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.

News

Frontier Flight Avoids Catastrophe, Using a Plane as an RV, and North Korea Travel Tips

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

March 5, 2021

Credit Cards

3 Reasons Why I Snagged The Wyndham Rewards EarnerSM Business Card

Here's why I picked up the Wyndham Rewards EarnerSM Business Card and taking a hiatus from the loyalty program for a year.

Family Flys Free

March 3, 2021

4 Reasons Why I’m Glad I Ditched My Smartphone

Ever thought about getting rid of your smartphone? I finally did, and it has been incredibly freeing. Here are four reasons to take this unprecedented step.

Family Flys Free

March 2, 2021

a living room with a large window and a couch and a table

Hotel Reviews

Review: Grand Hyatt Bogota – Andes View Corner Suite

Enjoy the comfortable accommodations, lovely views, and excellent service of the Grand Hyatt Bogota when staying in Colombia's capital. Here's my full review of this new property:

Family Flys Free

February 27, 2021

News

Record-Breaking 2020 Travel Complaints, IRS Attacks Manufactured Spending, and Is Lifetime Hotel Status Worth It?

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

February 26, 2021

a street with people walking and a table of food

Reviews and Reports

Four Days In Bogota: Exploring Colombia’s Capital During COVID-19

It’s been a couple weeks since I returned from spending a week in Colombia. I split my time…

Family Flys Free

February 24, 2021

a city with many buildings and mountains in the background

Hotel Reviews

Review: Hyatt Place Bogota

Enjoy the Hyatt Place Bogota as a great base for exploring Colombia's capital. This new hotel offers comfortable rooms, great service, and a decent breakfast for an excellent value. Here's my full review:

Family Flys Free

February 21, 2021