Last Monday, I took a historic trip to Havana. Not only was I on board the first commercial flight to Havana from New York in over 50 years, my trip also coincidently happened to fall during the mourning period of Fidel Castro. I knew this visit would be one for the books, and I was … [Read More…]
You Can Now Earn 3x JetBlue TrueBlue Points on Amazon Purchases!
Starting today, you can now earn 3 JetBlue TrueBlue points per dollar spent at Amazon while flying or on the ground. Customers can take advantage of the offer in the air or anywhere on the ground: Earn Points While Flying: TrueBlue members have an opportunity to earn points for shopping while they fly. Customers who … [Read More…]
The Craziest Theft Story Happened to My Best Friend on a Delta Flight Yesterday
My best friend Aileen (her blog is Points and a Passport) and I travel together frequently. Both of us are constantly on the move, crossing paths in random cities around the world. While we both live busy lives, we still manage to stay connected on a daily basis, often talking travel and catching up with … [Read More…]
Flying JetBlue’s Inaugural Flight from New York to Havana, Just Days After Castro’s Death
It’s no secret that many airlines are diving into the Cuba market – nearly every US airline has already started flying to Cuba. Specifically speaking, JetBlue, American, United, Delta, Frontier, and Spirit all currently have flights to Cuba, and Alaska and Southwest are commencing service within the coming weeks. There are currently 20 daily flights to … [Read More…]
Traveling This Holiday Weekend? T-Mobile Gives 1 Free Hour of Gogo Wifi to Everyone
Starting today through Saturday, November 26, T-Mobile is giving everyone—even AT&T, Verizon & Sprint Customers— 1 hour of free in-flight Gogo Wi-Fi. Switching to T-Mobile was a decision I will always be proud of. T-Mobile customers already have in-flight connectivity perks with a free hour of Wi-Fi and free texting all flight long for smartphones on all Gogo®-equipped domestic … [Read More…]
7 Strategies For Getting a Hotel Upgrade
It’s always nice to be pleasantly surprised with a nicer room than you booked at check-in. When traveling, I usually book the cheapest available room type for my needs, and hope to get upgraded when I arrive. Allow me to share some of my strategies for getting an upgrade at a hotel: Book Direct Aside … [Read More…]
The Connection Between Discrimination and Uber & Lyft Cancellations
Discrimination and racial-profiling based on skin color and ethnic-appearance is unfortunately part of the world we live in. While we’ve come a long way enforcing equality throughout history, discrimination is still very much a real and sensitive issue. On the same token, living in a digital world means that we’re exposed to so much information up front, … [Read More…]
Debunking 11 Myths About Miles & Points
I had a great time at the annual Chicago Seminars last month meeting many like-minded points and miles enthusiasts at all levels. One of my two sessions that weekend was “Mythbusters: Miles & Points Edition”. Whether you’re new to the hobby or are a long-time veteran, you probably already know that some people just don’t “get us“, and there are … [Read More…]
Let’s Meet-Up in Maho Beach in St. Maarten (SXM) For Some Plane Spotting AvGeek Fun!
Have you heard of Maho Beach in St. Maarten? Even if you haven’t, you’ve definitely seen it in pictures! Maho beach is a must-see for any aviation enthusiast, as you can watch large and small aircraft land just yards above you, and it’s been at the top of my bucket list forever! I was thrilled when I … [Read More…]
6 Weekend Getaway Ideas Under $500
I like to call myself the queen of spontaneous, short-hop travel. Dad is more of a planner, but is an expert at visiting new international cities on a budget. Getting away for a little while is satisfying because it gives you that “vacation” feeling without fully disrupting life back home. My secret to being able to … [Read More…]
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