The Upgraded Points Podcast
The Upgraded Points Podcast
Podcast Description
Want to travel more and spend less? Every week, Upgraded Points provides expert insights, travel hacks, and the latest industry news to help you maximize your points and miles like a pro. Hosted by Chris Hassan and Katie Corrigan Seemann, travel experts at Upgraded Points, this podcast breaks down the best strategies for booking luxury flights, scoring hotel upgrades, and making every trip unforgettable — all without breaking the bank.
Expect insider tips, real-world trip breakdowns, and answers to your biggest travel questions. Whether you're a points and miles beginner or a seasoned expert, we’ll help you travel smarter, save money, and unlock next-level adventures.
Email us at [email protected]
Subscribe now and Travel Different.
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Focused on maximizing travel experiences through points and miles, with specific episodes discussing topics such as navigating changes in Southwest Airlines policies, utilizing hotel free night certificates, and insider tips on achieving luxury travel on a budget.
Want to travel more and spend less? Every week, Upgraded Points provides expert insights, travel hacks, and the latest industry news to help you maximize your points and miles like a pro. Hosted by Chris Hassan and Katie Corrigan Seemann, travel experts at Upgraded Points, this podcast breaks down the best strategies for booking luxury flights, scoring hotel upgrades, and making every trip unforgettable — all without breaking the bank.
Expect insider tips, real-world trip breakdowns, and answers to your biggest travel questions. Whether you’re a points and miles beginner or a seasoned expert, we’ll help you travel smarter, save money, and unlock next-level adventures.
Email us at [email protected]
Subscribe now and Travel Different.
Most people pack their carry-on the same way every trip and wonder why they always run out of space. In this episode, Chris and Katie share the hacks that actually make a difference, from why packing cubes might be hurting you in your roller bag to how coordinating colors before you pack changes everything.
They cover roller bag strategy, personal item essentials, what to always have accessible on the plane, and the exact bags they are currently traveling with after years of heavy use.
Plus, the new Chase Freedom Flex 5% categories are live for the quarter, and Katie stacks three Hilton card credits on a Conrad Las Vegas stay.
Chapters:
00:00 The Upgraded Points Podcast Episode 78
01:12 New Freedom Flex Card 5% categories
02:23 Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts World
06:46 Carry-on roller bags
07:17 Packing cubes vs. packing flat
10:56 Travel toiletry bags
12:17 Packing for a winter trip
14:47 Headphones hack
16:16 Charging cords pouch
18:18 The carry-on gear we actually use
New Chase Freedom Flex 5%-7% Bonus Categories [Q4: October to December]
https://upgradedpoints.com/news/chase-freedom-5x-categories/
Conrad Las Vegas Review:
https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/hotels/conrad-las-vegas-review/
Monos Carry-On Pro & Monos Checked-In Medium Luggage Review
https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/monos-luggage-review/
Creators & Guests
- Katie Corrigan Seemann – Host
- Christopher Hassan – Host
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