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TravelStories Episode 84: A Tale of Two Cruises

Summary Tom Kim and Trevor Mountcastle compare two very different cruise experiences, one on Norwegian in the Caribbean and one on Princess in Europe. The episode is use

TravelStories Episode 83: Catching up With John Ryan

Note: Video of this episode can be found on Youtube and Spotify. Summary Join us as we explore the fascinating world of international travel, airline management, and un

TravelStories Episode 82: A Tale of Two Hotel Certs

Join Trevor and Tom as Tom shares his ‘forced adventures,’ hotel and restaurant experiences as he tries to avoid the dreaded expiration of hotel certificates, all while e

TravelStories Episode 81: A Long Overdue return to the Maldives

Join us as Tom recounts his incredible journey to the Maldives, navigating multiple modes of travel, airport experiences, and the joys of luxury in this remote paradise.

TravelStories Episode 80: A Family Trip to France

Episode 80: Show Notes Summary In this episode, Trevor breaks down his summer getaway to France, diving into flight experiences, trip planning logistics, and what it's

TravelStories Episode 79: Japan Travel with Joe Petrovic

Episode 79: Show Notes Note: Video of this is available on Youtube/Spotify Summary Join Trevor Mountcastle and Tom Kim as we welcome Joe Petrovic to talk Japan explore

TravelStories Episode 78: Nostaliga of Airline Times Past

Summary Join Trevor Mountcastle and Tom Kim as they reminisce about the golden age of airlines, sharing personal travel stories, airline history, and insights into how s

TravelStories Episode 77: Freddie Awards and so much more with Ed Pizzarello

Talking Freddie Awards and so much more with Ed Pizzarello Episode 77: Show Notes Note: Video versions are on Youtube and Spotify In this episode, we sit down with Ed

TravelStories Episode 76: Tom Returns to the High Seas

This Episode with video can be found on Youtube and Spotify. Join Trevor Mountcastle and Tom Kim as they explore two contrasting cruises, delving into ship design, ports

TravelStories Episode 75: Catching Up With Nick Reyes of FrequentMiler

Note: This episode can be viewed with video on Youtube/Spotify. Summary In this episode, Tom Kim and Trevor Mountcastle welcome back Nick from The Frequent Miler to dis

Milenomics² Podcast [NOAF] Episode 81: New and Heightened Credit Card Offers

We're back with a quick, fun, episode about three credit cards (plus a few extra side discussions). Enjoy! 0:21 Heightened Amex Marriott Bonvoy Offers Brilliant: 200k f

TravelStories Episode 74: A Mismash of Updates

Note: This episode can be viewed with video on youtube/Spotify. Summary In this episode, Trevor and Tom analyze Hyatt's award chart changes, share tips on maximizing ho

Milenomics² Podcast [NOAF] Episode 80: Bilt Rent Day, Whoop, Chase and BofA changes

0:21 Bilt JAL Transfer Bonus Normally 1:1, heightened for March 1 “rent day” Staying on-brand-complicated the amount of bonus varies depending on your Bilt status and u

TravelStories Episode 73: Bucket List Australia Trip

Note: Video of this episode can be found on Youtube and Spotify! Coming soon to Apple Podcasts. In this episode, hosts Tom Kim and Trevor Mountcastle recount Trevor’s r

TravelStories Episode 72: A Guys Trip to Malta

A Guys Trip to Malta Centered Around Lounge Hopping Episode 72: Show Notes Summary In this episode, hosts Tom Kim and Trevor Mountcastle share their travel experiences

TravelStories Episode 71: A Wide Ranging Conversation with Gary Leff

Note: The video of this episode can be found on Youtube or Spotify Summary In this episode of Travel Stories, hosts Tom Kim and Trevor Mountcastle welcome Gary Leff, of

TravelStories Episode 70: Festivus 2025

Festivus 2025 Episode 70: Show Notes Keywords Festivus, travel, airlines, loyalty programs, grievances, travel stories, miles, points, travel achievements, travel mira

TravelStories Episode 69: Award Strategies for a Guy’s Trip

Episode 69: Show Notes Trevor and Thomas are the ultimate travel friends, and part of what makes their trips so memorable is that they both maximize the journey as much

TravelStories Episode 68: A Fall Mediterranean Cruise

Episode 68: Show Notes Keywords Mediterranean cruise, Delta One, travel experiences, family travel, cruise ports, Royal Caribbean, Allure of the Seas, travel tips, Barc

TravelStories Episode 67: Off the Rails in Nepal

Episode 67: Show Notes When longtime traveler Michael Rubiano arrived in Kathmandu, he expected another bucket-list trip built on miles, status perks, and curiosity. Ins