97. Disney World on Points: Save THOUSANDS on Your Disney Trip with Points and Miles

Welcome back, Disney lovers! In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most magical places on earth—Disney World—and sharing how you can save big using points and miles. We’re joined by a familiar face (or voice!), Megan, who you may remember from previous episodes where she shared her family’s European adventures and Olympic travel tips.  This time, Megan is back to help us plan a Disney vacation that doesn’t break the bank, all while using travel rewards to cover flights, hotels, and even park tickets!   Why Megan Loves Disney (and How to Save) Megan kicks things off by explaining her long-time love for Disney and how it’s possible to make a dream Disney trip happen without spending a fortune. She’s an expert in planning family vacations with points, and she’s here to share her insights on how to maximize rewards programs like Southwest and Hyatt to keep your Disney trip as magical as possible, without the hefty price tag.   Flying to Disney with Points We start by breaking down the best strategies for using points to book flights to Orlando. Megan and Alex dive into why Southwest Airlines is one of the best options for families, especially with perks like two free checked bags and no change fees.   Staying Near the Magic for Less Next, they discuss how to score amazing hotel deals near Disney using points. From luxurious stays at nearby properties to convenient locations, there are plenty of ways to save on your Disney accommodations.    Ready to Plan Your Disney Dream Vacation? It’s time to head to the east coast! Thank you Megan, for returning with all the best tips to help turn your Disney dreams into reality! Whether you’re saving on flights, hotels, or even your Mickey Mouse ice cream bars, this episode is packed with advice on using points and miles to make your next Disney trip both magical and affordable. Links: Links For All Things Travel Mom Squad: stan.store/travelmomsquad   Links For This Episode:  Get Away Today affiliate link: https://www.getawaytoday.com/?referrerid=7979 Transfer Partner & Airline Alliance Cheat Sheet: https://travelmomsquad.ck.page/transfer-partners   Episode Minute By Minute: 0:00 - Megan sets the stage for today’s episode, helping us dive into how to save on Disney World by using points and miles. 3:00 - Flights on points: Alex and Megan chat about using Southwest points to book flights to Orlando and why it’s a great airline for families. 7:00 - Jess jumps in to share how Hyatt points can cover stays near Disney World, and Megan adds her tips for making points go further. 10:00 - Park tickets on points? Megan explains the trickier part—using points and miles to cover Disney park tickets and how you can still save on other parts of the trip. 25:00 - Megan’s final thoughts: Megan wraps up with her top tips for making Disney World trips affordable and magical for families using travel rewards.