Smart Travel: Upgrade Your Getaways is a practical, deep-dive podcast from NerdWallet's travel experts Sally French and Meghan Coyle, aimed at budget-conscious and points-obsessed travelers looking to maximize value from every trip. Each episode blends current travel industry news—airline loyalty program overhauls, credit card updates, lounge openings, and policy changes—with in-depth strategy discussions on topics like award flight searches, business class redemptions, family vacation planning, and seasonal booking timing. The hosts frequently bring in guest experts (like award search tool founders) to offer actionable, insider tips rather than surface-level advice. With a conversational yet informative tone, the show appeals to frequent flyers, credit card "nerds," points-and-miles enthusiasts, and everyday travelers wanting to stretch their travel budgets further. Recurring segments cover breaking travel headlines and detailed how-to guides, making it a go-to resource for anyone planning a trip within the next year who wants expert-backed, money-saving strategies for flights, hotels, and travel rewards programs.