
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.
My Coronavirus Dilemma: Should I Stay or Should I Go?
The world has been fixated on the news of the novel coronavirus that continues to spread. With it unlikely to be stopped, does it make sense to not travel?
Why The Latest Amex Clawbacks Are Wrong, Delta’s Broken Laptop Compensation, and Are Hotels Cheaper Booked By Phone?
Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!
Coronavirus Fallout: Spirit Airlines’ Stock Plummets 50% Over 3 Weeks
With the coronavirus spreading globally and travel already down, we're seeing airline stocks in free fall. Spirit may be taking things the worst in the U.S.
Review: Comfort Inn Hyde Park, The Best Value Hotel In London?
While we had a couple problems during our stay in London, the value we received at the Comfort Inn Hyde Park cannot be understated. Here's my full review:
Review: Virgin Atlantic 787-9 Economy – San Francisco to London
Our nonstop trek from SFO to London in Virgin Atlantic 787-9 economy class was a solid experience that I would happily repeat. Here's my full review:
3 Reasons Why You Need To Fly On A Bombardier Q400
Interested in flying on a turboprop? You should definitely fly on a Bombardier Q400 at least once. Here's why I love this awesome aircraft:
My Mistake That Cost Us 92 Credit Score Points
The award travel hobby has really paid off for us in terms of the amazing travel we've gotten to experience. But sometimes you make mistakes, huge mistakes.
Review: Alaska Airlines 737-900 First Class, Boston to San Francisco
While I've flown Alaska Airlines a number of times and always enjoyed the experience, this was my first time in their 737-900 first class. Here's my review:
This Is Why I Worked So Hard To Earn Hyatt Globalist for 2020
Last year I challenged myself to earn Hyatt Globalist status for 2020. It took some work, and a lot of card spend, but it will pay off handsomely this year!
Brutal AAccount Shutdown, What to See in Krakow, And a Boy’s Dream to be a Pilot Comes True!
Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!