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.

Airlines

Flight Full? United May Let You Rebook For Free

Wondering if you're going to be on a packed plane? United is rebooking full flights and sending out notifications to affected passengers.

Family Flys Free

August 9, 2020

Airlines

High Load Factor Flights During COVID-19: A Double-Edged Sword

Air travel is slowly rebounding after several depressing months. Carriers have adjusted capacity, resulting in high load factor flights during COVID-19.

Family Flys Free

August 8, 2020

News

Why Masks Are Actually Harmful, Hyatt Losing Millions, and the Real COVID Risk While Flying

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

August 7, 2020

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Commentary

7 Amazing Airports On My Bucket List

Unless you're a seasoned traveler, you might not believe that there are airports worth visiting. But here are several that might pique your interest.

Family Flys Free

August 6, 2020

10 Best Uses of Turkish Miles and Smiles

If you've not looked into Turkish Miles and Smiles, you need to. This award currency is excellent. Here are 10 of the best uses of Turkish Miles and Smiles:

Family Flys Free

August 3, 2020

Family Travel

3 Reasons Why the Museum of Flight in Seattle Is a Must-See

The Museum of Flight in Seattle is one of my very favorite air & space museums that I've visited. Here are three reasons why you shouldn't pass it up:

Family Flys Free

August 2, 2020

3 Avgeek Experiences I May Never Enjoy Thanks to COVID-19

As coronavirus wreaks havoc on global travel, we're seeing accelerated retirement of aircraft and products. Here are three I might not get to experience:

Family Flys Free

August 1, 2020

News

United Pilot Furlough, Countries Seeking Remote Workers, and What Is “Revenge” Travel?

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

July 31, 2020

Travel Planning Gone Wrong: Booking a Ticket to the Wrong Portland!

Have you ever worried about booking a flight to the wrong airport? I have. Here's the situation a friend of mine was in after making this exact mistake.

Family Flys Free

July 30, 2020