Never leave money on the table. This is your shortcut to upgrading your life, money and travel—all while spending less and saving more. Get tactical moves and deep dives into designing a life you’re excited about.
Host Chris Hutchins is a life hacker who has saved millions by breaking down every aspect of life and looking to maximize happiness at the lowest cost. Chris and guests like Tim Ferriss, Tony Hawk, Codie Sanchez and Gary Vaynerchuk are here to deliver smart strategies you can plug into your own life—from a money hack that increases your net worth, to a routine change that boosts your productivity.
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Never leave money on the table. This is your shortcut to upgrading your life, money and travel—all while spending less and saving more. Get tactical moves and deep dives into designing a life you’re excited about.
Host Chris Hutchins is a life hacker who has saved millions by breaking down every aspect of life and looking to maximize happiness at the lowest cost. Chris and guests like Tim Ferriss, Tony Hawk, Codie Sanchez and Gary Vaynerchuk are here to deliver smart strategies you can plug into your own life—from a money hack that increases your net worth, to a routine change that boosts your productivity.
Family Travel on Points: Tips, Tricks and Tactics with Nick Reyes
All the Hacks: Money, Points & Life
1 hour 25 minutes
1 week ago
Family Travel on Points: Tips, Tricks and Tactics with Nick Reyes
#252: Chris and Nick share strategies to make family travel affordable and stress-free with points and miles. They cover how to find multiple award seats, book business class for families, and their best tips for traveling with kids, from managing jet lag and delays to finding family-friendly hotels, must-have travel gear, and more.
Nick Reyes is a writer at Frequent Miler and co-host of the Frequent Miler On The Air podcast. He is an avid traveler who's been to 60+ countries and loves collecting points and miles.
Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/family-travel-nick-reyes
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Resources Mentioned
Nick Reyes: Frequent Miler | X | Podcast
A $50,000+ family trip to Europe, booked with miles and points
Kids in business class: Saving miles on child award tickets
Guide to Airline Companion Tickets
How to book Hyatt suites
How to book Vacasa Vacation Rentals with Wyndham points
Booking Cottages.com via Wyndham Rewards
Nick’s 2025 casino status strategy for free cruises
Grand Hotel Victoria on Lake Como
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RideSafer Travel Vest
Mobile Passport Control (MPC)
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Ep #167: Best Tools for Booking Hotels with Points & Miles
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Full Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(00:58) What People Get Wrong About Families Traveling Using Points
(02:53) Nick's Luxury Family Trip to Europe with Points
(06:30) Things to Consider When Booking Multiple Award Seats
(09:45) Booking Award Seats in Economy vs. Premium Economy
(13:55) Flying in Business Class with Kids
(17:55) Splitting Up the Family in Different Award Flights
(20:29) Buying Extra Economy Seats for More Space
(23:27) Prioritizing Sleep on International Flights
(28:43) Nick's Approach to Jet Lag
(30:47) Airline Discounts for Kids
(33:41) How Lap Infant Pricing Works
(36:36) The Best Airlines for Traveling with Kids
(39:08) Pooling Airline Miles with Children
(41:50) Leveraging Companion Passes/Fares for Family Travel
(45:06) Using Carry-On Vs. Checking Bags with Kids
(46:19) Accessories for Traveling with Young Kids
(50:28) Managing Delays and Other Irregularities When Traveling with Kids
(53:16) Why Lounge Access Is a Game Changer
(55:05) Fast Tracking Airport Entry with Kids
(57:11) Tactics Nick Uses to Book Hotels Internationally for His Family
(01:01:08) Booking Rooms with Points vs. Cash
(01:04:07) Emailing Your Hotel for an Upgrade
(01:05:44) Benefit of Having Kids Clubs at Hotels and Resorts
(01:07:53) Tips and Tricks to Book Vacation Rentals
(01:09:54) Transportation Tips When Traveling with Kids
(01:12:55) How Cruises Changed Nick's Travel Game
(01:17:31) Other Family Travel Tips & Tricks
(01:20:40) Planning Activities Around Your Kids' Interests
(01:23:07) Unusual Must-Haves for Trips with Kids
(01:25:22) Top Kid-Friendly Travel Destinations
(01:27:42) Where to Find Nick & His Work
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All the Hacks: Money, Points & Life
Never leave money on the table. This is your shortcut to upgrading your life, money and travel—all while spending less and saving more. Get tactical moves and deep dives into designing a life you’re excited about.
Host Chris Hutchins is a life hacker who has saved millions by breaking down every aspect of life and looking to maximize happiness at the lowest cost. Chris and guests like Tim Ferriss, Tony Hawk, Codie Sanchez and Gary Vaynerchuk are here to deliver smart strategies you can plug into your own life—from a money hack that increases your net worth, to a routine change that boosts your productivity.
