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If you’re looking for a stunning destination with unforgettable outdoor activities, Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park should be at the top of your list. Our family of four visited a couple of years ago, and we had an amazing time experiencing the beauty of the mountains, pristine lakes, and rich wildlife. From riding […]

March 15, 2025

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In this success story, find out how Denise’s family of four traveled to Maui for a dream vacation without paying for flights or a hotel room on the last night, thanks to savvy points and miles strategies. Here’s how they made it happen: Flying to Maui for Free with Southwest Points We were relatively new […]

January 5, 2025

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11 nights in Italy and 11 nights in Ireland. We made my husband’s dream of visiting Ireland, where his ancestry is from, come true. Then I said, since we are already far from home, let’s go to Italy too! He agreed that I could figure out the budget. Then travel hacking came into my life! […]

November 19, 2024

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Yellowstone National Park is one of America’s most iconic destinations, drawing millions of visitors each year. From its mesmerizing geothermal wonders to its wildlife-filled valleys, it’s no wonder Yellowstone is on every traveler’s bucket list. However, planning a trip to this vast park can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to finding affordable lodging options. […]

August 5, 2024

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It’s wild to me that I have taken my family to Hawaii twice in the past two years. If I can do it, so can you Flights / Transportation Roundtrip Kansas City (MCI) to Kauai using our Southwest Companion Passes and points. The cost for the 4 of us to fly was just under $45. […]

May 7, 2024

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I’m thrilled to share Ellen’s story of redeeming points for her trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Rehoboth. She did a fantastic job using her points to pay for her hotels and airfare. This post contains valuable information you will want to take advantage of, like requesting vouchers for flight delays and using the right […]

December 29, 2023

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I’m thrilled to share Keri’s story of redeeming points for her trip to Kauai! She did an amazing job by using her points to pay for her hotels and airfare. This post is full of valuable information that you won’t want to miss! Keri’s Story My husband and I had an amazing summer vacation in […]

November 29, 2023

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Food and Favorite Movie Sites My husband and I enjoyed a kid-free trip to Boston this past weekend. We paid $0 for flights and our hotel, thanks to my sister, Nicole, at Points and Miles Teachers.  We are the parents of two young kids; on this trip, we saw, ate, and slept– perfection!  Hotel: Booked with […]

November 24, 2023

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I am so excited to share Jess’s reader redemption story to Paris! She did a great job utilizing points to cover her hotels and airfare! Jess’s Story I went with my husband to Paris in the summer of 2022. It was our first international trip since pre-COVID, and we were celebrating our 15th engagement anniversary […]

September 13, 2023

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Ellen sent me her reader success story, and it brought back so many of my own memories. My husband and I took our own trip to Napa in 2022 for his 40th birthday. You can read more about our redemption here. I loved hearing about Ellen’s trip and am so happy to share it with […]

September 4, 2023