Delta SkyMiles are known for high prices and unpredictable award costs. The good news? You don’t have to use SkyMiles to fly Delta. Thanks to airline partnerships, you can often book Delta-operated flights using partner airline miles — frequently for far fewer points. In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how to book Delta flights […]

One of my favorite parts of this hobby? Helping my family travel like they deserve—without paying full price. My sister and her husband recently took a long weekend to Philadelphia, and thanks to smart points strategies, they paid just $22 total for flights and hotel. Here’s how they booked it—and what made it one of […]

If you’ve ever looked up a flight using your credit card points and thought, “That’s way too many points,” you’re not alone. The trick? Transfer partners. When you earn flexible points from programs like Chase Ultimate Rewards®, American Express® Membership Rewards, Capital One Miles, or Citi ThankYou® Points, you can move those points to over […]

An offer being reworked and a brand new credit card from our favorite bank! Chase relaunched The New Chase Sapphire Reserve® Credit Card and introduced The New Sapphire Reserve for BusinessSM. The launch was pre-announced last week, but it’s officially live today. While the new cards come with a higher annual fee, they’ve added a ton of new […]

Starting February 1, 2026, Capital One Venture X cardholders will experience significant changes to their lounge access benefits. These updates may impact the overall value proposition of the card, especially for travelers who frequently utilize lounge amenities. Key Changes Effective February 1, 2026 1. Introduction of Annual Lounge Access Fee 2. Guest Access Fees 3. […]

The summer travel season is in full swing, and June brings several excellent opportunities to get more value from your points. Whether you’re planning a European getaway, a luxury beach resort stay, or a long-haul business class flight, this month’s transfer bonuses can significantly stretch your rewards. Below is a breakdown of the most valuable […]

If you want to unlock incredible travel savings for nearly two full years, this guide will walk you through the process of earning and maximizing the Southwest Companion Pass, including the newest changes. Thinking about earning the Companion Pass — but want to do it the right way? I help families stack points and credits […]

All-Inclusive Resorts in Mexico You Can Book With Points (Hyatt Guide for Families) All-inclusive resorts in Mexico can be shockingly expensive when you pay cash — especially for families booking multiple rooms during school breaks. The good news? You can often book Hyatt all-inclusive resorts in Mexico using points. We’ve seen these same resorts price […]

If you’re looking to travel more without spending more, learning how to earn points and miles is key. One of the easiest and most underrated ways to boost your earnings? Shopping portals. What Is a Shopping Portal? A shopping portal (like Rakuten, AAdvantage eShopping, Southwest Rapid Rewards Shopping, or TopCashback) is a website that rewards […]

If you’re just getting into the world of points and miles, you’ve probably asked yourself, “Is this going to mess up my credit score?” Great question—and I’m here to break it down in a way that’s easy to understand and stress-free to navigate. The truth is: using credit cards to earn travel rewards can actually […]