About us
Welcome to the JGOOT Travel Hacking Enthusiasts Meetup Group!
Whether you're a seasoned traveler or just starting to explore the world of points and miles, this group is perfect for anyone looking to travel more luxuriously for less.
Come hang out with fellow travel enthusiasts and swap stories, tips, and tricks about travel hacking! Whether it’s maximizing rewards programs or finding the best ways to use points for free flights and hotels, this is a laid-back space to share ideas and pick up new strategies. Connect with experienced travelers and get inspired to level up your adventures.
Located in the St. Louis area, we host engaging, interactive events where you can ask questions, share experiences, and find inspiration for your next adventure.
Ready to turn your travel dreams into reality? Come join us and learn how to travel smarter, better, and for nearly free! 🌍✈️
Upcoming events
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LIVESTREAM | The Fuel Factor: Fixing Redemption Mistakes
·OnlineOnlineClick here to attend: https://www.jgoot.com/livestreams
Some people finally find an award flight and think they’ve won.
You search and search.
You finally find availability.
You get excited.
Finally.Until the total pops up.
The mistake is thinking a great redemption is just about the points.
It’s not.
Because one of the fastest ways to ruin a great redemption… is fuel surcharges.
That “amazing deal” you just found?
It might come with a few hundred dollars in added fees… sometimes more.And it shows up right there in the booking process, taking the shine off what looked like a win.
In this special session, JGOOT Redemption Multiplier experts Stephanie and Tom are breaking down how to find redemptions that actually deliver value… without getting dragged down by unnecessary cash costs.
Because the truth is: many travelers focus only on the points required… while smarter travelers focus on the total cost of the redemption.
It’s time for: The Fuel Factor: Where Great Redemptions Go Wrong (and How to Fix It)
Stephanie and Tom will show how fuel surcharges really work, where they show up, and how to consistently avoid them so your points go further.
Inside this session, you’ll learn:
• What fuel surcharges are and why they exist
• How to spot high-surcharge redemptions before you get to checkout
• Which airlines and programs tend to add (or avoid) these fees
• How to find alternative routes that cost the same points… but far less cash
• Simple ways to protect your redemptions from getting quietly overpricedThis isn’t about finding more flights.
It’s not about using more points.
It’s about making sure the redemptions you already find… are actually worth it.
And once you understand the fuel factor, you’ll stop getting surprised at checkout… and start booking with confidence.
Click here to attend: https://www.jgoot.com/livestreams
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