Episode 3 (2/25/15): 3v3 Airline Edition
Episode Description
Wherein we discuss Trevor’s crazy turn, the widening divide between Gulf and US carriers, the DOT’s United Mistake Fare ruling, and some TV finales. Also, Tr..
Cleaning out my RSS reader – please help rebuild it!
I’ve been playing the miles and points game for about four years now. When I first started out, I voraciously added blogs to my Google Reader (R.I.P.) – I’m sure
New York to Tel Aviv, $308+ on Ukraine Air
First reported on Flyertalk, cheap fares from New York to Israel are back, this time on Ukraine International Air.
You’ll need to fly on Ukraine Air and connect in Boryspil before
New York to Tel Aviv, $308+ on Ukraine Air
First reported on Flyertalk, cheap fares from New York to Israel are back, this time on Ukraine International Air.
You’ll need to fly on Ukraine Air and connect in Boryspil before
Quick thoughts on 5 American Airlines flights
For my first trip since my Italian caper in January, earlier this week I flew to Reno for a fencing tournament and, per my plan for paid flights in 2015,
Freeze ARS and IDA credit reports the easy way!
When we started playing the miles-and-points game, our goals were simple: four tickets to Europe, and a few domestic trips on Southwest. Citi, Chase, and later Barclays and AMEX,..
I sold our last stock today
I sold our final stock. The holding I had was in HCP, and I’ve been a big fan of this position for many years, but I realized it was time
Sell Your Old Bags to Twice for at Least $10, $20 if you’re new. Now for Men, Too!
My first shipment, $5.43 shipped
I got an email from Twice today that is perfect for spring cleaning. To recap, Twice is a “Plato’s Closet” type site where you can sell
Giveaway – One used Amenity Kit
I made it home! And my bags arrived at around 2am (sorry delivery driver, but I am not answering your calls at that time of the night). I had to
3 Days in New Orleans – 3 Days of Eating
Luckily this wasn’t the only thing on the menu in New Orleans
We spent some time checking out the sights in New Orleans, but we were interested in one thing above
The Best American Airline Miles Earning Rate Through Barclay’s Bank
Last week, Kenny who writes on Miles4More uncovered a spend bonus that caps up to $20,000 and you will receive 50% back in miles. In essence, you will be earning 1.5x
My #travelcon Presentation
Note that I have changed the hashtag…. I had a great time in OC for TravelCon. And somehow finding myself in debt to Tahsir again as he hooked me up
Episode 2 (2/19/15): I Would Walk 500 Miles
Episode Description
Wherein we discuss feet and feet of snow, the United Mistake fare, flying Southwest, and…Atlanta? Fung Wah 4life.
Episode Notes
In this episode we discuss th..
Trapped in ATL – my decision making process
Last night I was stranded in ATL, and after doing ‘the right thing’ and checking my bag from SNA to free up cabin space found myself with no change of
Quick Thoughts On TravelCon
I wanted to write a quick write up on my thoughts to TravelCon. I missed all the events that Matt organized, #CharlotteDO because of my school’s orientation and #PhoenixDO beca..
Learn About The New Barclay American Airlines Aviator Cards Blue and Aviator
Hat tip to jolesch on Travel Codex for asking Barclay about the Aviator Cards and discovering there’s actually two more. I called Barclay’s and the agent told me there’s actually..
Today’s To-Do: Get a Convertible Credit Card
One Easy To-Do to Travel More for Less
“When eating an elephant, take one bite at a time.” Creighton Adams
My friend Trevor and I were recently discussing how intimidating starti..
Basic Rules of the Road for International Travel
I do a lot of international travel. I write a lot about international travel. But I also see lots of foundational questions about international travel, whether it be via ..
I Take Back What I Said On the Citi AAdvantage Business Card
A couple of weeks ago I wrote that I would not sign up for the Citi AAdvantage Business card. I am here to write that I take back the post.
Episode 1 (2/7/15): Pilot
Episode Notes
Wherein we discuss how Trevor and Joe met, disappearing award charts, why Joe Cortez is loyal to no one, and how to get some free pajamas!
Music: “She” by Still
Mexican mix-ups: a Cancun trip report
I’ve figured out a couple of things while playing the miles and points game and enjoying the fruits of it. Apparently hotel bookings are not among those things. I hope
#FT4RL: It’s The Final Countdown!
So. Excited.
The speakers are tweaking their talks, the menu is set, the pre and after-dinners are (mostly) booked, and I’m gathering up the massive pile of FT4RL door prizes to
5 Travel Luxuries I Won’t Give Up
Deal Girl enjoys Tea on the Titanic, June 2013
My friend Maria wrote a fun post about luxuries she won’t give up being a Mom. It got me thinking about what