Hands down, one of the best things about this hobby are the people in it. There’s nothing more enjoyable than talking miles and points face-to-face  in a social setting with people who “get†this quirky hobby. Exactly one month from today marks my favorite time of year in the points and miles world – the Chicago … [Read More…]
Dad Post: I Left My Club Carlson Points in Russia – How I Planned a 9-Day Trip to Russia on Points and a Cheap Ticket
Back in April. I wrote a post about choosing my next value travel destination by using the “Big Mac Index”. One of the selections that appeared on this year’s index was Russia. Russia can be a challenging vacation destination for most travelers for the following reasons: Getting the dreaded and complicated visa (requiring invitation letters, … [Read More…]
He asked, “How Do You Feel About Me Flying Today?”
That was the question Mr. Points Traveler asked me today before heading off to EWR to catch his flight to Fort Lauderdale. “I feel fine about you traveling today, tomorrow, or any other day”, I answered. It was interesting for him to ask that question, since he was taking into consideration that today marks the … [Read More…]
Goodbye Club Carlson Visa, But Thanks for the Free Night
Earlier this year, a major benefit of the Club Carlson Premier Rewards Visa Signature® Card was removed, and it was honestly a devaluation that brought me to tears. As of June 1, “BOGO” award redemptions were no longer a card-member benefit. I quickly developed a strategy to earn and burn as much as I could before the … [Read More…]
8 Sweet Perks of M Life Platinum Status in Vegas
Like fellow bloggers Points and Pixie Dust and Le Chic Geek, I absolutely love Vegas. There’s something alluring about escaping to a city that’s always sunny and filled with glitz and glam. Of course, Vegas is one of those cities where a “2-night-max” rule applies before you really start losing your mind, money, and dignity. Still, … [Read More…]
The Coolest Thing You Can Ask Siri to Do
One of my favorite things to do in the evening is to go plane-spotting with my kids at the park (which frankly I have been doing a lot of, as indicated by my absence). I apologize if this is old news to my fellow av-geeks, but I’m going nuts over this. If you’re an iPhone … [Read More…]
Two Simple Things to Always Do When Booking an American Airlines Flight
I always book my flights directly with the airlines so avoid the “third-party-booking-headache” that comes when problems arise within the reservation. In my experience, it’s always best to deal directly with the airline that ticketed you. When booking flights on American Airlines, here are two simple things you can do to sweeten the deal: Get … [Read More…]
I Bet You’re Not This Excited About Continental Breakfast
I have some friends who are true hotel-breakfast enthusiasts (Boris, I’m looking at you); some of my travel friends are so passionate about the breakfast offerings that there’s virtually nothing that will stop them from indulging lavishly during every stay. Of course, I’m speaking specifically about Hyatt Diamond breakfasts, which seem to be a in a league … [Read More…]
Miles in a Minute: Free Money, Free Points, Free Chipotle & More
It’s been a busy month of travel for this family, and it’s safe to say I think I’ve mastered traveling with 2 kids under 2. We’re off again to Phoenix tomorrow for the First2Board Sessions where I’ll be presenting on the topic of “Surviving Points Armageddon”. I’m looking forward to a fun-filled weekend … [Read More…]
Today Only: $10 Free at Amazon With $45 Gift Card Purchase
Finally, the much-anticipated Amazon Prime Day has arrived. I have been keeping a close eye on the deal previews and this one certainly caught my eye, since I love “free money” (doesn’t everyone?). It’s safe to say that I shop at Amazon weekly, so this opportunity to get a free $10 was a no-brainer. Today … [Read More…]
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