Miles For Family
The 3 Most Exciting Announcements from D23 Disney Fan Convention
This past weekend, the D23 Disney Fan Event took place in Anaheim. Disney typically reveals new developments coming to parks and Disney Cruise Line at this event. I’ve learned to tamper my expectations, however, because not all past revelations have come to fruition. Nonetheless, this year Disney Experiences Chairman Josh...
God Save The Points
Flying With Kids Under 2 Is Basically Travel Hacking
I’m pretty hands off when it comes to sharing parenting advice. Every kid is different and I’m not much for preaching to others — what works... The post Flying With Kids Under 2 Is Basically Travel Hacking appeared first on God Save The Points.
Miles For Family
Is it too early to start planning a trip to LA28 Olympics?
Like many of you, my husband and I have enjoyed watching the Paris Summer Olympics these past few weeks. We’ve always been a fan of the Olympics (especially the summer games), and we watch them every four years. We had hoped to attend the 2016 Rio games, but lack of...
Frequent Miler
Podcast: Tips for Better Family Travel | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep267 | 8-9-24
We get asked a lot about how to travel as a family…or how to make family travel better. In today’s episode of Frequent Miler on the Air, we’ll answer the call and share our (…ok Nick’s) tips for family travel. Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform....
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New Virgin Credit Card, Wyndham Timeshare Promotion and More
Fiji Airways Launches Dallas to Fiji Non-stop Flight: I was excited to see this news of a new nonstop flight in the works from DFW to Fiji starting in December. Even if you don’t live near DFW, this flight is good news for Midwest and East Coast flyers to the...
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Visiting Copenhagen, Denmark and Alesund, Norway
Europe 2024 Trip Report So Far: Back from 18-day Europe Trip, Review: Iberia Business Class DFW to MAD, Hits and Misses from my First MSC Cruise, DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station Review, Two Days in Amsterdam, Visiting Efteling the Dutch Fairytale Theme Park, Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Slumming it in...
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Visiting the Revamped Casa Bonita, the “Disneyland of Mexican Restaurants”
Last weekend, I had the opportunity to visit the revamped Casa Bonita restaurant in Lakewood (near Denver), Colorado. Casa Bonita has always been on my itinerary when I visit my hometown, and it’s back and better than ever! History of Casa Bonita Unless you’re from Oklahoma or Colorado, you’ve probably...
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Super Fast Turnaround on my Daughter’s Global Entry Enrollment Process
One benefit I would hate to travel without is TSA PreCheck. I love the shorter security lines (usually) and the expedited entry to the terminal. My husband, oldest son and I have TSA PreCheck benefits through our Global Entry IDs. However, when my younger two kids turned 13, we opted...
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Not Bad: My Experience with Rebooking LATAM Flight Via Qatar Avios Program
As some of you may know, I’m planning to take my family to Peru and Chile (specifically Easter Island) next year. Not too long ago, I wrote  that I should have used Qatar Avios for some of my flights, but that I planned to leave things alone. That was until...
Points With a Crew
Does Delta Have The Worst Basic Economy?
After flying Delta basic economy with a family of 6 last week, I'm left to wonder - which airline has the worst basic economy?
Miles For Family
Visiting the Beautiful Fjords of Norway
Europe 2024 Trip Report So Far: Back from 18-day Europe Trip, Review: Iberia Business Class DFW to MAD, Hits and Misses from my First MSC Cruise, DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station Review, Two Days in Amsterdam, Visiting Efteling the Dutch Fairytale Theme Park, Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Slumming it in...
Pizza in Motion
That Special Travel Moment I Almost Forgot About
I wrote this story when our family vacation started a couple of weeks ago while I was onboard our flight.  The Wi-fi stopped working (go figure) and I never finished publishing it. Just in case you’re caught up on our travels and wonder why... The post That Special Travel Moment I...
Nerd Ka Travel
Hyatt Centric Portland Review: The Intriguing Soapless Suite Stay 2024
After arriving from Seattle on Delta I made my way to the Hyatt Centric Portland as part of a bigger trip to Hamburg Germany for Aircraft Interiors Expo. I decided to stay at the Hyatt Centric in Portland before continuing
Points With a Crew
Another 4.6 cents per mile redemption with American Airlines
Book a one-way domestic flight for $578? I don't think so!
Miles For Family
August 2024 Transfer Bonuses
It’s a new month, and there are new transfer bonuses! One of the best ways to maximize free travel with miles and points is to transfer flexible points to travel partners when there is a transfer bonus. I don’t recommend transferring unless you see an award available to book. Amex...