Episode 68: A Simple Guide to Travel Hacking with Julian Fung

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Julian Fung works in tech, and runs a travel business. He is on a mission to help 1000 people travel hack amazing vacations, create lifelong memories, and maximize geographical freedom.

He works with business owners & busy professionals to maximize geographical freedom through credit card points & miles.

His company, money or life, begs the question "Why not both?" We can build wealth while enjoying life along the way.

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https://moneyorlife.co/

Host: Christopher Nelson

Guest: Julian Fung, Tech Employee & Owner of Money Or Life

Highlights:

• Travel Hacking Expertise: Julian shares how he leveraged travel hacking techniques to secure $250,000 in free travel.
• Luxury Stays for Free: Insights into Julian's experiences staying in luxury hotels in Sofia, Bulgaria, and Cape Town, South Africa, without spending a dime.
• Building Connections: Hear about the friendships and perks Julian gained during his global travels.
• Mastering Credit Card Points: Learn how to optimize credit card spending to accumulate points for flights, hotels, and other travel expenses.
• Achieving Financial Independence: Discover how travel hacking can support your journey to financial independence and geographic freedom.

Tune in to learn how to maximize your money and life through travel hacking with Julian Fung!

In this episode, we talk about:

• Flexibility in Dates: By being flexible with travel dates, individuals can take advantage of off-peak times when flights and accommodations are typically cheaper in terms of points or miles. Traveling during less popular times can result in better redemption options and availability, allowing travelers to stretch their points further and potentially access premium experiences at a lower cost.
• Flexibility in Destinations: Being open to exploring a variety of destinations can lead to discovering hidden gems or less crowded locations that offer unique experiences. Travelers who are willing to consider alternative destinations may find better redemption options, as popular tourist spots often have higher demand and limited availability for reward bookings. Exploring off-the-beaten-path locations can provide a more authentic and enriching travel experience while maximizing the value of accumulated points.
• Flexibility in Number of Travelers: The number of travelers can also impact the value of travel hacking. Smaller groups or solo travelers often have more flexibility in booking flights and accommodations using points or miles. Larger groups may face challenges in finding award availability for multiple travelers on the same itinerary. By being open to traveling solo or in smaller groups, individuals can increase their chances of securing reward bookings and optimizing their travel rewards.

Episode Timeline:

• [00:00:31] Travel hacking experiences.
• [00:05:47] Unlocking Travel Experiences Through Hacking.
• [00:10:16] Travel hacking for retirement.
• [00:13:22] Maximizing travel rewards for experiences.
• [00:16:29] Understanding flex points concept.
• [00:18:43] Travel hacking and points redemption.
• [00:21:23] Travel hacking strategies.
• [00:25:27] Maximizing financial independence strategies.
• [00:29:38] Transfer speeds and durations.
• [00:33:08] Alternative travel destinations.
• [00:36:04] The art of intentional travel.
• [00:39:16] Change of perspective.
• [00:41:58] Routines and personal growth.