About Natalie
Traveler, writer,
points obsessive
I’ve visited nearly 40 countries, saved over $50,000 on flights and hotels using points, and built this site to prove that luxury travel isn’t just for people with unlimited budgets — it’s for anyone willing to learn the system.
How a Florida girl ended up in
business class around the world
I grew up in the Florida Keys — one of the most beautiful places on earth, which probably made me want to see everything else even more. I started traveling seriously in my twenties, booking the cheapest seats I could find and making it work.
Then I discovered points. I watched someone board a business class flight with only $38 out of pocket in taxes while I sat in the middle seat of economy. I needed to know how that worked. A few months later, I was the one with the champagne.
Since then I’ve booked Swiss Business Class from Zurich to Miami on Capital One Miles, Etihad Business to Singapore, Turkish Airlines business, Egyptair business, and a Hawaii trip for my family that saved us over $10,000 — all through a system I’ve built and refined through years of real bookings.
Where’s Natalie Now? exists because the information to do this is out there, but it’s scattered, jargon-heavy, and hard to apply to a real trip. I’ve done the work so you don’t have to.
What I actually know
and how I know it
Business class — booked on points
Every premium flight review on this site is from a real trip I booked with points. Swiss, Etihad, Turkish, Egyptair — I’ve sat in the seat, eaten the food, and written the honest review.
Luxury hotels at a fraction of the price
Grand Hyatt Kauai, Ritz-Carlton O’ahu, and dozens more — booked with Hyatt, Marriott, and IHG points. I know which redemptions deliver value and which ones don’t.
Credit card strategy, deeply researched
Capital One, Chase, Amex, Citi — I hold and actively use the cards I review. Every recommendation is based on personal experience with real spending and real redemptions.
~40 countries, firsthand
Australia, Japan, Greece, Egypt, Abu Dhabi, France, Switzerland, Bali, Turkey, and more. Every destination guide on this site is written from a trip I actually took.
Florida Keys local
Over a decade living in the Keys means the Florida guides here go deeper than any travel magazine — the local spots, the best dive operators, and when to go vs. stay home.
Recognized by major publications
Featured in Travel + Leisure, First for Women, and U.S. News & World Report for points strategy and travel expertise.
Not hypothetical. These are real trips.
Every example below is a booking I made personally — the flight, the cost, the program used.
Lie-flat seat, four-course meal, real champagne
Capital One Miles → Avianca LifeMiles · Out of pocket: taxes only
Welcome champagne, lie-flat seat, world-class service
Aeroplan points · Significant savings vs. cash price
Two luxury resorts — booked entirely on hotel points
Hyatt + Marriott points · Total family hotel savings
The trip that started the obsession
Miles booking · Business class to Egypt for the price of economy
Three things this site
does really well
Points & miles strategy
Which cards to get, how to earn fast, where to transfer, and how to book business class for the price of a coffee. Explained in plain English, with real examples from real trips.
Explore points guides →Destination guides & itineraries
Firsthand itineraries for ~40 countries — Australia, Japan, Greece, the Florida Keys, Hawaii, and more. What to do, where to stay, and what’s not worth your time.
Browse destinations →Honest reviews
Flight reviews, hotel reviews, lounge reviews — all from trips I personally took and paid for (with points). No press trips, no sponsored opinions, no fluff.
Read the reviews →The exact tools I use to
save money every trip
From booking platforms to credit cards to tour operators — these are the tools I personally use and recommend. No padding, no filler, just what actually works.
- Viator — my curated shop of the best excursions for every destination I cover
- Booking.com — the secret weapon for boutique hotels off the beaten track
- Capital One Venture X — my everyday card for 2× on everything and Priority Pass lounges
- Chase Sapphire Preferred — the best starter card for points beginners
- Get Your Guide — for comparing tour itineraries across operators
Have points and not sure
what to do with them?
I offer personal consultations to help you figure out the best use of your existing points, which cards to get next, and how to book your specific dream trip.
Points Strategy Session
A 1:1 call to map out your points, identify the best cards for your spending, and build a roadmap to your first (or next) award booking.
Book a consultation →Award Booking Help
Already have points and a destination in mind? I’ll find the best available redemptions and walk you through exactly how to book it.
Plan my trip →Get in Touch
Questions, partnerships, or just want to say hi — I read every email and respond to most of them.
Email Natalie →Let’s work together
to reach real travelers
Where’s Natalie Now? reaches an audience of intentional, budget-conscious travelers who are actively planning and booking trips. They research destinations, compare credit cards, and take notes. They’re exactly who you want to reach.
🏨 Hotels & Resorts
Honest in-person reviews, destination features, and social content. I write the kind of detail-rich reviews that actually drive bookings — not puff pieces.
🌍 Tourism Boards & Destinations
Long-form destination guides, itineraries, and content that ranks in search and stays relevant long after your campaign ends.
🧳 Travel Products & Brands
Product reviews, packing guides, and affiliate partnerships for travel gear, luggage, apps, and services used by real frequent travelers.
💳 Financial & Credit Card Brands
An audience already engaged with points and credit card strategy — ideal for card issuers, fintech travel products, and loyalty programs.
Email natalie@wheresnatalienow.com with your brief and I’ll get back to you within 48 hours.
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