Revolutionizing Your Journey: Travel With Points & Miles
Revolutionizing Your Journey is more than a travel podcast—it’s 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. You’ll 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 what’s 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 what’s possible.
Episodes
In this week’s Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke shares the latest developments in the travel and points world, including the official launch of the Citi Strata Elite card. A significant update is the new ability to transfer Citi ThankYou points to American Airlines—something that opens up powerful new redemption options. DeAndre also breaks down data from the Travel Price Index, showing that while hotel and airfare costs are down s...
In this inspiring episode of the Revolutionizing Your Journey podcast, host DeAndre Coke sits down with Carl Brothers—a passionate traveler on a mission to fly four million lifetime miles with United Airlines. Carl opens up about how he got into points and miles, what it means to hold United’s invitation-only Global Services status, and the mindset and strategy behind such an ambitious aviation goal.
He shares the emotional and phys...
Singapore luxury… with street food prices. 🍜🌆
In this YouTube bonus episode of the Revolutionizing Your Journey podcast, we take you inside our four-night adventure through Singapore — from hawker stalls and rooftop bars to the legendary Marina Bay Sands. This was our first visit, and we packed in everything from street food feasts and cultural experiences to skyline views and surprise parties.
Stick around until the end for essent...
In this Quick Hits episode of Revolutionizing Your Journey, DeAndre Coke covers major travel updates and points news that can impact your strategies right now. Delta is rolling out AI-powered pricing that may personalize airfare based on traveler data, while Citi introduces the new Strata Elite card with intriguing but high-fee perks. DeAndre dives into Hyatt’s new family plan rate and their upgraded award calendar, plus exciting p...
In this episode of Revolutionizing Your Journey, DeAndre Coke sits down with full-time traveler and points strategist Tommy Lonergan to dive deep into the world of buying points and miles. Tommy shares his journey from a traditional career path to building a lifestyle fueled by travel rewards, and he breaks down when and why buying points can be a smart move.
From credit card strategy to point valuations, they explore how to identif...
In this Quick Hits episode of Revolutionizing Your Journey, DeAndre Coke shares the latest updates in the world of travel, credit cards, and points and miles. He opens with a personal milestone—his financial planning firm being named one of the top in Virginia by Forbes for the third consecutive year—and connects it to his credibility in this space. DeAndre covers a wide range of topics, from Zil Money pausing payroll point transac...
In this inspiring episode of Revolutionizing Your Journey, DeAndre Coke sits down with Julian Rivera—DJ, real estate investor, and business mogul—to unpack his unique journey from the radio booth to building a thriving real estate and entrepreneurial empire. Julian shares how he’s strategically used credit cards and points to fuel his travel lifestyle and scale his business ventures. The conversation explores the power of networkin...
The hotel that some call "The Luxury In The Sky" 🌇—Was it worth it?
In this YouTube bonus episode of the Revolutionizing Your Journey podcast, we take you inside one of the most iconic hotels in the world: Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. From the world-famous rooftop infinity pool to Michelin-level dining and a suite with a view of Gardens by the Bay, we break down what it’s really like to stay here.
If you're planning a special occa...
In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke shares recent developments in the world of travel, points, and miles. He dives into Chase’s new “Points Boost” feature, which significantly enhances the redemption value of Ultimate Rewards points for select hotel bookings, making luxury stays more affordable. He also discusses the TSA’s plan to end its long-standing shoe removal policy at security checkpoints, improving the airport experien...
In this reflective mid-year episode, DeAndre Coke shares a transparent recap of his wins, mistakes, and evolving strategies in the world of travel, points, and miles. From achieving American Airlines Platinum Pro and Hyatt Globalist status to acquiring new credit cards for long-term value, DeAndre walks through the intentional moves he’s made to maximize rewards. He candidly discusses lessons learned from redemption missteps—such a...
In this episode of Quick Hits, DeAndre Coke breaks down a wave of updates shaking up the travel rewards space. From JetBlue’s game-changing “25 for 25” promotion, which could land travelers 25 years of elite Mosaic status and up to 350,000 points, to Turkish Airlines’ 6-Continents Challenge with a million-mile prize, there’s no shortage of bold airline promos this week. He also shares a major win for Points Path users, as the award...
In this episode of Revolutionizing Your Journey, DeAndre Coke sits down with Kelley Halpin, founder of Mesa, to explore how this innovative financial platform is changing the landscape of homeownership. Mesa allows homeowners to earn points on their mortgage payments, turning one of life’s biggest expenses into an opportunity to earn rewards. Kelley shares how the Mesa Homeowner's Card works, its unique perks such as brand partners...
In this episode of Quick Hits, DeAndre Coke unpacks the latest developments in the points and miles space—from sweepstakes to shocking benefit changes. He highlights a massive 1 million-mile Capital One sweepstakes in partnership with The Points Guy, as well as a record-high 175,000-point welcome offer from American Express. DeAndre also explains how it looks like ZilMoney is back with the ability to process credit cards for payrol...
In this episode, Taryn and DeAndre dive into their spontaneous trip to Roatan, Honduras, uncovering why this Caribbean island deserves a top spot on your travel list. From snorkeling and diving in crystal-clear waters to relaxing at the Kimpton Grand Roatan, they highlight how to travel luxuriously while still being budget-conscious. The conversation also explores local dining, vibrant nightlife in the West End, and their visit to ...
Napa Valley is famous for its wine, but this trip brought something louder than Cabernet—an orange Lamborghini Huracán Performante. 🍷🔥
Join me as I explore Napa in luxury with vineyard views, wine tastings, poolside relaxation, and a jaw-dropping supercar experience that took things to the next level. From scenic sips on Spring Mountain to winding roads near Lake Berryessa, this trip was anything but typical.
If you’ve ever wondere...
In what is the longest “Quick Hits” episode ever, DeAndre Coke shares key updates from the travel rewards world and a major shift for the podcast: joining the Voyascape network, a dedicated hub for top-tier travel podcasts. He dives into urgent news, including a once-in-a-lifetime Amex points transfer loophole that’s about to end, and a long-awaited Chase feature that now lets you transfer credit lines online. DeAndre also explores...
In this episode of Revolutionizing Your Journey, host DeAndre Coke sits down with Dr. Kevin Lin, a board-certified sleep surgeon and avid traveler, to unpack the complexities of jet lag and how to travel more comfortably.
They explore what happens to your body’s circadian rhythm during long-haul travel, why traveling east hits harder than going west, and how each traveler’s response to jet lag can differ. Dr. Lin shares expert...
In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke dives into the latest updates from the world of travel rewards and points strategies. He covers listener feedback, highlights a new all-inclusive Hyatt resort in Saint Lucia, unpacks the devaluation of Iberia Avios, shares tips for upgrading to Emirates First Class without elite status, and revisits the ZilMoney payroll-on-card saga. He also breaks down rumors...
In this episode of Revolutionizing Your Journey, DeAndre Coke sits down with Emmanuel, the founder of CardPointers—a game-changing app designed to help travelers optimize their credit card usage and maximize points and miles. Emmanuel shares how a personal challenge managing multiple cards led him to build CardPointers, and how the app has evolved into a powerful tool for both beginners and seasoned ...
In this value-packed Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke breaks down the most significant developments in the points and miles world—from exciting transfer bonuses and premium card promos to major airline pricing changes and credit card legislation that could impact your travel rewards. He highlights Thrifty Traveler’s limited-time 50% off deal, an elevated IHG card bonus offering 5 free nights, new bag...
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