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My First Credit Card Cancellation of 2025
Yesterday, I wrote about my first new credit card of the year. I don’t just keep adding new cards to my wallet, I also cancel cards from time to time if I don’t think the fees/benefits are worth it. I just canceled my first card of the year. Hilton Honors...
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February 2025 Transfer Bonuses
It’s been a slow start to the year for transfer bonuses, but two new bonuses just started for February 2025. Chase 30% Transfer Bonus to Virgin Atlantic From now through February 17, 2025, get 30% bonus points when transferring from Chase Ultimate Rewards to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. Virgin Atlantic...
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My First Credit Card Approval of 2025
I’ve said it before, and I’ll keep saying it for clarification: The easiest way to earn miles and points for award travel is by opening a new credit card to take advantage of a welcome offer of bonus points. Typically, a welcome offer is 50,000-100,000 bonus miles/points after spending $3k-$5k...
Points With a Crew
Where to put a car seat on an airplane?
A car seat is the safest place for a child, even on an airplane. But what are the rules of where it can go?
Pizza in Motion
Is United Airlines Raising The Price Of Anytime Awards?
The price of most mileage awards goes in one direction, up.  We hunt for deals, and find some great ones.  But, the ceiling on the most expensive awards continue to rise, even as those deals persist.  A recent observation makes me think United has... The post Is United Airlines Raising The...
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100k Business Card Bonus, Book TAP Air Portugal with JetBlue Points, and More
United Business Card 100k Offer: The Chase United Business Card now has a welcome offer of 100k miles after spending $5k in 3 months. This is a lower spending requirement than previous welcome offers. The card is a non-affiliate link. See this post on Frequent Miler. You Can Now Redeem...
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Great Deal for Families: 3-Bedroom Unit in Orlando for 20k Choice Points Per Night
This is a quick post to make you aware of an amazing deal you can currently snag in Orlando (even during high season). Lately, Choice program has been increasing award rates on its most popular properties. In addition, pricing on premium rooms and bigger units has also gone up. But...
TravelUpdate
Amex removes card benefits, World of Hyatt is broken & more…
Amex kills card benefits, World of Hyatt is broken, how can we fix it? That and more as we look at some of the interesting stories this week.
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6 Reasons to Visit Hong Kong Disneyland (and 2 Reasons to Skip It)
While Hong Kong has many unique experiences for visitors, there was no way I was going to omit Hong Kong Disneyland from my itinerary. Hong Kong Disneyland may be Disney’s smallest park, but my daughter and I were thoroughly entertained during our two days there. If you are even remotely...
Points With a Crew
Should you expect hotel fire alarm compensation?
If the fire alarm goes off at your hotel, should you expect hotel fire alarm compensation. What do you think should happen in a situation where ...
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Why I’ve Decided to Speculatively Transfer Most of My Membership Rewards Points to Hawaiian Program
I’m sure many of you know where this is going. So, we only have a few months until Hawaiian and Alaska frequent flyer programs will officially merge. It will also mean the end of Amex and Hawaiian partnership. In fact, Amex stopped transfers for awhile, though the function has been...
Bald Thoughts
Treehouse Adventures at Horse Cave KOA
Looking for a family adventure that’s a bit out of the ordinary? Look no further than the incredible treehouses at Horse Cave KOA. During our latest visit to Kentucky, we booked a Horse Cave KOA treehouse to create unforgettable memories for our family. These whimsical retreats provide the perfect blend...
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Review: Disney Explorers Lodge at Hong Kong Disneyland
This is a continuation of my Hong Kong trip report. See my previous blog posts about this trip: Hong Kong Highlights, Review: China Airlines Business Class Ontario to Taipei to Hong Kong,Review: United Airlines Business Class Hong Kong to San Francisco, Hyatt Regency Hong Kong Tsim Sha Tsui, Ngong Ping...
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“Serving” up a new travel destination Down Under
If you’re read some of my prior blog posts, you probably know that my husband and son are really into tennis. They enjoy watching it in person (thanks to miles and points travel to the Laver Cup, US Open and Cincinnati Open), watching it on TV, and playing it a...
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What We Did During Our Recent Family Vacation to Florida Keys
Last week, I wrote a review of Baker’s Cay resort in Key Largo via Hilton points, our base during  recent trip to the area. I’ve said before that my two favorite spots in my home state  are St. Augustine and Florida Keys. I never get tired of visiting either one...