Skip to content
  • About Me
  • Subscribe
  • Privacy Policy
Instagram
Maximizing My PTO Logo
  • Home
  • Blog
  • DestinationsExpand
    • North AmericaExpand
      • united states
      • canada
      • mexico
      • costa rica
    • EuropeExpand
      • andorra
      • austria
      • germany
      • iceland
      • ireland
      • netherlands
      • norway
      • poland
      • portugal
      • spain
      • switzerland
      • united kingdom
    • AsiaExpand
      • japan
    • Australia/OceaniaExpand
      • australia
      • new zealand
    • Antarctica
    • south americaExpand
      • peru
      • The Galapagos
      • easter island
  • Travel Tips
  • Miles/Points
  • Best Travel Credit Cards
Subscribe
Maximizing My PTO Logo

Blog

Home / Blog
Thru Hiking the Enchantments – Everything You Need to Know

Thru Hiking the Enchantments – Everything You Need to Know

Bymaximizingmypto July 31, 2024October 15, 2024

The Enchantments thru hike is a strenuous day hike, but those who take on the challenge are rewarded with incredible views.

View Post Thru Hiking the Enchantments – Everything You Need to KnowContinue

Jackie in Antarctica

14 important Tips to Ensure the Best Antarctica Cruise

Bymaximizingmypto April 24, 2024June 5, 2024

An Antarctica cruise is one of the most unique trips you can take, so you’ll want to prepare accordingly with these tips.

View Post 14 important Tips to Ensure the Best Antarctica CruiseContinue

The author at the summit of Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Tongariro Alpine Crossing: How To Conquer One of the Best Day Hikes

Bymaximizingmypto March 14, 2024October 6, 2024

Tongariro Alpine Crossing is often ranked as one of the best day hikes in the world. Completing it takes decent fitness and luck.

View Post Tongariro Alpine Crossing: How To Conquer One of the Best Day HikesContinue

Reefsuite underwater hotel room

Reefsuites Australia: Sleeping Underwater at the Great Barrier Reef

Bymaximizingmypto December 6, 2023April 15, 2025

If you’re ever dreamed of scuba diving the Great Barrier Reef, sleeping among the fish, and seeing the Milky…

View Post Reefsuites Australia: Sleeping Underwater at the Great Barrier ReefContinue

The author at Krakow Castle

Solo Female Guide to 3 Days in Krakow, Poland

Bymaximizingmypto October 25, 2023November 4, 2024

I recently took my first-ever solo trip and picked Krakow, Poland as my first destination. I consider myself well-traveled,…

View Post Solo Female Guide to 3 Days in Krakow, PolandContinue

The author and her husband inside their glass pod at Skylodge Adventure Suites in Sacred Valley, Peru

Skylodge Adventure Suites Peru – Full Review

Bymaximizingmypto October 19, 2023April 15, 2025

Everything you need to know about Skylodge Adventure Suites in Sacred Valley, Peru to know if this is the adventure for you.

View Post Skylodge Adventure Suites Peru – Full ReviewContinue

The Pell Hotel, a new JdV property from Hyatt

Hyatt Brand Explorer: The Punch Card For Free Hotel Nights

Bymaximizingmypto August 23, 2023August 21, 2023

Think of it like a punch card program, instead of getting a free drink at your local smoothie shop, you’re getting free hotel nights worth a lot more!

View Post Hyatt Brand Explorer: The Punch Card For Free Hotel NightsContinue

Jackie jumping off the Grindelwald Canyon Swin in May 2023

Grindelwald Canyon Swing – How to Make the Leap

Bymaximizingmypto June 3, 2023October 28, 2024

The Grindelwald Canyon Swing is one of the most thrilling things you can do in Switzerland. Terrified? I was too, but it’s worth it!

View Post Grindelwald Canyon Swing – How to Make the LeapContinue

Graphic of credit cards indicating the Chase 5/24 Rule

Chase 5/24 Rule Explained – Everything You Need to Know

Bymaximizingmypto April 19, 2023October 30, 2024

Did you know the order you get credit cards matters? And it doesn’t just matter for maximizing your points…

View Post Chase 5/24 Rule Explained – Everything You Need to KnowContinue

beach chair in paradise

How to Maximize Your PTO

Bymaximizingmypto September 3, 2022April 4, 2023

The PTO you earn at your job is exactly that – earned. Burnout is real, so take the time…

View Post How to Maximize Your PTOContinue

Group picture on a catamaran in Costa Rica during a 4 Day Bachelorette Trip

4 Day Costa Rica Bachelorette Itinerary – Under $1000/Person

Bymaximizingmypto April 17, 2025April 17, 2025

Costa Rica just keeps me coming back for more. In January 2025, I visited Costa Rica for the third…

View Post 4 Day Costa Rica Bachelorette Itinerary – Under $1000/PersonContinue

The author in the Grotto at Deep Sleep

Overnight in the Deepest Hotel Room – Full Deep Sleep Review

Bymaximizingmypto April 15, 2025April 15, 2025

The deepest hotel room on earth lies 1,375 feet below the ground in the abandoned Cwmorthin slate mine in…

View Post Overnight in the Deepest Hotel Room – Full Deep Sleep ReviewContinue

The author in front of the White Cliffs of Dover on a day trip from London

London to Dover Day Trip – Soak up the Beautiful Seaside

Bymaximizingmypto April 3, 2025April 3, 2025

London is such a great hub for day trips, especially given the fantastic transportation system that can quickly whisk…

View Post London to Dover Day Trip – Soak up the Beautiful SeasideContinue

How to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin [3 Day Itinerary]

How to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin [3 Day Itinerary]

Bymaximizingmypto March 20, 2025March 29, 2025

Visiting Dublin for St. Patrick’s Day was a great bucket list item, but I also learned so much about Irish history during my stay!

View Post How to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin [3 Day Itinerary]Continue

the author at the base of La Leona waterfall in Costa Rica

La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike – What You Need to Know

Bymaximizingmypto February 4, 2025April 17, 2025

The La Leona waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Costa Rica, and one of the most…

View Post La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike – What You Need to KnowContinue

Orcas just above the waterline under a cotton candy sky in Norway

What it’s Like Snorkeling with Orcas in Norway

Bymaximizingmypto January 28, 2025February 4, 2025

Coming face to face with an apex predator would normally be a nightmare scenario, but when that predator is…

View Post What it’s Like Snorkeling with Orcas in NorwayContinue

Mou Waho Island

How to Explore Mou Waho Island – Wānaka, New Zealand

Bymaximizingmypto November 22, 2024November 22, 2024

It’s an island in a lake in an island in a lake in an island in the ocean. Confused?…

View Post How to Explore Mou Waho Island – Wānaka, New ZealandContinue

Daily Drop Pro logo on blue background

Daily Drop Pro Review – The New 1-Stop-Shop for Award Search

Bymaximizingmypto October 28, 2024November 4, 2024

Running award searches to redeem points & miles for flights and hotels can be confusing and tedious. Up to…

View Post Daily Drop Pro Review – The New 1-Stop-Shop for Award SearchContinue

Kawarau Bridge Bungee tandem jump

Kawarau Bridge Bungee – My Tandem Leap In New Zealand

Bymaximizingmypto October 28, 2024January 28, 2025

Queenstown is the adventure capital of New Zealand and the birthplace of the modern bungee jump. Thus, it felt…

View Post Kawarau Bridge Bungee – My Tandem Leap In New ZealandContinue

The author and her husband in front of the Sydney Opera House

How to Spend 2 Days in Sydney, Australia – First Time Visitors

Bymaximizingmypto October 15, 2024November 4, 2024

In November 2023, my husband and I went on a two-week trip to Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. Despite…

View Post How to Spend 2 Days in Sydney, Australia – First Time VisitorsContinue

Page navigation

1 2 3 … 11 Next PageNext

Jackie Swayze

Points/miles & strategic planning around your PTO can take you far and I’m here to help. You can see the world with limited time off and you can save money along the way.

MORE ABOUT ME

© 2025 Maximizing My PTO - WordPress Theme by Kadence WP

Instagram Threads Pinterest
Scroll to top
  • Home
  • Blog
  • Destinations
    • North America
      • united states
      • canada
      • mexico
      • costa rica
    • Europe
      • andorra
      • austria
      • germany
      • iceland
      • ireland
      • netherlands
      • norway
      • poland
      • portugal
      • spain
      • switzerland
      • united kingdom
    • Asia
      • japan
    • Australia/Oceania
      • australia
      • new zealand
    • Antarctica
    • south america
      • peru
      • The Galapagos
      • easter island
  • Travel Tips
  • Miles/Points
  • Best Travel Credit Cards
Search

Terms and Conditions - Privacy Policy