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Bilt Adds Another Transfer Partner, Spirit Increases Fees and More
Pay Rent, Fly Qatar’s Luxury Cabins—Bilt Just Added Qatar Airways As A Transfer Partner: Another day, another new Bilt transfer partner! While you could already transfer Bilt to British Airways Avios (and then on to partner Qatar Avios), I’m excited to see if there will be a big Rent Day transfer...

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When it’s the wrong time to buy the cheapest flight
Note: I’m currently traveling in Asia and will have limited access to the internet. Replies to comments and emails will be delayed. Who doesn’t love a bargain? Finding a great deal on flights, whether by cash or points, is always a boon for travelers in this hobby. But, is there...

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Top 3 Things I’m Looking Forward to on Japan/China Trip
I can’t believe my trip to Japan and China is finally here! This trip has been in the planning phase for over two years. While I’m excitedly anticipating everything about this trip, there are a few things I’m looking forward to the most. Visiting my 11th and 12th Disney Theme...

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Finally, a Firm End Date for Amex to Hawaiian/Alaska Point Transfers
The merging of Hawaiian Airlines with Alaska Airlines has been a multi-step process with different milestones occurring over a span of months. The big unknown question has been when American Express will stop allowing point transfers to Hawaiian Airlines (which can then be moved to Alaska miles). Well, we now...

Points With a Crew
Tips for Flying With Kids (From a Father of 6)
Traveling on an airplane with kids can be one of the most stressful parts of parenting, and flying with kids during the COVID-19 pandemic has not made things any easier. There is a reason some parents have been known to make goodie bags for their baby’s fellow passengers (I’m not...

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Hilton Honors Devaluation, New Bilt Transfer Partner and More
Friday news round-up! Devaluation: Hilton Honors Now Charges up to 200k Per Night: It’s never good news when hotels start charging more points per night. See this post on One Mile at a Time. Bilt Adds Japan Airlines As 1:1 Transfer Partner—Plus Skip The 60-Day Wait To Redeem Awards: It’s...

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Longest Lazy River in the World Coming to Perfect Day Mexico
Royal Caribbean just announced more details on Perfect Day Mexico, the cruise line’s new upcoming private destination in Costa Maya, Mexico. And I must say, it looks impressive! Perfect Day Mexico From the pier, you can walk to Perfect Day Mexico or take one of the colorful trajineras boats. With...

Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Parents Humiliated as British Airways Removes Them From Flight Over Baby’s Insect Bites
A couple traveling with their one-year-old son to attend a family wedding in London claim they were made to feel like criminals after they were booted from a British Airways flight in Shanghai because their baby had a mystery rash. Arthur, 34, and his wife Xun Sun, 35, along with...

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Fixing a Mess of My Own Making (LATAM Schedule Change)
Just a few weeks from now, my family is supposed to leave for what (hopefully) will be an adventure of a lifetime. We are planning to visit Peru and Easter island on the same trip. The problem? I only had a total of 11 days for both places and that...

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Final Days for CSP 100k Bonus Offer
Last month, Chase increased the bonus on the Chase Sapphire Preferred card to 100,000 points. Well, all good things must come to an end. This increased offer expires this week on May 15, 2025 at 9 a.m. EDT. Chase Sapphire Preferred Card Chase Sapphire Preferred (Nancy’s referral link and Leana’s...

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Letting Go of Perfection in Travel Planning
Planning vacations is one of my favorite things to do in my spare time. I genuinely love researching destinations, exploring places to stay and things to do, and figuring out an ideal itinerary. I try to farm out some of the planning to my family members, but they’re just not...

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Last call for 75k miles + $250 bonus on Capital One Venture Rewards Card
Last call! This offer expires May 12, 2025. One of my favorite credit cards that I recommend for beginners in this miles and points travel hobby has an increased welcome offer for a limited time! Capital One Venture Rewards Card The Capital One Venture Rewards Card (affiliate link) currently has...

Live and Let’s Fly
Appreciation Of A Traveling Mother: My Wife
Throughout the year, the evidence of my wife’s dedication to our children is evident, especially when we travel. Always Sharing Her Seat When it comes to traveling as a family, especially with infants, it’s my wife that shares her seat. This isn’t my mandate, I’d welcome the kids sharing my...