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Churn and Burn

A podcast delving into maximizing miles and points redemptions for international travel. We do trip reports, flight reviews, and hotel reviews, all bookable via miles and points! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/churnandburnpodcast/

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00:16:50

Quick Review: Waldorf Astoria Orlando

Churn and Burn ·

2024/12/11

I give a quick review of my five night stay at the Waldorf Orlando and give a few dining recommendations around Disney World. If you want to support the show, feel free to use my credit card referral links in the google doc below: https://tinyurl.com/bdezz6fn

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00:51:31

Dell Credit Liquidation Strategies with Justin Vacula...

Churn and Burn ·

2024/12/04

In my first crossover episode, I interview Justin about his origins in Points and Miles and get some of his thoughts on the hobby as a whole. Then, we dive into various methods for draining our pesky Amex Business Platinum Dell Credits. Whether you want to buy some useless (ish) junk, or actually liquidate those credits for cash back, we've got you covered!If you want to support the show, feel free to use my credit card referral links in the google doc below: https://tinyurl.com/bdezz6fn

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01:09:52

"Live" from Calala Island with Branden

Churn and Burn ·

2024/10/27

Okay, not live. But it was supposed to be! Branden reviews the highly sought after Hilton SLH resort in Calala Island and we discuss the highly controversial topic: "is it ever okay to leave P2 in a lesser aircraft cabin???"If you want to support the show, feel free to use my credit card referral links in the google doc below: https://tinyurl.com/bdezz6fn

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00:26:27

Grand Hyatt Washington (new renovation), White House...

Churn and Burn ·

2024/10/16

I give my thoughts on the newly renovated Grand Hyatt in Washington, the White House and Capital building tours and how to book them, and the newly opened DCA Airport Centurion Lounge! If you want to support the show, feel free to use my credit card referral links in the google doc below: https://tinyurl.com/bdezz6fn

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00:16:56

Park Hyatt Toronto and Centurion Lounge ATL Review

Churn and Burn ·

2024/09/26

A quick hit episode this week where I give a thorough review of the park Hyatt Toronto and discuss the state of lounges in the ATL International Airport. If you want to support the show, feel free to use my credit card referral links in the google doc below: https://tinyurl.com/bdezz6fn

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01:01:39

Peru, Machu Picchu, and Panama using the FHR "Be your...

Churn and Burn ·

2024/09/21

Brendan joins the show to recap his trip to Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, and Panama City using mostly FHR bookings. You don't need thousands of hotel points to succeed in this space! We also get his thoughts on LATAM business class and Copa airlines.

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00:42:01

Taylor Swift Eurotrip Arbitrage with Paul

Churn and Burn ·

2024/09/08

Paul returns to explain how he avoided a Cruel Summer by sending his family on two incredible trips to Europe to see Taylor Swift without paying the jaw dropping domestic prices that have made even the most devoted Swifties cringe.

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01:02:45

Swiss First Class and Park Hyatt Zurich (Guest Trip)

Churn and Burn ·

2024/08/26

Larry triumphantly returns to give his brutally honest take on Swiss First Class and how he booked a legendary unicorn award. He also reviews the Park Hyatt Zurich and shares his return flight woes with having to "settle" for Singapore Airlines Business class.

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00:51:49

Scotland, NYC, Jet Blue Mint, and the Bonvoy...

Churn and Burn ·

2024/08/16

I review the "new" Caledonian Hotel in Edinburgh, Jet Blue Mint Suites, Virgin Upper Class on the A330, and the "also new" Manhattan Hotel now owned by Marriott.

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00:32:33

Austria, Munich and BA First Class Trip Report

Churn and Burn ·

2024/08/10

Featured in this trip report: The Sheraton Salzburg, Andaz Hyatt Munich, Virgin Atlantic Upper Class, Cathay Pacific First Class Lounge LHR, and British Airways First Class.

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01:00:43

Ultimate African Safari + Seychelles (Guest Trip)

Churn and Burn ·

2024/07/25

Susan joins the show to detail a multi-destination Safari in Africa including: Emirates First Class, JW Marriott Masai Mara, and the infamous Giraffe Manor! Also: Mango House in The Seychelles!

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01:17:40

Scotland and England Family of Five (Guest Trip)

Churn and Burn ·

2024/07/04

Matt once again joins the show to tell us about his lightning speed trip with five total people to a variety of locations, including: Canterbury, Inverness, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Edinburg, St. Andrews and Bath. Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/churnandburnpodcast

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01:06:54

Guest Trip: Bali and Kyoto Luxury stays

Churn and Burn ·

2024/06/27

Larry guests on the pod to review some extreme bucket list properties, including the Ritz Carlton Reserve Mandapa, the Hilton LXR Umana, the Park Hyatt Kyoto, and Ritz Carlton Kyoto. We also discuss the Japan Airlines First class experience and booking challenges,

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01:18:45

Live from San Diego: Rapid Fire Questions with Branden

Churn and Burn ·

2024/06/06

Our first in-person podcast with returning guest, Branden! We discuss the Grand Hyatt San Diego and play an epic game of rapid fire award travel questions where neither of us knows the questions beforehand. Find Branden @ https://www.instagram.com/bjm11/

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00:37:46

Puerto Rico Trip Report and Japan Trip Planning Tips

Churn and Burn ·

2024/05/12

I review my stay at the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico, discuss my thoughts on the island and San Juan, and share some tips I learned while planning my 2025 trip to Japan. Also, check out my Youtube Channel for hotel room reviews https://www.youtube.com/@churnandburnpodcast

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00:44:33

Trip Report: Disneyland, Hollywood, and a Cap1...

Churn and Burn ·

2024/05/03

I trade in my Delta Global upgrades for pennies on the dollar and try my luck at the Westin Anaheim Resort. Also, I experience the Capital One Premier Collection perks for the first time and realize I've been hosed.

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01:20:36

Guest Trip: Vietnam, Cambodia, and Singapore

Churn and Burn ·

2024/04/26

Paul joins us for an absolutely stunning Asia trip report featuring the Park Hyatt Saigon, Park Hyatt Siem Reap, ANA The Room business class, Singapore Business Class, and many other amazing redemptions he made!Check out Paul's blog: https://emptynestermiles.com/

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00:38:06

The Best Hyatts in New York City: A Guide

Churn and Burn ·

2024/04/06

One of the most common questions I get on a weekly basis is: "What is the best Hyatt for a trip to New York?" Luckily, I've stayed in nearly all of them at one point or another, and I decided to put out this episode to settle the score once and for all.If you know someone who has asked this question, please send them this episode. I hope it helps.

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00:43:28

Getting actual value from Marriott and Delta status,...

Churn and Burn ·

2024/03/26

We discuss:-How to use Marriott Nightly Upgrade Awards without inducing rage -Finding value in Delta GUCs -St. Regis Florence -Park Hyatt Milan -St. Regis Rome (again) -Delta (LATAM) A350 Business class

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01:15:01

Destination Guide: Monterey, California

Churn and Burn ·

2024/03/21

Daren joins the podcast for our first destination guide. Destination Guide is a new format where we choose an amazing destination a break down ALL of the award travel options available to you, whether it be Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG orotherwise. We also discuss food, stuff to do, airports and ways to travel there, and anything else worth mentioning.Hope you enjoy, and share with your award travel friends interested in Monterey!

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