Today we are welcoming back Deanna (@thepointsflygirl), for a fundamentals of points and miles episode. We cover essential topics for beginners, including how to get started, the importance of transferring points, and strategies for searching and booking flights. Deanna shares her insights on loyalty programs, airline partnerships, and common mistakes to avoid. We discuss the value of flexibility in travel planning and the importance of understanding the worth of points to maximize travel experiences. In this episode, you will learn: Transferring points to partners can yield better deals. Setting up loyalty accounts early is crucial Booking directly with airlines is often more beneficial. Flexibility in travel dates can save points. Practice searching for flights to build confidence. Understanding point value is key to smart booking. Don't be afraid to use points for good deals. Repositioning can open up more travel opportunities....and more! You can find Deanna here ! https://www.instagram.com/thepointsflygirl If you want to learn step-by-step how to squeeze the most travel out of your credit card points, enroll in the Bougie Travel Institute! https://bougieinabackpack.thrivecart.com/bougie-travel-institute-1/ You can get your VIP ticket Goodybag for the October Bougie in a Backpack Virtual Travel Summit here , where you can check out Deanna's session! https://bougieinabackpack.thrivecart.com/bougie-vip-goody-bag-oct24/ You can sign up for our FREE January Summit here! https://bougieinabackpack.thrivecart.com/bougie-jan-2025-free-summit/ You can find our FREE Travel Beginner's Blueprint Here: dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/457913/90732056966858389/share Want to submit a question or comment to our Bougie Mailbag? You can do so here: forms.gle/Hb3iAbCfsK5BWnii8 Be sure to join our facebook community: facebook.com/groups/bougieinabackpack Find us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bougieinabackpack/ https://www.instagram.com/travelmackenzie https://www.instagram.com/pennywisetraveler