In today’s episode, we’re chatting about
- Why 2025 was an “amazing but too much” travel year—and the hard family conversations that forced a reset for 2026
- The mindset shift from chasing every deal to deciding what “enough” travel actually looks like
- A full breakdown of what’s booked for 2026—including Bora Bora, Asia, Mexico, Disney, and luxury US stays
- How points, free night certificates, companion passes, and credits are being stacked to save tens of thousands
- Why opening fewer cards can still unlock incredible travel—and how comparison culture gets this wrong
- Why diversifying hotel points and leaning into credits matters more than ever going forward
- Proof that you don’t need nonstop luxury travel to “do points right”—you just need a strategy that fits your life
📋 SHOW NOTES
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Rakuten Sign Up Bonus – New sign ups get $50 off after making $50 purchase in 1st 90 days
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