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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
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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..
Inaugural Flight? Try Inaugural TERMINAL! Southwest Grand Opening HOU 10/15
I’ve seen your Instagram photos. I’ve watched your Twitter feeds. I know how many of you #AvGeek (s) are out there. And I know how excited you get about new
Just Your Average Last Minute Beach Trip…To Hawaii
There’s no Boardwalk, but it will do, I guess.
It’s the end of summer. Camps are over and many families find themselves with a spare week and nothing to do. In
American Airlines Has No Child Meals. Here’s a Work-Around.
Nothing for kids. Not even in First.
I’m putting together all the little details for Camp Mom Asia and our flights out are on American Airlines. One nice feature of American
$34 Cash Back on Hotel or Car Rental- NO MIN- With BA and TopCashBack
Just saw a deal that could be crazy-good once we play with it: British Airways Hotel Bookings and Car Rentals currently pay a whopping $34.00 each on TopCashBack. Note that’s
The Short: TAM Business Class B763/L New York to Toronto
Can I write the world’s shortest trip report for one of the world’s shortest international business class flights? Challenge accepted!
Not too long ago, I was pleasantly surpris..
Virgin America $16 Cash Back Today: Each Way, Each Person!
Ebates has some crazy deals this week with 16% cash back at tons of stores. Today only, they sweetened the pot by finally adding a travel provider: $16 Cash Back
Alaska Airlines is Coming to RDU!
Posts here at Milesabound are just like London buses… you don’t see any for ages, and then out of nowhere three of them all arrive at once!
Anyway I got really