Airlines
CategoryBountiful 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
7,599 Reasons to Luv Southwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines Official Logo
Thanks to reader Brandi for reminding me why I luv Southwest Airlines. Southwest has the most friendly change policies out there and you can rebo..
Kelloggs and United: Eat Cereal, Save $200?
Reader Amy let me know about a promotion from Kelloggs Rewards and United Vacations that seems ripe for hacking: Save up to $200 on United Vacations packages by entering Kelloggs
I just joined AARP (and NO, I’m not 50). You should too.
Image via (who else) geezerguff.com
I gotta admit that I didn’t think I’d look forward to joining AARP, but a quick review of the benefits shows that the $16/year is money
How I Get My Family Seated Together on Full Flights (For Free)
I was going to comment on Joe’s post about paying $30 to make sure he sat next to his 3 year old but then I remembered I have a blog!
Urban Adventures Mexico City: AKA My Little Victory at the Pyramid of the Sun
I gave Deal Girl the Sun but she gave me so much more. This past weekend we were invited on a tour with Urban Adventures to visit Teotihuacan on their
Living Social Virgin America Deal from $4.50: More Than 80% Off
Here’s a great deal from Living Social deal that could be useful to Virgin America Fans. Vouchers can be applied to flights from select domestic Virgin America cities between Oc..