70 | No Seat Assignments? How to Get the Best Seat on a Southwest Flight!

Do you ever feel alone in your love of collecting miles and points and scoring a great travel deal? Lyn sees this a lot and shares some quick advice.

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In Part 2 of listener questions answered, Lyn explains why the current Southwest personal card offer is NOT good, when and how you should use a Costco card, if devaluation of airline points is a problem, if shopping portals are key to her strategy and if it's too late to get a Southwest Companion Pass now. 

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Learn More:

• VIDEO: When Is the Best Time to Get a Southwest Companion Pass?
• How to Correctly Time Your Southwest Companion Pass
• Episode 152: Listener Questions - Chase Freedom Unlimited, Having Enough Points, Flying From a Non-Hub Southwest Airport 

Lyn answers some great questions from listener Jamie about options if you don't want to fly Southwest out of your home airport, how you really can pay 7,500-10,000 points per flight and if you should use Chase Freedom Unlimited for your everyday spend.

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• My DVC Points Podcast Episode 265: Why Lyn Was Right
• BONUS Episode: $7000+ Saved Flying Free as a Single Parent to College Visits, Hawaii, Yoga Retreats & More

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Amanda's family of 4 has a goal to visit all 50 states before her daughters graduate high school. She shares how learning how to earn and use travel rewards has saved them thousands on trips to places like Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Utah, Niagara Falls and more.

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Don't be intimidated to visit our National Parks for any reason, including crowds, knowledge, equipment or planning. Bryanna Royal of Crazy Family Adventure explains how you can enjoy the National Parks this year without overwhelm and make memories in some of America's most amazing landscapes. She shares some of her favorites and tips for making the most of your experience.

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Resources:

• Crazy Family Adventure Blog
• Crazy Family Adventure National Park Itineraries
• Families Travel Free National Parks Articles and Videos

Just a few years ago Chase Sapphire Reserve was THE luxury travel card to own, but these days, there are better options that offer the same perks for a lower cost. Lyn explains why she doesn't recommend getting Chase Sapphire Reserve, except for a rare group of people.

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Resources:

• Chase Sapphire Lounges
• Chase Travel Categories

Related Articles & Podcasts:

• Chase Sapphire Reserve Review
• Chase Sapphire Reserve vs Preferred: Which Card Should You Choose?
• Chase Ink Business Preferred: How to Travel Free With This High-Bonus Business Card
• Episode 86: All About Capital One Venture X
• Episode 136: Why I Love the Chase Ink Business Cards
• VIDEO: Chase Sapphire Preferred vs Chase Sapphire Reserve Compared
• VIDEO: Capital One Venture X vs Chase Sapphire Preferred | Which Card to Use for Your Everyday Spending?

What's in store for us when it comes to travel in 2024? Lyn identifies 9 trends she expects to see this year including continued revenge travel, international travel, more and better travel rewards, better wifi, hotels versus vacation rentals and much more. 

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Related Podcasts:

• Episode 128: Should You Go for Southwest Elite Status
• Episode 147: Top Family US Destinations for 2024
• Episode 146: Top International Destinations for 2024

Where should you travel in 2024? Lyn together with Lesli Peterson of 365AtlantaTraveler.com share their picks for 6 great US destinations for families in 2024 including Colorado, Hawaii, Glacier National Park, Huntsville Alabama, Las Vegas and San Diego.

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Resources:

• 365AtlantaTraveler.com
• 32 Incredible Things to Do in Las Vegas
• What to Do in San Diego: The Complete List for 2024
• 7 Top Tips for Visiting America's National Parks
• 19 Incredible Things to Do in Hawaii

Related Episodes:

• Episode 119: There's Something About San Diego: My Guide to This SoCal Gem
• Episode 74: Colorado Rocks! Why Colorado Ranks as 1 of My Top Destinations for Families 
• Episode 28: Oh the Places We've Gone! My Family's Top 15 Bucket List Adventures Flying Free
• Episode 65: Kauai for Families: Everything You Need to Know About the Garden Isle

What international destinations should you consider visiting in 2024? Lyn shares her recommendations including Costa Rica, Paris, Grand Cayman, Ireland and Sicily.

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Additional Resources:

• Italy Travel Tips: 35 Things You Need to Know
• 50 Magical Things to Do in Rome
• How We Flew 4 People to Grand Cayman for Free
• Kimpton Seafire Resort & Spa: A Paradise in the Caribbean
• Costa Rica: Everything You Need to Know About This Tropical Getaway
• 12 Firsthand Hacks to Save Money on a Trip to Paris
• A Family Guide to Exploring Dublin

How much did Lyn's family save flying and staying free in 2023? She totals up their savings across 10 trips to 8 different destinations for you in this episode and explains how you can do the same. 

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