{"podcast":{"title":"The Upgraded Points Podcast","slug":"the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741","podcast_index_feed_id":7285741,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-upgraded-points-podcast","website_url":"https://upgradedpoints.com","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/tGpxlIMF_o-uxTEnwBKPp2qZGRxu3Vtswnb94-iL4BE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yYmJk/ZWIyZDJjMDI4N2Qw/NzE5YjgwNjQ1OWY4/MTU3OC5qcGc.jpg","author":"Upgraded Points","episode_count":69,"summary":"Want to travel more and spend less? Every week, Upgraded Points provides expert insights, travel hacks, and the latest industry news to help you maximize your points and miles like a pro. Hosted by Chris Hassan and Katie Corrigan Seemann, travel experts at Upgraded Points, this podcast breaks down the best strategies for booking luxury flights, scoring hotel upgrades, and making every trip unforgettable — all without breaking the bank. Expect insider tips, real-world trip breakdowns, and answers to your biggest travel questions. Whether you're a points and miles beginner or a seasoned expert, we’ll help you travel smarter, save money, and unlock next-level adventures. Email us at podcast@upgradedpoints.com Subscribe now and Travel Different.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-27T20:18:45.543512+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741"},"episode":{"title":"Best U.S. Weekend Trips You Can Book With Points (No PTO Required)","slug":"best-u-s-weekend-trips-you-can-book-with-points-no-pto-required","published_at":"2026-02-23T11:15:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741/best-u-s-weekend-trips-you-can-book-with-points-no-pto-required","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741","url":"https://upgradedpoints.transistor.fm/46","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/69046cfc/bcde46bc.mp3","summary":"You don’t need two weeks off work to take a meaningful vacation. In this episode, we’re breaking down the best U.S. weekend trips you can book with points and miles. From beach cities to mountain escapes and walkable foodie destinations, these are short getaways that deliver serious value without draining your PTO. We’ll share specific hotel programs to look at, how many points you might need, and simple strategies to maximize a 2–3 day trip. If you’ve been waiting for the “perfect time” to travel, this might be your sign to book that long weekend. Chapters: 00:00 The Upgraded Points Podcast Episode 46 01:10 Universal Orlando Mardi Gras 2026 02:56 Capital One Landing at LaGuardia (LGA) 06:20 Orlando, Florida 08:21 Greenville, South Carolina 11:24 Atlanta, Sandy Springs, and Savannah, Georgia 15:00 Charlotte and Chapel Hill, North Carolina 17:27 New York City and Hoboken, New Jersey 18:59 Burlington and Stowe, Vermont 21:31 Monterey, California 23:46 Anaheim, California 24:48 Palm Springs/La Quinta, California 27:31 Deer Valley, Utah and Seattle, Washington 29:24 Chicago, Illinois 30:08 Columbus, Ohio 31:31 St. Louis, Missouri 32:21 Listener Comment about Bilt 2.1 What To Expect at Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras 2026 https://upgradedpoints.com/news/universal-orlando-mardi-gras-2026/ First Look: New Capital One Landing at LaGuardia Airport [Is It LGA’s Best Airport Lounge?] https://upgradedpoints.com/news/capital-one-landing-new-york-lga-first-look/ Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa in Bonita Springs, Florida [In-depth Review] https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/hotels/hyatt-regency-coconut-point-resort-and-spa-review/ Greenville, SC Weekend Guide https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/hotels/greenville-sc-travel-guide/ Why the Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill, North Caro…","meta_description":"You don’t need two weeks off work to take a meaningful vacation. In this episode, we’re breaking down the best U.S. weekend trips you can book with points…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2137,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741/episodes/best-u-s-weekend-trips-you-can-book-with-points-no-pto-required/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741/best-u-s-weekend-trips-you-can-book-with-points-no-pto-required.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}