
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.
Saving On A Disney Annual Pass, Why Israel Isn’t All It’s Cracked Up To Be, and a Bizarre Seatmate Request
Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!
Why Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Is the Most Rewarding Airline Loyalty Program
For people who aren't hub captive, airline loyalty is truly a choice. Here's why Alaska Mileage Plan is solidly the most rewarding airline loyalty program:
Why I’m Glad I Passed On The $600 Emirates First Class Fare
Crazy flight deals happen every once in a while. But not everything is worth jumping on. Here's why I said no to 15+ hours of Emirates first class for $600.
Fifth Time Is The Charm? Frustration And Difficulty Transferring Hilton Points
Have you ever had difficulty transferring Hilton points? I've been trying to pool points for over a month, but it fails every time. Here's what I've tried:
Best In-Flight WiFi Ad Ever, 737 Breaks Apart on Landing, and a Coronavirus Flight Diversion
Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!
Review: Embassy Suites Napa Valley
As part of a quick trip to the Bay Area, I decided to burn a Hilton free weekend night certificate at the Embassy Suites Napa Valley. Here's my review:
Marriott 2020 Category Changes Massacre: Nearly 25% of Hotels Increasing in Price!
Bonvoy is at it again with negative program changes. This time is it the Marriott 2020 category changes, where we see 25% of hotels increasing in price!
5 Best Off-Peak Flight Awards, Starting With Cheap Business Class to Europe
Looking for ways to stretch your miles? Here are some of the best off-peak flight awards that will let you fly for less during shoulder season.
The House Always Wins: Remember That Loyalty Programs Hold All The Cards
After reading a recent lengthy post on an Aeroplan promotion that went sour for many, it left me mulling over how unilateral loyalty programs actually are.
Have You Ever Been on a Flight Transporting Human Remains?
Last week I was waiting to deplane an Alaska flight when I noticed something odd: a casket was being unloaded. There had been a dead body on our plane.