Revolutionizing Your Journey: Travel With Points & Miles

Author: DeAndre Coke

Revolutionizing Your Journey is more than a travel podcastits your inside pass to unforgettable experiences without the luxury price tag. Hosted by DeAndre Coke, a financial advisor and world explorer, and joined by his travel partner Taryn Gisbert, this show helps you unlock the world using points, miles, and the strategies most people overlook. Each episode features real conversations with travel experts, creators, families, and couples who have mastered the art of traveling smarter, deeper, and more affordably. From flying first class for nearly free to staying in five-star resorts on points, this podcast reveals how to transform your travel dreams into reality. Youll hear from newlyweds who booked 20,000 trips using points, families who explore the world on a budget, and professionals who turn everyday spending into extraordinary travel. DeAndre and Taryn share personal stories, expert interviews, and practical advice to help you make the most of your money, time, and adventures. They dive into credit card rewards, loyalty programs, elite status perks, and curated experiences that elevate every trip. Episodes range from deep dives on specific destinations to easy-to-follow strategies for travelers of all levels. From romantic overwater bungalows in the Maldives to theme park adventures with kids, from hiking to Everest Base Camp to sipping wine in hidden Italian towns, the show captures the full range of whats possible with the right tools and a little creativity. If you want to travel more, spend less, and experience the world in a more intentional and inspired way, this is the podcast for you. Revolutionizing Your Journey brings you the knowledge, strategies, and stories to help you dream bigger and travel better. Subscribe today and join a growing community of travelers who are rewriting the rules of whats possible.
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Quick Hits: Early Bilt Card Rumors, Honeymoon Updates from New Zealand & More!
Friday, 9 January, 2026

In this week’s Quick Hits, DeAndre shares a honeymoon-focused update as he and Taryn move into week three of their month-long journey through Hong Kong, Fiji, and New Zealand. With regular points-and-miles news temporarily on pause, this episode centers on real-time travel experiences, lessons learned on the road, and what listeners can expect in upcoming deep-dive episodes.DeAndre briefly touches on early rumors around new Bilt card tiers, noting that details are still unconfirmed and will be covered more thoroughly once officially released. He also highlights ongoing discussions inside the community WhatsApp group, where members are already breaking down potential implications.The bulk of the episode focuses on New Zealand, including a challenging baggage situation during a small regional flight out of Fiji, followed by an excellent reset stay at the Park Hyatt Auckland. From there, DeAndre shares first impressions of Queenstown, recording this episode from The Spire boutique hotel, and describes unforgettable experiences, such as flying directly into Milford Sound and exploring iconic Lord of the Rings filming locations near Glenorchy.The episode wraps with a look ahead to the final leg of the honeymoon: a luxury RV road trip from Christchurch back to Auckland, a visit to Hobbiton, and a long-haul business class return flight booked with Qantas points. More detailed breakdowns of bookings, point strategies, and trip missteps will be available soon once regular programming resumes.Key takeaways: Bilt card rumors: New Bilt card tiers are circulating, but details remain unconfirmed and will be covered once officially announced.Community insights: The WhatsApp community continues to surface early discussion and analysis on emerging travel and credit card news.Real travel challenges: A short regional flight in Fiji caused baggage delays, underscoring the unpredictability of long international trips.Service makes a difference: The Park Hyatt Auckland delivered excellent service and acted as a key reset stop after a stressful travel day.Queenstown standout: Queenstown quickly proved why it’s considered one of New Zealand’s most vibrant and scenic destinations.Milford Sound highlight: A scenic flight into Milford Sound revealed one of the most visually striking places on the trip so far.Flexibility matters: Month-long travel requires built-in buffer time to handle delays and unexpected changes.More to come: A dedicated multi-part honeymoon series will break down bookings, redemptions, and lessons learned.Points payoff: The return journey includes a long-haul business-class flight booked with transferred Qantas points.Interested in Financial Planning?Truicity Wealth ManagementResources: