best offers
My #1 pick this month is hands-down my favorite credit card of 2025. The travel portal value has been unreal: hotels you normally can’t book with points, and fewer points for ones you can. We booked a suite at a Hyatt with no suite upgrade, the St. Regis in Rome (with free breakfast), and Universal’s Portofino Bay, skipping all the lines with included Express Passes, all on points at a 2¢-per-point redemption. Remember, you can qualify for a business card with something as small as selling on Facebook Marketplace.
My #2 pick is by far the most popular card for college students, or anyone wanting start slowly in to this hobby.
Find a summary of the rest of my top five in my Instagram highlights, and message me any time with questions!
BUT- If you’re just getting started with points, start with a card from this list, then pair it with my free beginner’s guide.
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JANUARY BEST OFFERS
Want a list of what I think are the best credit card offers right now?
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pOINTS REDEEMED FOR FAMILY VACATIONS
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NUMBER OF KIDS WHO THINK I’M A TRAVEL GENIUS
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I’m not here to tell you to travel more just because it looks good on Instagram. I’m sharing this because I know how meaningful it is to step away from the chaos of everyday life and actually be together as a family.
Even after years working in the travel industry—as a travel agent and airline employee—I didn’t realize how much you could save with points. I was shocked at what was possible, especially around school breaks when prices are highest.
If I didn’t know, I’m sure a lot of other moms don’t either. You don’t need a luxury budget—you just need someone to show you how to make the points work for you.