Family Flys Free

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After igniting his passion for award travel while planning his honeymoon, Ian now enjoys using points and miles to see the world with his wife and three internationally adopted kiddos. He loves dissecting loyalty programs to find maximum value. His goal is to demonstrate that extraordinary travel is possible for the ordinary family. When he's not chronicling his latest adventures with his kids, you might catch him musing over the ever-changing travel industry or complaining about the woes of regional flights.

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Review: Hyatt Regency Merida, Mexico

Enjoy comfortable rooms and excellent staff and service at the upscale Hyatt Regency Merida north of the city's historic center. Here's my review of the property:

Family Flys Free

May 16, 2021

News

Overlooked Airline Programs, Funny Overpacking Tweets, and Asking for Cash Flight Refunds

Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!

Family Flys Free

May 14, 2021

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Commentary

Where Has All The Award Space Gone?

After months of wide open schedules with award space galore, summer travel demand means that airlines have tightened up the award travel landscape.

Family Flys Free

May 8, 2021

News

World’s Most Beautiful Places, New East Coast Airline, and Another Carrier Retires Their A380s

Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!

Family Flys Free

May 7, 2021

Flight Reviews

Review: Aeromexico 737 Business Class – SFO to MEX

Check out the review of my experience flying comfortably in Aeromexico 737 business class from San Francisco to Mexico City.

Family Flys Free

May 5, 2021

News

Inaugural Airline Flight Report, More Bonvoy Madness, and Should You Travel to Mexico?

Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!

Family Flys Free

April 30, 2021

Lounge Reviews

Review: Reopened Air France-KLM Lounge SFO During COVID-19

Check out the reopened Air France-KLM lounge SFO with COVID-19 changes in place, including reduced capacity and changes to the food options.

Family Flys Free

April 29, 2021

News

‘Do Not Travel’ to Most Places, the A380 Returns to the USA, and the Rundown on Radisson

Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!

Family Flys Free

April 23, 2021

Idea Time: What Should I Do With My Dozen Free Night Certificates?

After traveling less during 2020 and early 2021, I am now sitting on a small pile of hotel free night certificates. Here are my off-the-cuff thoughts on how to use them.

Family Flys Free

April 21, 2021