Miles For Family
January 2026 Transfer Bonuses (Lightweight month so far!)
January 2026 has been a bit slow on transfer bonuses so far. But, it’s always nice when a new bonus comes along that helps us stretch our miles and points. NEW: Capital One 15% Transfer Bonus to Avianca LifeMiles Through February 11, 2026, get 15% transfer bonus from Capital One...
Your Mileage May Vary
The 7 Foods That Can Get You Flagged at TSA (Even If You’re a Frequent Flyer)
When going through the TSA security area, the goal is to get through as quickly as possible. For frequent flyers, doing everything to get you through quickly eventually becomes like…
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The 7 Foods That Can Get You Flagged at TSA (Even If You’re a Frequent Flyer)
When going through the TSA security area, the goal is to get through as quickly as possible. For frequent flyers, doing everything to get you through quickly eventually becomes like…
Miles For Family
Easier Said Than Done: Double Stacking CSR Hotel Credits
In Monday’s recap post, I shared this article from Danny the Deal Guru about the new $250 hotel credit on the Chase Sapphire Reserve card and how it can be double-stacked with The Edit hotel credit. In short, if you own the CSR, you can get a $250 hotel credit...
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Booked! 2 Business Class Award Seats to Asia During Peak Travel Time
As I mentioned in my earlier post about my 2026 travel plans, my son and his friend are going to Thailand at the end of the year. This will be his college graduation present. Due to their class schedules, the only time they can go is over the Christmas/New Year’s...
Travel Points Playbook
Looking Back: My Top Posts of 2025
Now that the calendar has flipped to 2026, and as I approach my 1-year anniversary on BoardingArea, I… The post Looking Back: My Top Posts of 2025 appeared first on Travel Points Playbook.
Miles For Family
Hodgepodge: The Best Word to Describe my Spring Break Travel Plans
My family’s next “big” trip is in March when we head to St. Maarten in the Caribbean. Now that the holidays are over, I’ve spent the last few days finalizing the details for this trip. After looking at the trip in total, the best word to describe our travel plans...
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Leana’s National Parks Trip Recap, 2026 Predictions and More
Leana’s National Parks Trip Recap: Leana, the OG writer and founder of this blog, recently spent a few weeks driving around the Western USA to visit Zion, Grand Canyon, Monument Valley and Canyon De Chelly. You can see her photos and recap on our Facebook page here. Welcome to 2026!...
The Travel Sisters
Bank of America Free Museum Days This Weekend
The Bank of America Free Museum Days program is back for 2026. Find out dates and details. The post Bank of America Free Museum Days This Weekend appeared first on The Travel Sisters.
Miles For Family
My 2026 Travel Plans
Happy New Year! It’s 2026, and I’ve got exciting trips lined up throughout the year. Unfortunately, I’m not going on all of them myself, but I will live vicariously through my kids’ solo trips. Here’s where miles and points are taking my family this year: Epic Universe In just a...
Miles For Family
My Top 5 Travel Experiences of 2025
It’s hard to believe it’s the last day of 2025 already. This year has been full of travel experiences for my family, all thanks to this miles and points hobby. We explored new destinations, and I returned to some places I haven’t visited in many years. This year, I completed...
Miles For Family
Bilt 2.0 Speculation, Booking Azores Airlines and More
I’m enjoying some days off work and spending time with my family. I hope you are doing the same! Here is the latest miles and points news from around the web: Bilt Rent Day January 2026 and Bilt 2.0 Speculation: I’m not impressed at all with Bilt’s January 2026 Rent...
Bald Thoughts
Kayaking in Kentucky with Lynn Camp Launch
Like most families, we’re constantly on the go. Whether it’s running from one school function to another, in between practices, or daily errands like groceries and gas, there doesn’t seem to be enough time with the family. Like, actually spending time together rather than coexisting in the same room. So...
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Boy Refused a Passport Because His Name Is Copyrighted
You would think that when it comes to passports, the rules would be the same across the board from country to country. It’s not that simple For example, several countries…
Hawaii Calling
Review: The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay — North Shore Luxury with Room to Breathe
After spending years reviewing resorts across Hawai‘i, I can say that Turtle Bay has always held a certain mystique. It’s remote, rugged, and unmistakably North Shore — the opposite of Waikīkī’s polished vertical skyline. So when Ritz-Carlton added its mark here, I knew I had to see whether the experience...