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Families Fly Free With Lyn Mettler

Lyn Mettler
Travel Rewards
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Hawaii
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Travel rewards doesn't have to be overwhelming and it can work for entire families! In the Families Fly Free podcast, hosted by longtime travel journalist Lyn Mettler, you'll learn how to simply and easily fly your whole family for free using travel rewards and with minimal cards in your wallet. Lyn has taught nearly 1,000 families a simple, repeatable process to always have enough miles to fly wh... more

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Families Fly Free is closing to new members on Friday, April 17 as I transition it into a smaller, private community.

If you’ve been listening for a while and have thought about joining, this is your last opportunity to be part of it before close th... more

Families Fly Free is closing to new members on Friday, April 17 as I transition it into a smaller, private community.

If you’ve been listening for a while and have thought about joining, this is your last opportunity to be part of it before close th... more

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Families Fly Free is closing to new members on Friday, April 17 as I transition it into a smaller, private community.

If you’ve been listening for a while and have thought about joining, this is your last opportunity to be part of it before close th... more

Families Fly Free is closing to new members on Friday, April 17 as I transition it into a smaller, private community.

If you’ve been listening for a while and have thought about joining, this is your last opportunity to be part of it before close th... more

Key Facts

Contact Information
Podcast Host

Recent Guests

Bret Crawford
Realtor and Families Fly Free member
Episode: 208 | Travel During Your "Go-Go" Years: Success Story with Bret Crawford
Chad Pennycuff
Podcast host and theme park enthusiast
My DVC Points Podcast
Episode: 191 | 🎮 Epic Universe Insider Guide (Part 2): Dark Universe, Super Mario, Berk and Food Finds
Amy Heffern
Travel enthusiast and Families Fly Free member who shares her travel rewards success story.
Episode: 174 | Success Story: Flying Free for Travel Sports with Amy Heffern
Michele Holmes
A Families Fly Free member sharing her success story with travel rewards
Episode: 170 | Success Story: Prioritizing Travel Despite Reduced Finances With Michele Holmes
Jon Gombola
A family man from Minnesota, enthusiastic traveler, and member of Families Fly Free
Families Fly Free
Episode: 167 | Maximizing Travel Rewards Efficiency With Jon Gombola
Monica Marino
Retired teacher with a passion for traveling to parks and family destinations
Episode: 161 | Teachers Can Fly Free Too With Monica Marino
Andrew Joyner
Member of Families Fly Free and travel rewards user
Families Fly Free
Episode: 160 | Success Story: Free Flights for Life with Andrew and Kiana Joyner
Kiana Joyner
Member of Families Fly Free and travel rewards user
Families Fly Free
Episode: 160 | Success Story: Free Flights for Life with Andrew and Kiana Joyner
Christine Sarkis
Co-founder and editor of Vacationist Media, former executive editor of Smarter Travel
Vacationist Media
Episode: 159 | Tips for Choosing the Right Tour Company for Your Family With Christine Sarkis

Host

Lyn Mettler
Host of Families Fly Free and founder of the Families Fly Free community

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 149 ratings
  • Super helpful podcast

    We have been able to save so much money on travel following FFF formula. I have found this podcast to be very helpful and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hashtagaqha
    United States8 months ago
  • Best for practical and low to no-cost travel

    Helpful and timely information on a variety of travel topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Catalan Cathy
    United States8 months ago
  • Great information

    I’ve been following Lyn for some time now and she has great advice

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UtahHikerMike
    United States8 months ago
  • Just Ad for $1k subscription

    Once upon a time, this was a informational podcast. However, as of April 2025, it has just become an advertisement for $1000 premium subscription and there is no information any more. You can listen to previous podcasts but don’t waste your time for podcasts after April 2025

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JStexan
    United States10 months ago
  • One long ad

    This podcast is a very long ad for her paid program. I have listened to multiple episodes. Generally it is the speaker saying if you join my program… I’ll tell you how to travel on points and miles. I rarely get any benefit from the podcast that I can apply.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    A mmmmmxyz
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners feel the promotions overwhelm content
Knowledgeable, practical travel rewards tips
Helpful and actionable for families using points
Audience notes the host's clarity and community support

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Talking Points

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208 | Travel During Your "Go-Go" Years: Success Story with Bret Crawford
Q: What would you tell folks about Families Fly Free who are leery?
It's a no brainer. If you're going to travel, I don't know what the break even would be, because it's kind of very.
199 |❓Your Families Fly Free & Travel Rewards Questions Answered by Members: Open House Replay
Q: How do you deal with the expenses without spending more money?
By using the right cards for everyday spending, you can accumulate points without incurring debt.
199 |❓Your Families Fly Free & Travel Rewards Questions Answered by Members: Open House Replay
Q: Can this system help with just two travelers?
Absolutely, it works great for smaller groups as well as larger families.
180 | How to STILL Fly Your Southwest Bags Free + Other Questions About Southwest's Changes
Q: Would I get my points back if I canceled a basic fare that I booked with points since it's non-refundable?
If you cancel your reservation at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure, your points will not be forfeit.
180 | How to STILL Fly Your Southwest Bags Free + Other Questions About Southwest's Changes
Q: Should I stop booking the cheapest fare now?
No, you can still book the cheapest fare type if you understand the workarounds we teach inside of Families Fly Free.

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The show focuses on simplifying travel rewards for families, with a practical emphasis on earning and using points to fly together for free or at reduced costs. Episodes cover strategies around popular programs (notably Southwest), how to optimize credit card bonuses, and how a members-based community can provide ongoing support and actionable tips for family travel. A recurring thread is navigating evolving reward landscapes while keeping complexity to a minimum, often promoting a low-card approach and a repeatable system anyone can apply to prioritize memorable family trips. The host's approach—calm, data-informed guidance with real-world case studies—has built a strong community around smart travel planning for families.

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Recent guests on Families Fly Free With Lyn Mettler include:

1. Bret Crawford
2. Chad Pennycuff
3. Amy Heffern
4. Michele Holmes
5. Jon Gombola
6. Monica Marino
7. Andrew Joyner
8. Kiana Joyner

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