I recently joined Frank and Trey of Poker Dealer School of Philadelphia to talk about travel, credit card rewards, and gambling.

From the YouTube description:

In this episode, we interview Justin Vacula, a travel hacking expert and host of Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast.

Justin shares his journey from poker to discovering credit card rewards, emphasizing the importance of starting small and scaling up.

He discusses the value of different credit card bonuses and how flexible points can often yield more value than straight cash back.

Justin also offers insights into his podcast, which began as an educational platform on miles, points, and personal finance, later evolving to encompass gambling strategies and creative spending methods.

Key highlights include the recommendation of credit cards for beginners, the benefits of combining points with hotel rewards, and practical advice on how to avoid common pitfalls in credit card rewards.

Justin explains the strategies he uses, from stacking rewards to leveraging grocery and fuel points, and outlines his philosophy and disciplined approach to maximizing benefits while avoiding overspending.

Timestamps:

00:30 Justin’s Journey into Travel Hacking

05:28 Credit Card Recommendations for Beginners

06:54 Maximizing Points and Travel Tips

12:22 Accumulating Credit Cards and Managing Them

19:06 Combining Credit Card Perks with Casino Comps

25:06 Travel Apps and Websites

32:47 Coaching and Educating on Credit Cards

36:28 Philosophy and Stoicism in Travel and Gambling