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.
Battle of the Snacks: Ranking The Domestic Economy Offerings
There's not a much to differeniate economy between one carrier and the next, but there is definitely a hierarchy of in-flight snacks. Here's how I rank them:
Dealing with Bank Denials, American Express Delta Changes, and United 737 Emergency
Here are the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!
Should I Keep My Wyndham Rewards Visa Card?
Dropping a credit card can be a difficult choice. I'm waffling on the decision to cancel my Wyndham Rewards Visa, as it provides less value than it did previously.
Is This The Worst Jerk Move You Can Make As A Passenger?
I've seen a lot of poor passenger behavior, but this was something new I'd never experienced. What would possess someone and make them think this is ok?
My 5 Best Flight Award Bookings Ever Made
Whether I measure by the cents per point I'm getting, or simply reminiscing about some of the coolest flights I've booked, these are my top five award bookings ever made.
My Love/Hate Relationship With Early Morning Flights
There is nothing fun about getting up at 4:00 AM for the early flight out. But there are reasons I keep booking early departures again and again.
Review: United 757-200 Transcontinental Business Class
After flying to Newark in a 777-300ER Polaris seat, I was able to enjoy United 757-200 transcontinental business class on my return. Here's my review:
Marriott Bonvoyed Itself, New BofA Appilication Limits, and the Cost of the BA Strike
Here are the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!
United Transcontinental Polaris Review: It’s All About the Seat!
In August I booked a whirlwind out-and-back trip to Newark, flying in a United transcontinental Polaris seat on the outbound. Here's my review:
Review: United Club SFO Concourse F
It's not often I use domestic airline lounges, but I paid a visit to the United Club SFO Concourse F before a premium service flight. Here's my review: