Hawaii Calling
10 Best Things To Do On O’ahu In November (2025)
Aloha, are you ready to explore the best things to do on O’ahu in November? With warm weather, fewer crowds, and an array of exciting events and activities, there’s no better time to discover the island’s hidden gems and unique Hawaiian culture. From attending captivating cultural festivals to embarking on...
Miles For Family
Hitting the Easy Button: Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai International Tourism and Resort Zone
This is a continuation of my Japan/China trip report. See also Back from China and Japan Trip! 5 Takeaways, Worth it: JAL Premium Economy Award Seats, Better Than Expected: AA Premium Economy Shanghai PVG to DFW, Hits and Misses from our day at Tokyo DisneySea, Take this Line and Shove...
Hawaii Calling
Courtyard O‘ahu North Shore Review: Spacious, Family-Friendly, and Surprisingly Local
If you’ve ever driven up O‘ahu’s North Shore, you know the journey alone is half the experience — sweeping coastal views, glimpses of Kahana Bay, and those postcard-perfect Ko‘olau cliffs that never seem to get old. This Courtyard O‘ahu North Shore review in La‘ie sits right in the middle of...
Miles To Memories
Walt Disney World Loses Me, Again
We love Walt Disney World, but we aren't accepting their current prices. Today, I uniquely illustrate how out of whack it's become. The post Walt Disney World Loses Me, Again appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Miles For Family
Increased Credit Card Bonuses, New Flights to London and More
Increased Welcome Bonuses on Wells Fargo Expedia Cards: Through December 1, 2025, get up to $600 bonus on the Wells Fargo Expedia credit cards. See this post on Miles to Memories for more info. Citi AA Business Card 75k Welcome Bonus:  The Citi/AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard (non-affiliate link) now...
Live and Let’s Fly
“Shut Your Kid Up!” Grotesque United Passenger Berates Family For Crying Toddler, Forcing Crew Intervention
A disturbing incident on a United Airlines flight from Rome to Washington Dulles involved a passenger cursing at a family over their two-year-old child, prompting intervention from both flight attendants and fellow travelers. United Passenger Allegedly Curses At Family Over Crying Child A couple traveling with their two-year-old son on...
Miles For Family
October 2025 Transfer Bonuses (5 new!)
It’s a new month, which means it’s time to see which new transfer bonuses will help us stretch our miles and points for free travel. New: Chase 30% Transfer bonus to British Airways, Aer Lingus and Iberia Avios Through October 31, 2025, get 30% transfer bonus from Chase to British...
Hawaii Calling
Queen Kapiolani Hotel Review: Retro Charm with Diamond Head Views
This Queen Kapiolani Hotel review has been a long time coming after many reader requests. Loved by locals, it could be a great fit for you too—depending on what matters most in your stay. Sitting at the southeastern edge of Waikiki, the Queen Kapiolani Hotel is a long-time favorite for...
Nerd Ka Travel
American Airlines Plans Regional Fleet Upgrades for a More Consistent Travel Experience
American Airlines is moving forward with a plan to bring its regional aircraft more in line with its mainline fleet. With the largest regional fleet of any U.S. carrier, the airline says it is focusing on upgrades that emphasize comfort, […]
Miles For Family
Switching from Business to Premium Economy for Flight Home from Asia
My daughter and I have a trip to Thailand booked for next summer. I was so excited to find award availability for 2 people in business class both ways across the Pacific Ocean! Unfortunately, due to some scheduling conflicts, we decided to change our return date. Thankfully, it wasn’t too...
Miles For Family
Beijing: Visiting Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven
This is a continuation of my Japan/China trip report. See also Back from China and Japan Trip! 5 Takeaways, Worth it: JAL Premium Economy Award Seats, Better Than Expected: AA Premium Economy Shanghai PVG to DFW, Hits and Misses from our day at Tokyo DisneySea, Take this Line and Shove...
Miles For Family
New Fingerprint Scans for Europe, Chase $50 Travel Credit and More
Americans Visiting Europe Will Be Required to Have Fingerprint Scan: Starting next month, Americans visiting 29 European countries will be required to have their fingerprints and faces scanned upon entering and exiting. See this news story for the latest. Targeted Chase $50 Travel Credit: Some Chase Sapphire Preferred and Chase...
Live and Let’s Fly
Paid For Extra Legroom, Ended Up Babysitting Strangers’ Kids At The Exit Row
We often talk about families demanding seat swaps or premium rows without paying for them. But this case was different: a traveler paid extra for an exit row seat, only to spend four hours with children hovering in his space, blocking the window and leaning over him as if the...
TravelUpdate
This Might Just Be My Best Domestic Economy Award Redemption
It's not often that I snag such an excellent award ticket. I try to get solid value out of my miles, but this rarely happens for economy flights. This is why I burn most of my miles for business class itineraries. But once in a while I'll find an amazing...
Miles For Family
$750 Bonus on No-fee Business Credit Card
I mostly chase credit cards that offer miles and points for free travel. However, cards that offer cash back can be a great addition to your wallet. US Bank just increased the welcome bonus this no-fee business credit card. US Bank Triple Cash Rewards Business Credit Card The US Bank...