
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta Passenger Melts Down Over Crying Baby, But Who Was Really The Brat?
A man took to social media to bitterly complain about a crying baby on his Delta Air Lines flight to New York City. But who was actually the little brat in this situation? Who’s The Little Brat? Man Upset At Crying Child On Delta Air Lines Flight Pat McAuliffe had...

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Travel Companions: The More the Merrier, or the Fewer the Better?
Note: I’m currently traveling in Asia and will have limited access to the internet. Replies to comments and emails will be delayed. When it comes to travel, do you prefer to keep your group small? Or, do you like to organize trips with larger groups of friends, neighbors and extended...

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One Thing I Did Not Pay Attention to Before This Hobby
Note: I’m currently traveling in Asia and will have limited access to the internet. Replies to comments and emails will be delayed. It’s hard to believe I’ve been knee-deep in this miles and points travel hobby for over a decade now. And by knee-deep, I don’t mean just dabbling in...

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Eating Insects Abroad: Yay or Nay?
Note: I’m currently traveling in Asia and will have limited access to the internet. Replies to comments and emails will be delayed. You know that saying “When in Rome, do as the Romans do?” How far are you willing to take that when it comes to food? When I was...

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The Popular Flight Amenity I Don’t Care About
Note: I’m currently traveling in Asia and will have limited access to the internet. Replies to comments and emails will be delayed. Blankets, pillows, eye masks, in-flight entertainment screens and snacks can make a long flight more bearable. But, there is one flight amenity that I really don’t care about...

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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...

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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...