Discover how to secure a mortgage approval even while actively pursuing the miles and points hobby. Learn from our journey of buying a dream home without sacrificing travel rewards, maintaining a strong credit score, and managing credit card applications. Perfect for those balancing financial goals and a passion for travel. The...

At the beginning of the year, I took advantage of several “free” cruise offers before my husband’s  MGM Gold status had expired for good. All the links included in that post still work, by the way. My husband and I don’t gamble, so I knew it was the case of...

Discover how you can fly to Hong Kong in business for less than the cost of an economy ticket using miles and points. Learn the tips and strategies for maximizing credit card rewards to enjoy luxurious flights at a fraction of the price. The post How I’m Flying to Hong Kong...

Have you ever wondered how to leave a large Membership Rewards balance for family in case of death? Here are three ways to keep them from disappearing.

Explore the challenges of flying kids in business class, from high costs and behavior issues to entitlement concerns. Discover why this luxurious option may not be ideal for young travelers and their families. The post Kids in Business Class: Why It’s a Bad Idea appeared first on Miles For Family.

Aloha, as Black Friday and Cyber Monday approach, the overwhelming task of hunting down the best Hawaii Black Friday travel deals can seem daunting. I update this list every year and I have to say that 2024 is proving to be lackluster. I hope we see some better options soon....

There is a simple trick to save money by changing your point of sale on air travel. You…

Discover the top benefits of flying in business class, from enhanced comfort and privacy to personalized service and entertainment. Learn how these perks can make long flights more enjoyable and stress-free for both children and parents, ensuring a memorable travel experience for your family. The post Benefits of Flying Kids in...

Update on 11/07/2024: Currently  you can get Amazon gift cards on Pepper app at a very good discount. What’s nice is that it’s applied automatically, no need to wait for points to post. If you don’t yet have Pepper Rewards app and plan to download it, I would appreciate it...

Do you love Soviet architecture? Are you fascinated by videos about life in North Korea? If you said Yes to both questions, this post is for you. I’ve mentioned before that my mom  feels nostalgic when talking about Soviet Union. It’s not that she loved the regime itself. Here is...

This is the next installment in a series of posts on my recent trip to Europe. See my previous posts: Back from another  family reunion: galloping through Europe and driving my husband crazy , 24 hours in NYC with kids (plus review of Hyatt Place New York Midtown-South) , Our...

Traveling with children is a whole different ballgame from traveling without them. Kids have different wants and needs from adults. So besides the typical stuff you have to pack for…

Last month, I shared where my husband and I are spending our Chase World of Hyatt credit card free night certificates (see this post). This month, our free night certificates from our Chase IHG credit cards arrived. We pay a $99 annual fee in exchange for a free night at...

It’s a new month with several new transfer bonuses! So far, there are 4 new transfer bonuses and 5 that have continued from September/October. New: Capital One 20% Transfer Bonus to British Airways From 11/1/24 through 12/1/24, Capital One has a 20% transfer bonus to British Airways Avios. Keep in...