In this episode of the Lazy Budget Travel Tips podcast, host Genni Franklin dives into luxury travel that doesn’t require months of PTO or millions of points.
Joined by Jen Wennerberg from Dive Into Points, this episode is all about how short, all-inclusive trips—especially using Hyatt points—can offer big luxury without the big spend.
Jen is a mom of three, a passionate scuba diver, and a points and miles enthusiast who shows us that you can sneak away for quick three- to four-night getaways, dive into epic experiences, and come back refreshed, without draining your points or your wallet.
We cover how Jen got started with points, why she prioritizes Hyatt all-inclusives, how to plan short, luxurious escapes, and the value you can get per point (think 2–3 cents per point and $600-a-night resorts for free!).
Plus, she shares tips on balancing parent life and travel, how to onboard a reluctant Player Two, and why room service might be the most underrated perk of all.
Timestamps:
- 00:00 Introduction to Luxury Travel on a Budget
- 01:00 Jen's Journey into Scuba Diving and Travel
- 03:17 Getting Started with Points and Miles
- 05:47 Real-Life Strategies for Points and Miles
- 10:08 Exploring All-Inclusive Resorts with Points
- 17:22 Booking and Maximizing All-Inclusive Stays
- 27:01 Comparing Costs and Value of All-Inclusive Trips
- 28:39 Maximizing Chase Points for Travel
- 30:05 Getting Your Partner on Board with Points and Miles
- 36:05 Strategies for Maximizing Points and Miles
- 43:37 Rapid Fire Travel Questions
- 49:48 Final Thoughts and Where to Follow
Episode Resources:
- Connect with Jen on Instagram: @diveintopoints
- Visit her blog: diveintopoints.com
- Check out CardPointers: https://travelingfranklins.com/cardpointers
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