
Points, miles, dollars—even your time—they’re all travel currencies. I show you how to spend them smarter so you can travel more often, with less stress.

Welcome!
I’m Megan, a former insurance and securities compliance professional (yes, thrilling stuff!) turned stay-at-home parent. My one-income family travels more now than we ever did when we had two — thanks to points, miles, and thoughtful planning.
At Journey Currencies, points and miles are the foundation — but they’re just the start. I also share real-world strategies like stacking deals, earning cash back, using helpful apps, and knowing when it actually makes sense to pay cash.
This blog is about how to unlock travel that feels like an upgrade — without the upgraded price tag. Think better travel means spending more? Think again. I’ll show you how to make your points, deals, and planning work harder so you can travel more, for less.
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