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To maintain financial sanity while traveling, Kevin and Judy have refined their travel strategies. Most of their costs arise from long-haul flights and accommodations booked in advance, usually through their Chase Sapphire Reserve card. They convert points from their travels into meaningful savings on flights and lodging.
Here's a brief overview of their 2024 travel costs:
Flights between various countries in Asia averaged cost-effective rates, but added expenses for baggage and seat selections significantly raised the total.
Their technique for minimizing flight costs focused heavily on booking long-haul flights as early as possible and using points strategically.