71. Award Shows, Disney Magic, and Scottish Castles: Travel Mom Squad's Recent Journeys

Points Talk with the Travel Mom Squad

Alex, Pam and Jess

Places & Travel, Education, Society & Culture, How To

4.9 • 734 Ratings

🗓️ 9 April 2024

⏱️ 46 minutes

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Summary

In this episode, we're whisking you away on a global adventure from the vibrant streets of Austin, Texas, to the magical world of Disneyland, and across the pond to the historic landscapes of Scotland. Join us, the Travel Mom Squad (Pam, Jess, and Alex), as we dish out the details of our latest journeys, all fueled by the power of points and miles.

Austin, Texas - iHeart Podcast Awards

First up, Pam and Alex hit Austin for the iHeart Podcast Awards. Nominated for Best Travel Podcast, we share the excitement, the glamour, and yes, a little bit of the nerves that come with walking the red carpet. From dressing dilemmas to rubbing elbows with celebrities (or nearly missing them), this trip was a whirlwind of emotions and an unforgettable experience. And though we didn't snag the award this time, we left with full hearts and even funnier stories.

Disneyland - A Dream Come True

Next, Alex takes us to the happiest place on earth - Disneyland. This wasn't just any trip; it was a carefully planned adventure on a budget. Staying at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach before heading to the magic of Disney, we had beach days, park days, and everything in between.

Scotland - A Journey Back in Time

Jess wraps up our travel tales with her family's trip to Scotland, a land rich in history and breathtaking views. Flying with Singapore Airlines in premium economy, they started their journey in the vibrant city of Edinburgh before venturing to a real-life castle, Schloss Roxburghe. Jess shares how they maximized points for stays in historic hotels, navigated the scenic train rides, and soaked in the culture and beauty of Scotland. From Edinburgh Castle to the oldest pub in Scotland, this trip was a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.

We've had a blast and can't wait to share all the tips, tricks, and laughs from these trips. Whether you're dreaming of your next big adventure or just looking for inspiration to use those points and miles, we've got you covered.

So, what are you waiting for? Dive into our travel stories, get inspired, and start planning your next journey. Hit play to join us on these incredible adventures and maybe start plotting your own!

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Links From This Episode:

Kimpton Charlotte Square: https://www.kimptoncharlottesquare.com/
Schloss Roxburghe: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/scotland-united-kingdom/schloss-roxburghe/edidr?src=corp_lclb_gmb_seo_edidr
Edinburgh Castle Tour: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/311241
The Spence Afternoon Tea: https://gleneagles.com/townhouse/eat-drink/the-spence/
Sheep Heid Inn: https://www.thesheepheidedinburgh.co.uk/#/

Episode Minute By Minute:

0:45 Excitement about our podcast award nomination and all the fun (and surprises) in Austin.
04:54 Alex spills on taking the kids to Disneyland with points and miles - magic on a budget!
14:54 Jess shares her love for Scotland, weaving points and miles into another unforgettable journey.
44:26 Wrapping up with our favorite moments and an invite to swap travel tales in the Travel Mom Squad community.

Transcript

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0:00.0	Austin, Texas, Disneyland, and Scotland.
0:03.1	Not three things that usually go together, but today they do.
0:06.8	Each of us is sharing our recent trips to these destinations.
0:10.2	Keep listening to hear about each one.
0:13.2	Welcome to Points Talk with the Travel Mom Squad.
0:15.9	We are three moms who've discovered how to leverage credit card welcome offers to get hundreds of
0:21.5	thousands of dollars of travel expenses for nearly free. We've used credit card points of miles
0:26.4	to take vacations to places like Hawaii, Paris, Greece, Maldives, Japan, and so much more.
0:32.8	And the best part, we each still have 800 plus credit scores. Imagine being able to take the vacation of your
0:39.0	dreams for nearly free. It's totally possible and we're here to show you how. Hey, I'm Alex. And I'm Pam,
0:47.4	Alex's mom. And I'm Jess. Let's talk points. Today we're sharing some of our most recent trips. First, Pam is going to talk all about
0:57.2	getting to attend the IHeart podcast awards. Alex is going to share about her recent trip to Disneyland.
1:04.5	And then I'll finish things off with my most recent trip to Scotland. So Pam, kick us off. I was very sad to miss the I Heart
1:14.5	Podcast Awards and really jealous. I couldn't go. It looked like a blast. But tell us how you and
1:22.0	Alex got there, where it was, and all the details. So we really missed you, Jess, but you were there with us in spirit.
1:30.4	I think Alex Scott Award that we were nominated for the Best Travel Podcast and the I-Hart
1:38.2	podcast awards.
1:40.2	And we were kind of floored, to be honest.
1:43.5	We're just three moms who sometimes record, many times we've recorded just in our closets.
1:49.4	We've kind of graduated where we now are actually sitting at desk.
1:52.7	But we've had this podcast for just a little, maybe a year and a half.
1:57.9	So we were very honored and very surprised by this award.
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