Toni Perkins-Southam

Toni Perkins-Southam is a former lead editor for credit cards and travel rewards at Forbes Advisor. Her fascination with points and miles began when she and her husband realized that, following a trip to Europe, family travel would be a financial challenge. She was introduced to points and miles and delved into loyalty programs. Over the past 12 years, she has taken her family of six to over 20 countries for various vacations and extended summer stays worldwide.

Toni has also adventured as a solo parent, exploring the world with just her kids. Her mission is to inspire other parents to pursue their family travel dreams with confidence.

Expertise

• Adventure seeker
• Credit building and repair
• Everything points and miles
• Long-term family travel
• Maximizing credit card rewards
• Solo parent travel/traveling with kids

Achievements

• Over 12 years of using points and miles to travel around the world with my family
• For nearly five years, managed an online community dedicated to educating individuals on optimizing travel through points and miles
• Backpacked through the Andes mountains of Peru at seven months pregnant
• Overcame a lifelong fear of flying and is eager to help others conquer their fear
• Spoke at various points and miles conferences and special events

Other Publications

• 6 Colorful Getaways Where You Can Make Your Own Wes Anderson Movie
• 8 Haunted Hotels You Can Book With Points
• Travel Hacking Side Hustle Ideas With Toni Perkins-Southam

Education

Arizona State University, Bachelor of Arts in History