On Wonderland on Points, we talk about the thrill of booking amazing trips with points and miles — sometimes that means flying business class, staying in luxe hotels, and all the travel envy that comes with it. But this week, we want to get real about the deeper reason we do this: travel isn’t just about the glam; it’s about the moments that matter, especially during tough times.

Our friend Linsey, a foster mom and longtime listener, joined us to share how points helped her family find respite during a challenging season caring for a sick family member. When a planned trip to St. Kitts had to be canceled, Linsey didn’t let those points go to waste. Instead, she took her daughter on a spontaneous getaway to New York City — flying business class on points and scoring first-class flights home. A little break like that can be life-changing when life feels overwhelming.

And speaking of New York — here’s the game-changer we have to share: the Broadway Direct app. This lottery-style app lets you enter for deeply discounted tickets to popular Broadway shows like Stranger Things, Death Becomes Her, Aladdin, The Lion King, Wicked and more. You enter a daily lottery for leftover tickets, and if you win, you have an hour to claim seats that often go for 70-80% off regular prices. Linsey scored front-row center seats for just $40 a ticket — yes, seriously!

The app isn’t the most intuitive, so here’s a quick tip: after downloading, click the menu (three lines in the top corner), then select “Lottery” to see all the discounted ticket options. Keep an eye on the lottery closing times (usually early afternoon), so you don’t miss your chance to claim.

Whether you’re traveling through a tough season or just looking for incredible travel and entertainment hacks, points and miles can open doors you never expected. And that’s why we do what we do — helping you travel smarter and live fuller.

If you want to learn more about how to use points for family trips, caregiving breaks, or last-minute Broadway adventures, tune into this week’s Wonderland on Points Midweek Mini episode!

Ready to dive deeper?
Download the Broadway Direct app, enter some lotteries, and maybe your next Broadway night is just a few points away. And as always, share your own points stories with us on Instagram @WonderlandOnPoints or in our Wonderland On Points Facebook Group — we love hearing how you make travel work for your life!

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