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Cheap Fare Alert: ~$400 from New York, Miami, or Los Angeles to Iguazu Falls

May 31, 2014 by Angelina Aucello 7 Comments

I just booked myself a nice Veteran’s Day weekend trip to Iguazu Falls for November due to an irresistible low fare! I do not expect this deal to last very long, and as of now it still is live. This will be my third time traveling to South America for under $500. Last year, I … [Read More…]

Filed Under: Point&Deals, Uncategorized

Sometimes it’s Worth it to Use Avios Instead of AAdvantage Miles

May 23, 2014 by Angelina Aucello 12 Comments

Once in a while my brother will reach out and run an award redemption by me. When I received a text from him saying that he was about to spend 12,500 AA miles + a $75 close-in fee for a last-minute domestic redemption from Columbia, SC to Cincinnati, I immediately told him to hold off. … [Read More…]

Filed Under: Strategies, Uncategorized

How to Get Hyatt Diamond Status Until February 2016

May 19, 2014 by Angelina Aucello 9 Comments

I’ve written about Hyatt Diamond status, the highest level of the Hyatt GoldPassport loyalty program, plenty of times, and it’s no secret that having top-tier status allows you to have a better traveling experience overall. You might recall seeing my post about my stay at the new Andaz Maui at Wailea, and how my family … [Read More…]

Filed Under: Hyatt, Strategies, Uncategorized

My Spontaneous Trip to the House of Miles

May 16, 2014 by Angelina Aucello 6 Comments

Last week, the Godfather of frequent flyer miles himself (and founder of BoardingArea), Randy Peterson, extended an invite to all BoardingaArea bloggers to think about a nice face-to-face visit by popping into the House of Miles in Colorado Springs. Yes, there is an actual HQ building called the House of Miles, and it’s located on … [Read More…]

Filed Under: Inspiration, Uncategorized

Packing Mishaps Solved by Thrifting

April 26, 2014 by Angelina Aucello 11 Comments

I’ve been so excited for my first solo “back in action” trip. My mother agreed to care for Baby Points Traveler, so that I could have a weekend for myself (complete with lots of sleeping in). What a great belated birthday gift! In short, my extended-weekend plans looked like this: Thursday and Friday in Seattle … [Read More…]

Filed Under: Inspiration, Uncategorized

Some Birthday Surprises from Loyalty Programs

April 10, 2014 by Angelina Aucello 9 Comments

I’m entering the first year of my “late twenties” next week, and gifts are already starting to flood in from the people I tend to spend the most time with – loyalty programs, of course. Aside from my annual free Sephora VIB beauty gift and my free Victoria’s Secret birthday coupons that I look forward … [Read More…]

Filed Under: Point&Deals, Uncategorized

14% Off Frontier Airlines Flights

April 1, 2014 by Angelina Aucello Leave a Comment

From now until April 3, 2014, Frontier Airlines has a promo code (NOFOOLIN) that allows you to take 14% off your flight if you travel by June 12, 2014. Let’s connect: Twitter | Facebook | Subscribe | japt.co

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I Got a Random Free Gift from United – How About You?

March 18, 2014 by Angelina Aucello 8 Comments

I love unexpected pleasant surprises from airlines in my inbox (like my free Platinum status from American Airlines a few months ago). Just a few moments ago, I opened an email from United offering me the choice of a Regional Premier Upgrade certificate or 2 United Club Lounge passes, along with the opportunity to earn … [Read More…]

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My Retention Bonus Results… Blah

March 15, 2014 by Angelina Aucello 13 Comments

Last February, I applied for several new points and miles cards. I can’t believe how fast a year can zoom by – before I knew it, I realized all of the annual fees have posted. Of course, I immediately got on the phone to see if the fee could be waived or if I would … [Read More…]

Filed Under: Credit Cards, Uncategorized

Getting Caught Doing Naughty Things by a Loyalty Program

February 26, 2014 by Angelina Aucello 26 Comments

I’ve said it many times before – I “wear the points” in my family. What I mean by that is I take much joy in managing Mr. Points Traveler and my own loyalty account balances. I will soon have to add a 3rd collection of loyalty programs to the roster now that Baby Points Traveler has … [Read More…]

Filed Under: Inspiration, Uncategorized Tagged With: Funny Stories

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Hi! I'm Angelina, and traveling and deals excite me. Simply put, I'm a points & miles fanatic who takes too many vacations.

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