How to Win at Travel with “The Points Guy” Brian Kelly

How to Win at Travel with “The Points Guy” Brian Kelly

Author: Jason Moore March 11, 2025 Duration: 1:23:39
Are you leaving free travel on the table? Brian Kelly, aka The Points Guy, is one of the world’s leading experts on travel and loyalty programs. What started as a blog in 2010 has become a massive platform helping millions of travelers maximize rewards and travel smarter.  In his new book How to Win at Travel, Brian shares everything he’s learned about the game of travel, from leveraging airline and credit card points to planning your dream itinerary so you can experience the world in ways you never thought possible. Brian joins me to talk about why playing the points game is about more than just free flights—it’s a strategy for life. He also shares how he turned a side hustle into a travel empire and opens up about his experience growing up in a small town and coming out after college. Whether you're a travel hacking pro or just getting started, this episode will reframe how you think about points and miles as a financial tool. Brian breaks it all down in a way that makes sense, showing you how to turn travel into a strategic investment while revealing lesser-known perks and insider tips that will allow you to travel smarter and truly win at travel. PLUS, you’re going to hear the 5th and final installment of our Five Best Road Trips in the USA mini-series. I saved the best for last!  What’s your biggest travel hack or points win? I'd love to hear about it, and I hope you’ll share by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now! Tune In To Learn: Why being authentic will always reign supreme in life and business Why Brian is passionate about Peace Jam and giving back through travel Why points are not only an extremely powerful tool but an important safety net The biggest mistakes people make with points and miles and how to avoid wasting your rewards How to reframe stressful travel with a “karma points” mindset and have better experiences The four main loyalty program structures and how understanding them can help you redeem points for maximum value The one travel insurance mistake that could cost you big time Hidden gem destinations you should add to your bucket list And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Visit The Points Guy Grab the book How to Win at Travel Want More? How To Take More Vacations by Booking Better, Cheaper Flights With Scott Keyes When Is the Best Time to Book a Flight (In 2024) With Christie Hudson Work Exchange: How to Travel with Purpose with Ricardo Lima from Worldpackers Thanks To Our Sponsors Defender - Explore the full lineup at landroverusa.com. Unbound Merino - Use code ‘TRAVEL10’ to get 10% off your Unbound Merino order. Saily - Go to saily.com/zerototravel and download the SAILY app - use the code ‘zerototravel’ at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. Booking.com - Book your next stay and find exactly what you’re looking for on booking.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Moore hosts the Zero To Travel Podcast, a long-running conversation that goes far beyond simple destination guides. It’s a deep dive into the intersection of travel, life, and work, exploring how movement shapes our understanding of society, culture, and business. Each episode feels like a candid talk with a fascinating friend, whether that’s a seasoned nomad, an entrepreneur building a location-independent life, or an expert sharing unconventional wisdom. You’ll hear tangible strategies for making travel a sustainable part of your reality, no matter your budget or starting point. The show has earned its reputation, recognized by major publications and downloaded millions of times, precisely because it focuses on the transformative mindset shifts as much as the practical logistics. Tuning in, you get the sense that this podcast is really about designing freedom. The stories and advice collectively build a toolkit for seeing the world-and your place in it-differently, encouraging you to move from dreaming to doing on your own terms.
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