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Wonderland on Points | Credit Card Rewards & Budget Travel | Presented by Yahoo! Travel

Mary Ellen and Jo

A show where two adventurous moms share everything they have learned about traveling on credit card points and how to explore the world on a budget.

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  • 23 episodes
  • a few times a week
  • Avg 40 min
  • English
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  • S1 · E220
    June 3 · 22 min

    220. Midweek Mini: Creative Ways to "Set It and Forget It" and Earn Points

    In this episode, we share some of our favorite easy ways to earn more points and miles without spending extra money. We walk through account linkings that many travelers overlook, including ways to earn rewards on things you're already doing like booking Airbnb stays, grabbing Starbucks, using Lyft, and more. We also compare Joanna's recent cash stay in Mexico to previous points stays and discuss when it makes sense to splurge and when it doesn't. Along the way, we chat about airport lounge access, Priority Pass perks, and practical strategies for stretching your points further while still creating incredible travel experiences. Mentioned in this Episode: Aero Movil Transport Girl's Trip Interest Form (April 7-10, 2027) Summer Road Trip Submissions ARE BACK! Rakuten- Mary Ellen (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS) Rakuten- Joanna (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS) Find Us On Online: Sign Up for the Y! Wonder Travel Newsletter Wonderland on Points Youtube Channel Mary Ellen | Jo Facebook Group Affiliate Links: Comfrt.com 15% OFF Seats.Aero Cardpointers Halara (use code "Wonderland" for 10% off) Our Favorite Credit Cards Our Favorite Travel Necessities We receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

  • S1 · E219
    June 1 · 43 min

    219. A Medical Emergency in Cabo—and the Credit Card That Saved The Day

    In this episode, we sit down with Carol Foster to hear the incredible story of how a vacation in Cabo turned into a medical nightmare that required an evacuation! What could have become a financial disaster ended up being covered thanks to the travel protections included with her Chase Sapphire Reserve card, saving her from tens of thousands of dollars in expenses. Carol shares what happened, how the process worked, and what she learned from navigating this crisis while traveling internationally. We also discuss why travel insurance and credit card travel protections are some of the most overlooked tools in the points and miles world. This episode is packed with practical lessons about emergency preparedness, travel insurance, medical coverage abroad, and protecting yourself when the unexpected happens. It's a powerful reminder that sometimes the most valuable travel benefit isn't the points you earn—it's the protection you hope you'll never need. Mentioned in this Episode: Carol on Instagram Carol on Facebook Full CSP Episode Episode with Lisa Comfrt.com 15% OFF Chase Sapphire Link-Mary Ellen Chase Sapphire Link- Joanna Find Us On Online: Sign Up for the Y! Wonder Travel Newsletter Wonderland on Points Youtube Channel Mary Ellen | Jo Facebook Group Affiliate Links: Seats.Aero Cardpointers Halara (use code "Wonderland" for 10% off) Our Favorite Credit Cards Our Favorite Travel Necessities We receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

  • S1 · E218
    May 27 · 24 min

    218. Midweek Mini: A New Way to Earn 10X on Everyday Spending? Plus What We Booked Before the Devaluation!

    In this Midweek Mini, we’re diving into all the latest points and miles news, including recent devaluations, smart booking strategies, and the new PAZE platform that has everyone talking. We share the trips we’ve been booking lately, what Hyatts we locked in before the devaluation, and the strategies we’re personally using to maximize our points right now. We also talk through creative ways to stack rewards with gift cards, DashPass, and high multipliers, plus a few credit card tricks that could help you hit sign-up bonuses faster. From Hyatt changes to Chase Sapphire Reserve updates and upcoming travel plans, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you stretch your points further and stay ahead of the constant changes in the travel world. Girl's Trip Interest Form (April 7-10, 2027) Mentioned in this Episode: Summer Road Trip Submissions ARE BACK! Chase Sapphire Link-Mary Ellen Chase Sapphire Link- Joanna Rakuten- Mary Ellen (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS) Rakuten- Joanna (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS) Find Us On Online: Sign Up for the Y! Wonder Travel Newsletter Wonderland on Points Youtube Channel Mary Ellen | Jo Facebook Group Affiliate Links: Seats.Aero Cardpointers Halara (use code "Wonderland" for 10% off) Tobiq 15% Our Favorite Credit Cards Our Favorite Travel Necessities We receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

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