Geobreeze Travel

Julia Menez

A show for anyone looking to level up their award travel lifestyle! Points strategy coach and speaker, Julia Menez, interviews award travelers from all walks of life about their points and miles stories and secrets. You won't find these by simply Googling "best points and miles blog."

The Geobreeze Travel podcast features interviews with a diverse population of award travelers, including voices that are normally underrepresented in larger points and miles blogs and media (e.g. women and people of color). Because everyone should get to talk about traveling for next to no cost.

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Thursday · 10 min
How to Find Cheap Flights in 2026 (What Actually Works)
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Flight Deal Myths 00:37 Incognito Window Explained 03:00 Fare Buckets Basics 04:00 Best Time to Book 05:45 Flexibility Beats Timing 06:37 What Counts as a Deal 07:32 Positioning Flights Strategy 09:36 Search Smarter on Google Flights 09:58 Picking Cheaper Travel Days 10:29 Wrap Up and Key Takeaways You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards You can find Ashley at: ➤ Website: https://ashleygetsaround.com/ ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleygetsaround/ Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
Wednesday · 13 min
Best Ways to Use JetBlue Points in 2027
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Big JetBlue Points Win 00:28 Transfer Bonus News 01:17 How TrueBlue Awards Work 02:04 Rove Search and Earning 02:40 Condor Business to Frankfurt 05:11 Condor Connections Beyond 06:23 Qatar Qsuite Sweet Spot 07:39 Icelandair and Cheap JetBlue 09:30 Redemptions to Avoid 11:57 How to Book Step by Step 13:21 Final Recap and Next Video You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
Tuesday · 36 min
Best Shopping Portals for Black Friday 2026 with Avneesh from savewise | Ep 314
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Best Day To Shop 00:19 Meet SaveWise Founder 02:41 Top Shopping Portals 05:08 Capital One Offers Explained 07:25 Why TopCashback Wins 08:29 Portal Picks By Category 10:05 Monday Deal Pattern 11:28 Groceries And Dining 12:32 Gift Card Stacking 14:08 Smart Deal Alerts 15:52 SaveWise Wallet Demo 20:28 Coupon Clipper Demo 22:56 Reminders And Alerts 24:02 Giftcardscom Strategy 25:05 Product Search Future 31:22 Community And Guides 34:09 Amex Offer Surprises 35:17 Pricing And Wrap Up You can find savewise and Avneesh at: ➤ Website: https://getsavewise.com/ ➤ iOS app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/savewise/id6740288292 ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getsavewise ➤ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avneeshkohli/ You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
Monday · 14 min
Atmos Summit vs Ascent: Is the $395 Card Actually Worth It?
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Ascent vs Summit Overview 01:05 Welcome Offers and Fees 01:55 Companion Perks Breakdown 03:04 Summit Companion Rules 03:38 Should You Chase 100K 04:20 Core Card Perks 06:07 Earning Rates Compared 07:33 Status Points and Elite 08:51 Best Ways to Redeem 09:45 Real Award Booking Examples 11:48 How to Use Companion 12:34 Final Verdict and Strategy You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 29 · 11 min
Speedrun Earning American Airlines Executive Platinum
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Elite Same Day Change 00:31 Cheaper Ticket Hack 01:13 Seats and Upgrades 01:49 Earning Status Basics 02:14 Spend Based Points 02:50 Double Dip Earnings 03:35 Partner Flight Credits 03:49 Oneworld Distance Rules 04:29 Discount Premium Fares 05:37 Buying Status Math 06:14 AAdvantage Hotels Strategy 07:21 Boosting Hotel Multipliers 07:44 Instant Gold Shortcut 08:43 How Much Spend Needed 09:27 Cheap Mattress Runs 09:57 Testing and Risk Tips 10:40 Prepay to Avoid No Show 11:03 Wrap Up and Warnings You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards You can find Ben at: ➤ Website: https://bensbigdeal.com/ ➤ Instagram: https://instagram.com/bensbigdeal ➤ X: https://x.com/BenKomenkul Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 28 · 16 min
Before Your Bilt Card Switches in 2027, Watch This
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Big 2027 Changes 00:36 Flexible Mode Ending 02:01 How 1.25X Works 03:16 Palladium Obsidian Credits 05:10 Opt In vs Opt Out Math 07:44 Who Should Opt Out 09:16 Bilt Cash Expiration Update 09:53 New Hotel Cash Perks 10:27 Status Perks Upgrades 11:48 Daily Rewards Launch 13:05 What Points Are Worth 14:33 App Settings and Next Steps 14:54 Final Recap and Verdict You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 27 · 40 min
Reselling Gift Cards For Points with Logan from alignedincentiv.es | Ep 313
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Meet Logan Robinson 01:59 How Reselling Works 05:40 Margins And Market Forces 07:42 Best Cards And Clawbacks 10:05 Inventory Tracking Basics 12:45 Finding Deals And Reserving 15:17 Dollar General Loop Strategy 18:53 Stacking Portals And Offers 20:31 First Beginner Deal 22:20 Scanning And Upload Tools 23:23 Payouts And Cash Flow 26:32 Fraud Checks And Disputes 30:00 Taxes And Reporting 32:34 Weird Cashier Moments 36:27 How Much To Scale 39:14 Where To Sign Up 40:11 Final Thanks And Wrap You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards You can find Logan at: ➤ Website: https://alignedincentiv.es/ ➤ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganrobinson/ Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 26 · 10 min
Amex Gold Card Review 2026: Is the $325 Annual Fee Still Worth It?
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Card Intro 01:28 Welcome Offer Tips 02:14 Monthly Credits Breakdown 04:08 Do Credits Justify Fee 05:00 How I Use Gold 05:44 Gold vs Platinum Strategy 07:03 Transfer Partners Basics 07:19 Flying Blue Bonus Changes 08:52 Real Redemption Examples 09:58 Who Should Get It You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 22 · 10 min
The Secret Airline Hack to Fly Business Class for LESS Points (Fifth Freedom Flights)
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 What Fifth Freedom Means 00:51 Why These Routes Exist 02:12 Modern Airline Motivations 03:43 Passenger Perks and Awards 05:21 South America Fifth Freedom Hotspot 07:04 Best Value Redemptions 07:55 Favorite Routes Worldwide 08:36 Emirates A380 Tasman Hop 09:49 Zero Tax Mileage Redemption 10:34 Wrap Up and Fees Quirk You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 21 · 8 min
How to Fly Qatar Qsuites Business Class On Points (2026 Guide)
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Why Qsuites Rocks 00:58 Avios Explained 01:44 Qsuites Award Pricing 02:35 Real Booking Examples 03:35 Transfer Bonuses Overview 04:55 Bonus Math Breakdown 05:58 How to Book Step by Step 07:16 More Avios Sweet Spots 08:34 Wrap Up and Get Help You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 20 · 32 min
The AI Tool Trying to Simplify Points & Miles
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Why PointsGPT Exists 00:47 Meet Nima Builder Story 01:55 Points Redemption Wakeup Call 03:28 Spreadsheet Pain to AI Search 04:59 What PointsGPT Is Not 05:30 App Tour Filters Setup 06:19 Tokyo Cherry Blossom Demo 06:42 Airline Coverage Scraping Limits 09:25 What Counts as Good Deal 11:05 KrisFlyer Logic Feedback 13:20 One Search at a Time 14:21 Surprising User Wins 16:14 Booking Warnings Transfer Risks 18:00 AI Blind Spots Guardrails 20:03 Compared to Seats Aero Point Me 21:08 Positioning Airports Smart Search 25:00 Air France Mexico City Test 26:08 Pricing Free vs Pro 29:49 Human Help Concierge 31:55 Wrap Up Where to Try You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards You can find Neema and PointsGPT at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neema_bardi/ ➤ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neema-bardi/ ➤ X: https://x.com/neemabardi ➤ Website: https://pointsgpt.app/ ➤ iPhone app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pointsgpt/id6801944008 Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.\
October 19 · 12 min
Citi Strata Elite Review 2027: Is the $595 Fee Worth It?
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Why Citi Points 01:38 Welcome Offer Basics 02:05 Credits and Value Math 03:44 Citi Application Rules 04:16 Lounge Access Breakdown 05:30 Earning Rates Explained 07:01 Transfer Partners Overview 07:55 Limited Time Transfer Bonuses 09:20 Real Redemption Examples 12:06 Final Verdict Who It Fits You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 15 · 12 min
Rove Miles Explained: Earn Up to 25X on Hotels (Without Losing Your Status)
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Travel Topics Overview 00:09 Earning Rove Miles Basics 00:43 Hotel Booking Options 01:06 Loyalty Eligible Explained 03:26 Posting Times and Payments 04:28 Hyatt Stacking Example 06:01 Best Cards for Stacks 09:12 Flights and Transfer Partners 09:52 Miles and More Sweet Spots 12:25 Lufthansa First Class Awards You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 14 · 6 min
How to Book Japan Airlines Business Class with Points (Step-by-Step)
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 JAL Biz Class Deal 00:50 Create JAL Account 01:14 60 Day Waiting Rule 01:38 Who You Can Book 02:10 Find Award Seats 02:33 Pricing and Examples 03:32 Transfer Points Strategy 04:36 How to Transfer 05:11 Book and Expiration 05:46 Recap and Deadlines 06:14 Next Steps and Q&A You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 13 · 13 min
Which Premium Credit Cards Are Actually Worth It?
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Nick's go-to premium cards 00:42 Why the Sapphire Reserve stays in his wallet 01:09 The travel protection that paid off 01:50 How he handles overlapping credits 04:19 Are Amex FHR hotel credits worth it? 06:32 How Nick keeps track of every credit 07:50 The simple option: Capital One Venture X 09:20 Is the Bilt Palladium worth it? 12:25 Advice if you're new to premium cards You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 12 · 13 min
2026 AMEX Platinum Review: Is the Annual Fee Worth It?
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Amex Platinum Price Shock 00:26 Who This Card Fits 01:41 Welcome Offer Tips 02:33 Easy Credits Breakdown 03:34 Lifestyle Credits Reality Check 05:10 Enrollment and Setup 05:30 Lounges and Elite Status 06:18 Earning Points Strategy 07:24 Transfer Partners and Bonuses 09:28 Real Redemption Examples 12:09 Transfer Rules and Warnings 12:46 Final Verdict Who Should Get It You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 8 · 11 min
How to Buy Airline Miles & Book Business Class Flights
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Buying Points Overview 00:18 Air France Sale Strategy 01:49 Math on Miami Deal 03:11 Who Should Buy Points 04:52 Find Space Before Buying 05:50 Beginner Economy Example 06:55 Hotel Points Plays 06:58 Hyatt and Choice Sweet Spots 09:06 LifeMiles Deals and Risks 10:48 Instant Points vs Transfers 11:14 Lufthansa First Class Jackpot 11:55 Wrap Up and Takeaways You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 8 · 10 min
Capital One Venture X Review: Welcome Bonus, Benefits & Is It Worth It?
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Venture X Overview 00:50 Venture vs Venture X 01:46 Welcome Offer Value 02:56 Earning Rates Breakdown 03:52 Portal Pros and Cons 04:29 Lounge Access Changes 05:34 Transfer Partners Basics 06:04 British Airways Bonus 06:21 Client Redemption Examples 08:33 Transfer Rules Warnings 09:02 Who Should Get It 09:44 Avios Strategy Wrap Up You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 7 · 6 min
50% Transfer Bonus to Japan Airlines! The Best Rove Miles Deals This October
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 October Transfer Bonuses 00:29 What Is Rove 01:09 Japan Airlines Bonus 02:03 JAL Booking Tips 02:30 Flying Blue Bonus 02:52 Delta Sweet Spots 03:18 Qatar Tiered Bonus 04:16 Three Transfer Rules 04:35 Deadlines And Help 05:09 Ranking And Recap 05:37 Final Call To Action You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
October 6 · 40 min
Saving Accounts That Pay You in Points with James&Jennifer from Symphony | Ep 311
Register for our free masterclass on the tools you need to level up your points game https://webinar.geobreezetravel.com/?utm_source=youtube Timestamps: 00:00 Saving Rewards Vision 00:30 Meet the Founders 03:46 How Symphony Points Work 05:35 Transfer Partners Roadmap 07:45 Why Points Beat Cash 09:44 Taxes and Point Valuation 10:54 Savings vs Credit Cards 13:33 Safety and Insurance 17:07 Who Symphony Is For 19:45 User Stats and Growth 21:41 How 5 Percent Stays Fixed 23:15 Bonuses and No Caps 24:42 Behind the Scenes Pricing 32:22 Future of Points and Product 36:45 New Travel Portal Tease 38:37 Where to Sign Up 39:11 Final Thanks and Wrap You can find Julia at: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geobreezetravel/ ➤ Credit card links: https://www.geobreezetravel.com/cards You can find James, Jennifer, and Symphony at: ➤ Symphony website: https://www.symphony.io/ ➤ Symphony on the App Store (iOS): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/symphony-save-earn/id6758022445 ➤ James Berry LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-g-berry/ ➤ Jennifer Styles LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-styles/ Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content of this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.

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