73. Singapore to Kuala Lumpur: A Points-Fueled Journey Through Asia's Icons

Points Talk with the Travel Mom Squad

Alex, Pam and Jess

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

4.9 • 734 Ratings

🗓️ 23 April 2024

⏱️ 56 minutes

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Summary

Ever wondered what it's like to jet off to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur on a whim? Well, strap in because that's exactly what we did, and we're spilling all the details on how we turned points into a spectacular adventure. Join us, Pam, Jess, and Alex, as we recount our journey from scoring an insane deal on premium economy tickets to exploring the vibrant streets and stunning views of two of Asia's most dynamic cities.

Thanks to a lucky find by Alex, we grabbed tickets on a Singapore Airlines Global Redemption sale, scoring premium economy seats without the premium price tag. It was Jess's brilliant idea, and although skeptical at first, we were pleasantly surprised by how comfortable premium economy could be. Pam even vowed she might skip business class more often—well, maybe!

Our trip didn't stop in Singapore. A short flight later, courtesy of the same sale, we found ourselves in Kuala Lumpur, where the vibe is distinctly different but no less fascinating. From the dizzying heights of the Petronas Twin Towers to the colorful chaos of the Batu Caves, KL offered us a tapestry of experiences—all without costing a fortune. Our guide, armed with local knowledge and a comfy car, showed us the city's hidden gems, proving that the best tours aren't always the most expensive.

Both cities saw us staying in style at Hyatts thanks to our stash of points and a couple of suite upgrades. In Singapore, our suite at the Andaz was more than just a room—it was our sanctuary after long days of exploring. In KL, the Grand Hyatt treated us to stunning city views and a luxurious base from which to dive into our short but sweet visit.

Ready to jet off on your own points-fueled adventure to Asia or anywhere else your heart desires? Hit play to join our journey and maybe start plotting one of your own, and follow the links below! Remember, the world's just a few points away!

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Episode Minute By Minute:

0:30 Kicking off with how we snagged a deal on Singapore Airlines and planned our spontaneous adventure.
1:15 Flying high in premium economy: Our initial skepticism turns to surprise with the comfort and perks of flying just a notch below business.
2:48 Jess shares her nifty trick for early lounge access.
4:27 Touchdown Singapore! Our first impressions and how we made the most of our Hyatt stay with points and perks.
6:05 Kuala Lumpur calling...A hop over to KL with budget-friendly flights and our cultural deep dive with a local guide.
8:22 Luxe life at Hyatt properties in both cities, all on points.
10:34 Exploring the streets and sights from Gardens by the Bay in Singapore to the Batu Caves in KL, we share the must-dos and the must-sees.
15:02 How we maximized our travel rewards for a nearly free vacation and tips for your next points adventure.
17:30 How you can start planning your own points journey to Asia or beyond.

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0:00.0	Want to hear all about our recent trip to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur? Our adventures in Asia were made
0:05.0	possible by points and miles, and we can't wait to share how we made it happen. Listen and to hear
0:10.1	how we got there, where we stayed, and some of our favorite things we did. Welcome to points
0:15.3	talk with the travel mom squad. We are three moms who've discovered how to leverage credit
0:20.1	card welcome offers to get hundreds
0:22.1	of thousands of dollars of travel expenses for nearly free. We've used credit card points of miles
0:27.4	to take vacations to places like Hawaii, Paris, Greece, Maldives, Japan, and so much more. And the best
0:34.4	part, we each still have 800 plus credit scores.
0:38.0	Imagine being able to take the vacation of your dreams for nearly free.
0:41.7	It's totally possible and we're here to show you how.
0:45.6	Hey, I'm Alex.
0:47.4	And I'm Pam, Alex's mom.
0:49.8	And I'm Jess.
0:50.8	Let's talk points.
0:52.6	We just returned from a week-long trip to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
0:58.6	We had a blast. And thanks to a Singapore Airlines global redemption sale, we got one heck of a deal.
1:06.9	So, Pam, why don't you share more about the flights and what you thought of premium economy?
1:13.4	I know that you were, you and Alex were both, very skeptical of premium economy, very nervous.
1:20.3	I feel like going into these flights.
1:22.6	So give us the details on how we booked it and what you thought of it. Okay, so first of all,
1:29.7	the flight was leaving out of San Francisco. And so we all live in three different states. So we
1:35.7	all had to position to San Francisco the afternoon of the flight. Now, whenever we position
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