Transfer Partners Roadmap

07:45 Why Points Beat Cash

09:44 Taxes and Point Valuation

10:54 Savings vs Credit Cards

13:33 Safety and Insurance

17:07 Who Symphony Is For

19:45 User Stats and Growth

21:41 How 5 Percent Stays Fixed

23:15 Bonuses and No Caps

24:42 Behind the Scenes Pricing

32:22 Future of Points and Product

36:45 New Travel Portal Tease

38:37 Where to Sign Up

39:11 Final Thanks and Wrap

You can find Julia at:

➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/

➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards

You can find James, Jennifer, and Symphony at:

➤ Symphony website: https://www.symphony.io/

➤ Symphony on the App Store (iOS): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/symphony-save-earn/id6758022445

➤ James Berry LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-g-berry/

➤ Jennifer Styles LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-styles/

Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.

Is Hyatt Globalist Still Worth It in 2027? Oct 01, 2026

Show notes

Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game

https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube

Timestamps:

00:00 Hyatt Globalist in 2026

00:51 Globalist Requirements

01:56 Earning Nights With Cards

03:02 Opportunity Cost Reality

03:51 Stays Promotions Mattress Runs

05:07 Globalist Perks Breakdown

05:31 Breakfast Upgrade Caveats

07:46 Late Checkout Resort Fees

10:06 Skip Status With Alternatives

11:07 FHR Privé Paid Options

13:23 Just Pay For Breakfast

14:39 Who Should Chase Globalist

16:13 Who Should Not Chase

18:15 Final Takeaways

You can find Julia at:

➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/

➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards

Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.

How to Protect Your Points & Miles From Devaluation with Sebastian from mileprotection.com | Ep 310 Sep 29, 2026

Show notes

Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game

https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube

Timestamps:

00:00 Why Points Need Protection

01:14 Meet Sebastian Bigatti

02:40 What Mile Protection Does

03:55 Gaming And Cool Off Rules

08:23 Programs And Pricing Example

10:55 Deductibles And Valuation Model

14:33 Perks Availability And Data

20:00 Loss Ratios Reserves Reinsurance

24:21 Who Should Use It

25:15 Transfer Partner Coverage

28:58 Why Not Insurance Legally

32:43 Earn Burn Or Hedge

34:14 Where To Learn More

You can find Julia at:

➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/

➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards

You can find Sebastian at:

➤ Website: https://mileprotection.com/

➤ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sbigatti/

Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.

Points Transfer Risks: Which Program Transfers Get Stuck (and the Safest Ones to Use) Sep 24, 2026

Show notes

Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game

https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube

Timestamps:

00:00 Transfer Fear Explained

01:01 ANA Transfer Risks

02:58 Cathay Transfer Delays

04:44 Flying Blue Chase Issues

06:11 Aeroplan Transfer Variance

08:18 Guide and Data Points

08:57 Singapore Airlines Worst Case

11:29 Safer Instant Transfers

11:52 United and Avios Tips

13:32 More Instant Options

14:01 Hyatt and Wrap Up

You can find Julia at:

➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/

➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards

Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.

Positioning Flights Explained (easily cut flights costs) with Mason from coedtravels.com | Ep 309 Sep 22, 2026

Show notes

Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game

https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube

Timestamps:

00:00 Meet Mason

02:22 Positioning Flights 101

04:21 When It’s Worth It

05:29 Delays and Backup Plans

06:44 Carry On Only Travel

07:15 Best Programs for Positioning

09:44 Finding Award Deals Fast

11:45 Remote Work Travel Setup

13:48 Family Travel and Minimalism

16:10 Why He Built Coed Travels

19:48 Coed Travels Demo Setup

21:29 Email Forwarding Setup

21:55 Trip Canvas Countries

22:11 Overnight Bus Story

23:15 Claude Plans Explained

25:28 Airport View Interface

26:12 Traveler Profile Tools

28:03 Free Versus Paid

29:00 Points Cards Passwords

30:17 Manual Trip Alternative

32:09 Documents Print View

33:23 Flight Status Hotels

34:50 Packing Lists Reminders

36:09 Currency Budget Tracking

37:52 Wrap up

You can find Julia at:

➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/

➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards

You can find Mason and Coed Travels at:

➤ Coed Travels website: https://coedtravels.com/

➤ Free live demo: https://demo.coedtravels.com/

Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.

How to Find the Best Points Deals on Domestic Flights Sep 17, 2026

Show notes

Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game

https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube

Timestamps:

00:00 Award Program Quirks Intro

00:58 Alaska Fees And Surcharges

02:14 Alaska Stopovers And Timing

02:59 Alaska Pooling Wrap Up

03:21 American Surcharges And Phone Booking

04:25 American Blocking And Award Holds

06:18 American Pricing Sweet Spots

07:24 Delta Dynamic Pricing Basics

08:17 Delta Sweet Spots And Routing

09:46 JetBlue Refunds And Basic Economy

11:03 JetBlue Transfers And Mint Tips

13:37 United Fees Polaris And Card Perks

15:48 United Positioning And Pooling

17:00 Final Tips And Guidebook Outro

You can find Julia at:

➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/

➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards

Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.

How to Use Points and Miles for a Disney Vacation with Alex from seconddadtotheright.com | Ep 308 Sep 15, 2026

Show notes

Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game

https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube

Timestamps:

00:00 Meet Alex

02:01 Points Origin Story

02:55 First Big Redemption

03:30 Best Parks For Points

05:24 Disney Cruises On Points

06:53 New Disney Inspire Card

09:02 What Disney Costs Now

09:58 Saving On Hotels And Tickets

11:30 Alex Disney Trip Breakdown

13:34 Cheap Flights And Driving Hack

15:05 Booking Order And Seasons

16:21 Conference Ticket Discounts

19:19 More Ways To Save

20:43 Hotel Value Sweet Spots

22:32 VIP Tour Price Shock

24:38 Cruise Pricing And Discounts

27:07 Cruise Routes Worldwide

28:24 International Parks Are Cheaper

30:45 Final Disney Strategy Advice

32:02 Where To Find Alex

You can find Julia at:

➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/

➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards

You can find Alex and Second Dad to the Right at:

➤ Website: https://seconddadtotheright.com/

➤ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seconddadtotheright

➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seconddadtotheright/

Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.

7 Best Airlines to Book Business Class on Points in 2026 Sep 10, 2026

Show notes

Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game

https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube

Timestamps:

00:00 Points Devaluations Explained

00:49 Aeroplan Sweet Spots

03:41 Cathay Pacific Deals

04:56 Finnair Over British Airways

07:02 United Cardholder Pricing

09:17 Flying Blue After Devaluation

13:46 Virgin Atlantic Group Awards

15:19 Alaska Mileage Plan Gems

16:52 Final Recap and Next Steps

You can find Julia at:

➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/

➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards

Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.

Credit Card Downgrade Strategies with Andrew from pnm.now | Ep 307 Sep 08, 2026

Show notes

Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game

https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube

Timestamps:

00:00 Canceling Is Okay

00:13 Meet Andrew Kunesh

01:57 Why He Ditched Amex

03:26 What He Kept Instead

04:20 Audit Your Benefits

06:12 How Many Cards Needed

08:20 Hotel Status Reality Check

11:19 Airline Status Isn’t Worth It

13:37 Churning Limits And Burnout

15:47 Affording The Trip

18:06 Are Premium Cards For All

19:31 Downgrade Versus Cancel

21:58 Avoid Bank Shutdowns

27:17 Stop Hoarding Points

30:50 Minimalist Card Picks

36:03 Final Minimalism Takeaways

38:39 Where To Find Andrew

39:17 Closing Thoughts

You can find Julia at:

➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/

➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards

You can find Andrew and pnm.now at:

➤ pnm.now website: https://www.pnm.now/

➤ Andrew Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akunesh/

➤ Andrew on X: https://x.com/andrewkunesh

Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.

7 Points & Miles Mistakes That GUARANTEE You’ll Fail at Award Travel Sep 03, 2026

Show notes

Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game

https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube

Timestamps:

00:00 Predicting Points Success

01:10 Join the Free Study

02:19 Failure Mode One Never Fly

02:59 Failure Mode Two Ignore Alerts

04:37 Failure Mode Three Too Few Points

07:02 Failure Mode Four Single Airline Loyalty

07:47 Failure Mode Five Too Specific

09:35 Failure Mode Six Decision Paralysis

14:25 Failure Mode Seven Not Coachable

17:36 Flip It to Guarantee Success

21:32 Wrap Up and Next Steps

You can find Julia at:

➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/

➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards

Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.

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