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Ben Komenkul

With 16 years of experience as a business and luxury family traveler, I’ve turned everyday spending into unforgettable global adventures. Featured on U.S. News & World Report, Fodor’s Travel, and TV as a travel expert, I also run weekly classes through my brand, Ben’s Big Deal, helping others unlock first-class experiences through points, perks, and insider tips.

Get in touch

Plan with Ben.

Hi, I’m Ben Komenkul—travel educator, loyalty strategist, and your personal guide to unforgettable adventures. Whether you’re dreaming of a luxury escape, a family getaway, or a once-in-a-lifetime trip, I’m here to help you actually make it happen.

With 16+ years of experience as a business and luxury family traveler, I now work one-on-one with clients to plan custom trips—whether you’re paying with cash, points, or a blend of both. From premium flights and five-star hotels to unique local experiences and airport lounge access, we’ll design a journey that fits your travel style and your budget.

Through my brand, Ben’s Big Deal, I run weekly travel strategy classes and teach people how to maximize their everyday spending to unlock the world. But I know not everyone wants to DIY it—and that’s where my planning service comes in. I take the guesswork out of it all and bring the joy back into travel planning.

My favorite part of this work? Helping people fall in love with the places I’ve discovered—from the buzz of Bangkok to the beaches of Mexico, from hidden food stalls in Japan to the luxury suites of Paris.

So if you’re ready for a trip that’s not just another vacation—but a memory you’ll talk about for years—I’d love to work with you. Let’s plan something epic.

Specialties

Where Benny goes deep.

Points & Award Travel

Everyday spending into front-of-cabin trips.

Luxury Family Travel

Premium journeys that work for the whole family.

Frequent-Flyer Strategy

Making the most of the miles you already earn.

Places I Have Been

A selection of the destinations Ben has traveled.

THAILAND

A Southeast Asian favorite for temples, beaches, vibrant cities, and renowned cuisine.

JAPAN

A captivating mix of ancient temples, futuristic cities, cherry blossoms, and refined cuisine.

MEXICO

A vibrant country of beaches, ancient ruins, colonial towns, and rich culinary traditions.

SPAIN

A lively country of flamenco, tapas, architecture, and coastlines from Barcelona to Andalusia.

ITALY

A bucket-list favorite for art, ancient ruins, cuisine, and scenery from Rome to the Amalfi Coast.

UNITED STATES

A vast country spanning iconic cities, national parks, and coast-to-coast diversity.

SOUTHEAST ASIA

A tropical region of temples, beaches, street food, and diverse cultures across many countries.

Languages

English

Thai

Spanish

Favorite Products

Planning Travel Since

2015

What travelers say

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“Every connection landed, every detail handled. We just showed up and lived it.”

The Hartmans

“Found value I never would have spotted, and made the whole trip effortless.”

D. Okafor

“Handled the parts we did not even know to worry about.”

M. & L. Reyes

Start your journey

Tell Benny where you have always meant to go.

It gets built, booked inside the right program, and watched until you are home.