The points-and-miles world is full of opinions about getting the absolute maximum value from every single point. And while that advice can be helpful, sometimes you just have to block out the noise, ignore the spreadsheets, and book the trip anyway. Even if it is not the most optimal redemption on paper. The entire point […]

Disney fans have long had a couple of co-branded credit card options through Chase. Now there’s a new higher-tier option: the Disney® Inspire Visa® Card. With a steeper annual fee and a larger welcome bonus than the existing Disney cards, it’s designed for travelers who visit Disney destinations regularly. But does it actually deliver enough […]

This reader success story comes from Crystal all about her recent Disney World adventure! Here is her story: We just came back from our very first Disney trip two weeks ago—booked almost entirely on points and miles—and I have you ladies to thank! I’ve never been a “Disney person” (I had actually never been at […]

What should you consider when choosing between the new Disney Cruise Wish class ships? In this episode, Alex and Jess are joined by Megan to continue their comparison of the Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, and Disney Destiny. After sharing first impressions in part one, they now dive into the experiences that shape your trip once […]

I’ve always thought cruises weren’t for me. Being trapped on a boat didn’t sound like my idea of fun, and neither did crowds or the germs that come with them. But then Disney invited my family to a media preview sailing on its newest cruise ship, the Disney Destiny. It felt like the perfect opportunity […]

What should you expect when you step onto Disney’s newest Wish class ships for the very first time? In this episode, Alex and Jess are joined by Megan to compare their recent sailings on the Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, and Disney Destiny. They share their first impressions of each ship and explore how the theming, […]

This past weekend, Disney hosted our family aboard the Disney Wish, and wow, what an adventure! We spent three nights aboard the ship on our sailing to the Bahamas (and three nights definitely didn’t feel like enough)! Narrowing down our favorite parts wasn’t easy, but here are the five things we’ll be talking about for […]

For Capital One products listed on this page, some of the above benefits are provided by Visa® or Mastercard® and may vary by product. See the respective Guide to Benefits for details, as terms and exclusions apply. There are traditional ways to save on a Disney cruise—sail at off-peak times, get an inside or guaranteed […]

In this episode, Jess and Alex are sharing all the magic, insights, and travel tips they brought back from a recent media event at Walt Disney World. From exclusive behind-the-scenes tours to exciting new ticket and resort updates, they’re joined by Megan—Points Talk Squad’s Disney expert—to talk about how to make a Disney trip more […]

Our latest reader success story comes from Kayla, and it’s all about the “happiest place on earth”—Disneyland.  Here is Kayla’s reader success story to Disneyland.   Using credit card points and miles for discounted trips was something I hadn’t heard of before July 2022. Fast forward to March 2023, and my family of 4 was […]

Our readers love Disney on points and miles! It is one of people’s favorite places to go to after getting into using credit card points and miles to reduce their travel expenses.  Disneyland and Disney World are known for well-produced shows, parades, and character interactions. The parks cater to people of all ages, creating a […]

One of our frequent readers, Rylie, shared her reader success story to Disney World with us. Yet again, Rylie has found success with credit card points and miles and created wonderful memories with her family!   Here’s her story: Disney Encore Five years ago, I embarked on my first adventure in the world of miles […]

Welcome back, Disney lovers! In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most magical places on earth—Disney World—and sharing how you can save big using points and miles. We’re joined by a familiar face (or voice!), Megan, who you may remember from previous episodes where she shared her family’s European adventures and Olympic travel […]

There are a lot of Disney World fans among our readers. At least a few times a week, in our  Facebook Group, we get questions like “How to go to Disney World on the cheap?”, “Best way to use points for Disney World”, and “Best tips for Disney theme park tickets?”. Walt Disney World is […]

As someone who aims to visit all six of the Disney Parks, I couldn’t go to Japan without visiting Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea. This was Disney Castle #5 of 6 for me, and I could barely contain my excitement! The Tokyo Disney parks are located in the Tokyo Bay area of the city. It’s about an […]

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 Points Talk Squad (Pam, Jess, and Alex), as we dish out the details of our latest journeys, all […]

We just returned from Huntington Beach and Disneyland on points and miles. This time, we took another squad with us—five of the cutest, confident cousins who let us tag along on their adventures and pick up the bill. They range in age from eight to twelve, and all of them remind us that they are […]

Welcome to Points Talk with the Points Talk Squad podcast! Today Jess spills the beans on some incredible tips and tricks for saving money and making the most of points on Disney cruises. So, grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and let’s dive in!   Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Watch on […]

I’m a sucker for Disneyland because it’s much easier to do on points and miles than Disney World! There are so many hotel options on points within walking distance of the park entrance. My family has gone to Disneyland three times on points and miles. Here’s our favorite way to do it for Friday Family […]

Hi, I’m Samantha from almostfreetraveling.com, an expert on using credit card points/mile to Disneyland using points and miles. Today we’re looking at four different ways to use credit card bonuses to purchase Disney park tickets on points.    Citi Premier Citi offers 60,000 Citi Thankyou Rewards Points as a welcome offer for opening the Citi Premier […]

  Pretty much every kid wants to visit the “Happiest Place on Earth,” and many parents want to see the magic in their kid’s eyes as they experience Disneyland for the first time. But do you know what’s not so magical about the “Happiest Place on Earth”? How expensive it is!! Luckily, there are ways […]