Travel Hacking with a Happy Heart

The Course

Many people don’t realize how easy it is to get some extra money from the credit card companies. But if you don’t have the foundation right, it’s another way to get yourself into debt.

I wanted to create a course that details what I’ve learned over the last 15+ years of travel hacking and credit card rewards accumulating. I’ll give you all the tools, websites, and trackers that I’ve used that have helped me earn over $30,000+ in travel rewards!

"David's Travel Hacking Workshop was so practical and helpful! I got  exactly what I was looking for: information and tools to maximize credit cards sign up bonus so we can travel on the cheap in our retirement years.

Highly recommend. 👍"

~ Hollis H.

 

What You’ll Learn

•  The Big Picture. How banks, credit cards and rewards all tie together.
•  Why sign-up bonuses matter more than everyday spending rewards
•  How to choose a first card that fits your credit, your goals and your life
•  How to meet minimum spend without overspending
•  How to think about redeeming points for real trips
•  The guardrails that keep this supportive instead of stressful

 This is beginner-friendly and designed to feel grounded, not overwhelming.

 

"Dave has an excellent intimate grasp of navigating benefits and pitfalls of credit cards, turning the tables in our favor. He has compiled a neat stash of resources to assist in the process to be a savvy successful world traveler, on their dime! Thanks for sharing your wisdom Davíd!"

~ Matt D.

WHAT'S INSIDE

This is a self-paced video course you can work through on your own schedule. Six modules, a set of downloadable resources, and a framework that fits your real life.

The Course at a Glance

Module 0 — Introduction

Module 1 — Credit and Rewards Foundations How banks, credit cards, and rewards ecosystems connect. You'll understand the mechanics behind the system before you start using it — which makes all the difference.

Module 2 — Sign-Up Bonuses This is where the real value is. Most people focus on everyday spending rewards. I'll show you why sign-up bonuses are the faster, smarter path — and how to approach them without stress.

Module 3 — Choosing Your First Card Not every card is right for every person. I'll walk you through how to find the card that fits your credit profile, your spending habits, and your travel goals.

Module 4 — Redeeming Your Points Earning points is one thing. Actually using them well is where most people get stuck. This module covers how to think about redemptions so you're getting real value on real trips.

Module 5 — Staying Organized The guardrails that keep this whole system running smoothly. I'll share the trackers and habits that have helped me stay on top of everything without making it a part-time job.

Module 6 — What's Next Once you've got the foundation, where do you go from here? We'll talk about how to build on what you've learned at your own pace.

Who This Is For

This workshop is a good fit if you:

•  Are curious about travel rewards but haven’t known where to start
•  Want to travel more without adding financial stress
•  Pay your credit cards off in full (or are close to that)
•  Prefer simple systems over constant optimization

"Dave's travel hacking workshop was a great intro into leveraging credit cards for supporting one's dreams and lifestyle. I particularly appreciated the visual examples of different credit card sign up bonuses and Dave's wisdom on how to choose a credit card that is aligned with the lifestyle I want to create for my family."

~ Roy W.

Who This Is Not For

This probably isn’t right for you (yet!) if you:

•  Regularly carry credit card balances
•  Want extreme or aggressive “churning” strategies
•  Are looking for a quick hack, (there’s some time and effort involved, and you have to stay organized.)