ChooseFI | Financial Independence Podcast26 Juni 2020

225 | The Power of The Staycation

You can vacation without leaving town — and it might change how you spend money forever. Jonathan and Brad explore the unexpected power of staycations during the pandemic, revealing how to uncover hidden value in your own backyard while stretching travel rewards further than you thought possible. Introduction to Staycation [00:00:00] Staycations as a way to enjoy local attractions while supporting the community during the pandemic. Discussion on Anniversary Staycation [00:01:00] Jonathan shares his experience using Chase Ultimate Rewards points for a staycation at a Marriott hotel to celebrate his anniversary. Engaging with Local Businesses [00:06:00] Encouragement to support local businesses and explore what your community has to offer during challenging times. Using Travel Rewards [00:11:00] Tips on effectively using travel rewards for hotel bookings to save on vacations. Discussion on utilizing the Chase Ultimate Rewards program and transferring points to hotel chains. Scott's Travel Experience Update [00:14:00] Update from listener Scott, who shares his year-long travel sabbatical experience, traveling to over 20 countries on a tight budget. Health Insurance Discussion [00:41:00] Insights on managing health care costs, including using the Good RX app for discounts on prescriptions. Episode Wrap-Up [00:48:26] Jonathan encourages listeners to share the episode and engage in conversations about financial independence. Key Quotes "Let's lean into our local communities during this time." [00:07:06] "Stockpile travel rewards now for future adventures!" [00:11:40] "The benefits of mindful spending are compelling." [00:21:35] "People often think traveling isn't affordable." [00:17:32] Related Resources Good RX: https://www.goodrx.com [00:41:52] Chase Sapphire Preferred: https://www.chase.com/personal/credit-cards/sapphire/preferred [00:12:00] Episode Mentions Episode 009: The Basics of Travel Rewards [00:10:40] Episode 079: Embracing Retirement with Amy and Tim Rutherford [00:19:04] Episode 109: Scott's Journey as a Travel Teacher [00:14:20] Terminology Staycation: A vacation spent at home or nearby rather than traveling to a distant location. [00:00:00] Travel Rewards: Points earned from credit cards or loyalty programs to be redeemed for travel-related expenses. [00:11:00] Chase Ultimate Rewards: A flexible rewards program offered by Chase that allows point transfers to various travel partners. [00:11:40] ▶ Listen Next: Ep. 227 — How to Evaluate Your Pension: Is It Worth Staying? | Essential Listening

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