Iceland & Hawaii: Trip Reports and Travel Hacks

Iceland & Hawaii: Trip Reports and Travel Hacks

Author: Chris Hutchins November 13, 2024 Duration: 59:49
#201: Chris and Amy recap all the takeaways and planning tactics from two recent trips to Iceland (with All the Hacks listeners and the Big Island of Hawaii. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/iceland-hawaii-trip-recap Partner Deals DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned ATH Podcast Iceland Trip 2025: Sign Up Hotel Upgrade Program Ep #115: Iceland: Planning an Epic Adventure with Brandon Presser Ep #66: Rental Cars: Saving Money, Avoiding Fees and All the Secret Tricks with Jonathan Weinberg Chris + Amy AMA: Submit Questions Email us for questions, tips, deals and feedback Iceland Hot Springs Hvammsvík Blue Lagoon West Snæfellsnes Peninsula Hótel Búðir Reykjavík The Icelandic Punk Museum The Icelandic Phallological Museum Restaurants: Sumac Grill+Drinks | ÓX Icelandic Hot Dog: Bæjarins Beztu South Thórsmörk Skálakot Manor Hotel and Horseback Riding Tours Traveling to Iceland with points & miles in 2024 Top Super Jeep Tours in Iceland Travel Backpacks by Tortuga Hawaii Kids Travel Gear JetKids™ by Stokke® BedBox™ RideSafer Travel Vest Hotels Mauna Lani Fairmont Orchid Food & Drinks Lava Lava Beach Club Da Poke Shack On the Rocks National Car Rental: Emerald Club Benefits Southwest Family Boarding Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:20) Overall Thoughts on Iceland (05:37) Our Hot Springs Experience (07:43) The Magical Northern Lights (10:01) Eating Fermented Shark (10:52) Why It’s Important to Meet the Locals (11:52) Walking Around Reykjavik (15:15) Icelandic Hot Dogs: Bæjarins Beztu (19:34) Traveling Around Iceland in Super Jeeps (21:53) The Types of Waterfalls Across Iceland (23:47) The Uniqueness of Icelandic Culture (28:29) Travel Logistics in Iceland (34:06) Expenses & Payment Options in Iceland (37:50) ATH Iceland Trip 2025 (40:41) Intro to the Hawaii Trip (41:53) The Best Ways to Fly to Hawaii (46:28) Southwest Family Boarding Trick (47:52) Renting Cars in Hawaii (51:17) Properties We Stayed at in Hawaii (54:44) Food: Room Service, Kids Menu & Fine Dining (58:05) Free & Unique Hotel Perks (1:00:23) Fun Activities and Spots in Hawaii Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever feel like there's a smarter, more efficient way to navigate your finances, your travels, and your daily routines? That's the core question driving All the Hacks: Money, Points & Life. Hosted by Chris Hutchins, this podcast is built on a simple, powerful idea: maximizing value doesn't mean sacrificing enjoyment. Instead, it's about the strategic choices that free up resources-both money and time-for what truly matters. Chris approaches life as a series of systems to be optimized, drawing from his own experience saving millions through meticulous analysis. The conversations here are practical and wide-ranging, moving seamlessly from credit card points strategies and investment philosophies to the less tangible hacks for personal fulfillment. You'll hear from a diverse roster of experts and icons, including Tim Ferriss, Tony Hawk, Codie Sanchez, and Gary Vaynerchuk, who all bring their unique perspectives on building wealth and designing a compelling life. Each episode feels like a focused workshop, offering actionable advice you can use immediately, whether it's planning a luxury vacation for a fraction of the cost or rethinking your approach to career and leisure. This isn't just about frugality; it's about unlocking freedom and excitement through smarter decisions. Tune in for a consistently insightful blend of tactical moves and deeper conversations that challenge the conventional trade-offs between spending, saving, and living well.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

All the Hacks: Money, Points & Life
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The Custom Everything Era with Kevin Rose [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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#275: Chris and Kevin dig into how they're actually using AI tools in their daily lives right now. They explore real-world AI use cases, the tradeoffs of sharing personal data, the collapse of trust online, and what all…
The Surprising History of Points and Miles [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:25
#274: Chris walks through the complete history of points and miles and breaks down the $140 billion machine behind them, so you can get more out of every point you earn. He covers the legal accidents that made credit car…
Stop Overthinking and Start Deciding with Derek Sivers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:52:11
#273: Learn to stop overthinking and make better decisions. Chris and Derek discuss how optimizing can go wrong, a coin flip trick for making decisions, journaling as a superpower, how your actions might reveal what you…
My Process for Booking Travel with Points & Miles [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:29
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How to Actually Live the Life You're Optimizing For with Sahil Bloom [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:41
#271: Learn why over-optimizing your life can quietly destroy the things you actually care about. Chris and Sahil explore the doorman fallacy, why big life decisions should happen fast, how to use AI as a thinking partne…
Ski Trip Mishaps, AI Interior Design, Reflecting on Life and More [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:15
#270: Chris and Amy discuss lessons from three ski trips with kids, using AI to redesign rooms on a budget, their favorite new gadgets, navigating high-deductible health plans, and more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://…
Credit Cards: What's in My Wallet for 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:45
#267: Chris reviews his credit card lineup for 2026, sharing which cards he's keeping and canceling and why. He also covers how to evaluate annual fees, the best cards across major spending categories, and the apps he us…
Why Change Is Hard and How to Make It Your Advantage with Maya Shankar [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:22
#266: Chris and Maya break down the science-backed tools that make change easier and more intentional. They explore why most people misunderstand change, how to anchor your identity to your deeper “why,” and practical to…