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For my husband’s 40th, we took a four-night trip to Napa, where he drank his first-ever glass of wine! We spent two days winery hopping and took a day trip to Lake Tahoe.  Flights / Transportation: Roundtrip MCI to Oakland using my husband’s Southwest Companion Pass and points. The cost for the 2 of us to […]

February 22, 2023

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This past May, my family of four went to Hawaii with my mom and aunt. We used points and miles to pay for our hotels, rental cars, and flights. It was an epic outdoor adventure! Flights / Transportation: I booked a set of one-way flights for this trip. We flew KC to Maui, Maui to Kona, […]

February 20, 2023

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In December, my family of four spent four unforgettable nights in New York City during the holiday season. From the nostalgic window displays at Macy’s Herald Square to the charming Christmas Markets scattered across Manhattan, NYC was bursting with festive cheer! Whether you’re planning your own NYC holiday trip or want to learn how to […]

February 9, 2023

Southwest companion pass

Updated: December 2024 The Southwest Companion Pass is the benefit that allows you to choose one person to fly with you, free of airline charges (it does not include taxes and fees, which are $5.60 for one way in the US). But before I get into the Companion Pass, here are some awesome perks with […]

February 9, 2023