{"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":"Our Favorite Hotels We Booked With Points (And How You Can Too)","slug":"our-favorite-hotels-we-booked-with-points-and-how-you-can-too","published_at":"2026-03-30T10:03:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741/our-favorite-hotels-we-booked-with-points-and-how-you-can-too","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741","url":"https://upgradedpoints.transistor.fm/51","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/3b148207/1a7e7a2e.mp3","summary":"Some of our favorite travel experiences didn’t come from flights… they came from the hotels. In this episode, Chris and Katie share their favorite hotels they’ve ever booked with points, from luxury stays to family-friendly favorites and underrated hidden gems. They break down exactly: - Why each hotel stood out - How many points it cost - What it would have cost in cash - How you can book the same stays using points If you’ve ever wondered whether luxury hotels are actually worth it with points, or how to get real value from your rewards, this episode will give you a clear roadmap. Whether you’re planning a big trip or just getting started with points and miles, these real-world redemptions will show you exactly how it's done. Hosts: ‪ Chris Hassan & Katie Corrigan Seemann Chapters: 00:00 The Upgraded Points Podcast Episode 51 01:00 Chase Freedom Unlimited® Bonus 02:12 Capital One Travel Mobile App 04:27 Hotel du Louvre 07:00 Conrad Orlando at Evermore 09:41 Andaz Amsterdam 12:20 Waldorf Astoria Osaka 15:27 Kimpton Seafire 19:12 Hyatt Regency Maui 22:31 Le Meridien Maldives 26:55 Park Hyatt Tokyo 28:56 Listener question: Chase WHOOP benefit Chase Freedom Unlimited Now Boasts Elevated $250 Welcome Offer https://upgradedpoints.com/news/chase-freedom-unlimited-250-sign-up-bonus/ Capital One Travel Launches Standalone Mobile App — and It’s Worth a Download https://upgradedpoints.com/news/capital-one-travel-app-launches/ Hotel du Louvre Review https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/hotels/hotel-du-louvre-best-paris-hyatt/ Inside Conrad Orlando: A Comprehensive Review of the Luxury Hotel https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/hotels/conrad-orlando-review Andaz Amsterdam Review https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/hotels/andaz-amsterdam-prinsengracht-review/ Hyatt Regency Maui Resort…","meta_description":"Some of our favorite travel experiences didn’t come from flights… they came from the hotels. In this episode, Chris and Katie share their favorite hotels…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1921,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741/episodes/our-favorite-hotels-we-booked-with-points-and-how-you-can-too/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/our-favorite-hotels-we-booked-with-points-and-how-you-can-too.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}