This Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast episode features a trip report on a Las Vegas double birthday celebration with guest Mandi Johnson.
Highlights include maximizing dining and spa credits, leveraging tier matches for free rewards, and enjoying quality dining at low or no cost. Upcoming travel plans, event appearances, and recent credit card approvals are also discussed, showcasing the potential of credit card rewards to enhance and add travel experiences. Learn how to make money, save money, and travel at low cost.
00:00 Introduction to Low-Cost Travel
00:49 Las Vegas Double Birthday Trip Overview
01:20 Announcements and Upcoming Events
03:04 Welcome Mandi Johnson
03:54 Birthday Rewards and Vegas Adventures
04:56 Points Strategies
07:20 Exploring Las Vegas: Food and Fun
08:17 Maximizing Rewards and Benefits
11:26 Wynn and Fontainebleau Experiences
18:31 Dining Adventures and Freebies
26:20 MyVegas Freeplay Success
30:41 Maximizing Grocery Spending with Multiple Cards
31:15 Gift Card Reselling
31:29 MGM MasterCard Rewards and Quirks
32:07 Dining in Vegas at low to no cost
32:39 Caesars and MGM Tier Matching
33:52 Vegas Hotel Stays and Points Optimization
42:30 Phone Army and MyVegas Games
45:34 Recent Credit Card Approvals and Strategies
54:03 Cruise Plans and Other Travels for 2025
59:46 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts
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