For years, my husband and I ALWAYS applied jointly for each credit card. Both of our names were on each and every card. That worked fine for years. Then I found how to use credit card points and miles, and we quit that for good. Most major credit card issuers don’t even allow joint accounts […]

I don’t use card points and miles for cheap seats. Now that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t, but I have some reasons I’d like to share with you regarding why I’ve made that choice. Free is free, though. If you are buying 4 airline tickets domestically, I know it can add up. It may make total […]

In today’s special episode, we’ll be discussing the evolution of our credit card strategies over time. We will be sharing insights into our unique approaches and how we have adapted our points stratagies over the years! Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Watch on YouTube Jess began her journey of traveling on points back […]

Sometimes, you may want to downgrade a card instead of canceling it. Let’s go over the basics of how to downgrade a Chase card.   Steps to Downgrade a Chase Card You can downgrade a Sapphire Preferred or Sapphire Reserve by calling the number on the back of your card. The credit card number and […]

We hear from many of our readers that they’d love to go to London for a family trip. I love London – the red double decker buses, Big Ben, and those red telephone booths are some of my favorite sights. Because one of my daughters has lived there for 17+ years, it is the international […]

Hey there, are you dreaming of visiting Paris without breaking the bank? Well, it’s definitely possible! In this episode, we’ll share our experiences visiting the magical city of lights using points and miles. If you are new around here, we are Pam, Jess, and Alex! We are the Travel Mom Squad and have visited Paris multiple times, […]

One of the perks of most hotel credit cards is getting a free annual night certificate each year. You have to remember to use them during the year that they are issued, though, and last year I almost forgot about using an IHG free night certificate. Yikes! I only had 24 days to use it […]

Amber sent us her reader success story to Maui/Oahu. Here is her story: Last June my husband and son flew to Maui/Oahu to visit family and celebrate my husband’s grandfather’s 100th birthday!     We used Southwest points to book the trip as well as a Southwest® Companion Pass that we earned with the Southwest® card […]

New York City is home to some of the most famous landmarks in the world, such as the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Empire State Building, and the Brooklyn Bridge. Whether you want to see one of these landmarks, catch a sports game, see a Broadway show, or enjoy the diverse food in the city, […]

There are so many ways that you can use credit card points and miles, and credit card issuers constantly give you ideas. Not every idea is a great point or mile redemption, so let’s go over the do’s and don’ts of credit card point redemptions.     How NOT to Use Your Points Shop at […]

Let’s talk about credit card minimum spend! This is a GAME CHANGER for racking up those valuable points and miles fast. If you’re new to award travel, this concept may seem a bit daunting, but don’t worry, we’ve got some tips and tricks to help you out. Listen on Apple Podcast Listen on Spotify  Listen […]

Is there a family anywhere that doesn’t love a beach vacation? They are so fun because they offer a perfect combination of relaxation and adventure. The beach provides a beautiful setting for family fun, from building sandcastles to swimming and sunbathing. Overall, beach vacations are ideal for families to bond, make memories, and have a fun […]

Prague is one of my favorite places to visit: it’s cosmopolitan, it’s rich in history, it’s walkable and it’s budget-friendly. It’s a place you can do cheaply without points and miles, but utilizing points and miles for your airfare and upscale hotels will help cut your costs to pennies on the dollar. Here’s everything you […]

If you’re a travel enthusiast or looking to go on a trip soon, then you’re going to love hearing about Pam’s recent trip to Japan, Australia, and New Zealand! Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Watch on YouTube Pam, along with her husband, managed to take this incredible trip for a fraction of the […]

I have recently been using the Flying Blue program, which covers Air France and KLM airlines. Let’s go over the four reasons why I love Air France and the Flying Blue program so much.   Great for Booking Travel to Europe This is the number one reason that I love Air France. It is easy […]

I just took advantage of the Fine Hotel and Resorts offer that comes with the Platinum Card from American Express. In case you aren’t familiar with this great offer, it is basically that each year you can book a stay at a Fine Hotel and Resort with American Express, and you will get a $200 statement […]

One of our cute friends recently used a post we have about 15K to Hawaii to book her family’s trip to Oahu. Kasey of Days of a Wife has two cute twins, and we are sharing her story today! Thanks, Kasey, for letting us share it!     Hey everyone! We just got back from our […]

Chase Card spending bonuses occur every quarter and are a great way to get some extra points/miles on some of your favorite cards. You just need to go here and enter the information on each card to see what you are eligible to earn. This example below was for purchases between April 1 and June […]

Alex and I just returned from a luxury beach stay at the Kimpton Seafire resort in the Grand Cayman Islands. I’ve been to Grand Cayman twice from cruise stops. Honestly, I wasn’t that impressed. I guess that is why I like to stay a few nights at a destination rather than just a few hours […]

We’ve posted about using hotel annual night certificates before. However, Hyatt free night award certificates deserve a post of their own because they have so many different ways to earn and redeem them.   Earning Hyatt Free Night Award Certificates Only one credit card, the World of Hyatt Credit Card, gives you a free night […]

One of the benefits of several credit cards is an airline incidental credit. These are usually offered on the cards with higher annual fees, so you want to use these benefits to make the annual fee seem lower. Using credit card airline incidental credits can be tricky because most things you can use don’t cost […]