Airlines
CategoryThis Week in Bank Points: Booking AA Flights on Short Notice
We decided a week ago to take a short-notice trip from Boston to Washington DC this weekend. Since AA and JetBlue serve the BOS-DCA direct route, the conventional wisdom is
Business Class for Four to Italy Using Delta SkyMiles
A trip to Europe in April is on our Family Demand Schedule for 2019. I haven’t been able to find award availability until just recently. Here’s how I booked it, using
This Week in Bank Points: Stacking AmEx Insider Fares, 35% Rebate, 4x and more for Flights
Quick Summary: Flexible bank points (Chase Ultimate Rewards, AmEx Membership Rewards, Citi ThankYou Points) are often a better way to pay for flights than traditional airline mil..
Amazing: “Virgin Alaska” First Class Transcon Upgrades as a Lowly Alaska MVP
Alaska’s acquisition of Virgin America has been an interesting one to interact with. With the exception of the somewhat stingy 1.3:1 transfer ratio they elected for Virgin Americ..
Brandon Asks: Boston to Singapore Using Miles
Today’s Brandon Asks is from Tim…
“Can you help get our family of three from Boston to Singapore this summer using points & miles?
Departing BOS between July 24-27, returning fro..
My Aeroplan SWISS First Class Standoff Ends in a Compromise
Booked SWISS First
One day back in November 2017 SWISS released partner award space in their First Class cabin.
This was noteworthy because SWISS generally only allows those wit..
Bountiful Lufthansa Business Class Award Space to Europe this Summer [from JFK, BOS, ORD, IAD, more?]
It looks to me like Lufthansa has just recently released quite a bit of partner award availability for travel from the US to Europe this summer in Business Class. This
Walt Disney World on Points & Miles 2018: Flights
Magic Kingdom before park opening
We’re just back from a trip to Walt Disney World during the week Massachusetts schools have off for President’s Day each February. The weather w..
6 Ways to Take the Edge Off Infrequent Business Travel
If you’re like me, your friends and family think you have a bunch of points & miles from frequent business travel.
But if you’re a Milenomic you realize that points &
How I Found United Saver Availability to from Europe to Iowa. In August.
If I ever apply for a job as an award ticket booker, this post will be my resume.
Camp Mom 2014: A glimpse into Matera, Italy, where this vessel of wine
Best Points and Miles for Aer Lingus Business Class in 2018
Explore the Aer Lingus Business Class Cabin
If you’ve followed the points & miles game for a while you may recall the sweet spot that once existed when redeeming British Airways..
Brandon Asks: Can you help find Business Class awards from Phoenix to Ireland/Germany?
“Brandon asks” is a Reader Q&A series where we take real questions from real people and do our best to provide helpful unbiased information on navigating the points & miles..
Brandon Asks: Can I Change My AmEx Airline Choice Mid-Year?
“Brandon asks” is a Reader Q&A series where we take real questions from real people and do our best to provide helpful unbiased information on navigating the points & miles..
Booking United With Avios: Bug or Feature?
I just had a booking experience that surprised me and wanted to see if any of you have more data re: booking United with Avios. I didn’t know this was
My Marriott Platinum Benefits Update (Spoiler Alert: None Are From Marriott)
Marriott Platinum benefits include free breakfast at the Westin Maui.
Last Night I Scored a Transcontinental Upgrade on United. Even better, it’s the third upgrade on United I’..
I’m Planning Spring Break 2018. Yes, 2018.
I know. You’ve barely recovered from summer and you’re rushing headfirst into the mess that marks every new school year: back to school nights, school supply lists, and paperwork..
Camp Mom 2017 Planning and Transport Part 1- Costs and Lessons Learned
I’m finally cutting through decision fatigue and have most of Camp Mom 2017 booked. Today I want to share with you the Camp Mom 2017 planning process, transport details and prici..
Iberia Avios Sale: RT Economy to Europe 25.5K + Taxes
BlueBay Beach Club, Gran Canaria, where our two bedroom condo was $88/night. This is my example of hacking Spring Break last year.
Just got an email about an Iberia Avios sale
Why I Decided to Go for the Marriott Platinum Challenge (Hint: It’s Got Nothing to do with Marriott)
We’re not even out of February and I’m reverting to a bad habit. However, I’ve done the math and I think it makes sense. I’d love to hear your thoughts about the
New Brussels Airlines Economy Plus to Europe: worth 99 Euro?
I’ve gotten two offers in the past few days for my upcoming South of France trip for a la carte Economy Plus. In true BYOE style I have no airline status so am
Dear Deal Mommy: How Do I Get the Best Deals on Airline Tickets?
This post is part of the Dear Deal Mommy series where I- you guessed it- answer reader questions. I’m happy to help with travel dilemmas whenever I can and encourage you to
London Calling! Virgin Atlantic Award Sale: 30% Off Economy
Just got an email about a Virgin Atlantic award sale that might have you packing your bags: 30% off award bookings on economy till May 11. Bookings are good till the
Provence on Points: Lessons Learned
Thanks to all of you that helped with Camp Mom Solo– your ideas helped me narrow down the swarm of destinations in my head. I settled upon the south of France