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.

Travel Tips

Guide: Turil Bus from Colonia to Montevideo

Visiting Uruguay sometime soon? Here is everything you need to know about booking and using Turil Bus from Colonia to Montevideo (or vice versa).

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July 31, 2019

Would You Fly (Nearly) Coast-to-Coast in an A220?

Delta has been adding the new Airbus A220 jet to their fleet like mad. But scheduling it for a flight over 5 hours is a first. Would you fly it that far?

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July 31, 2019

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Reviews and Reports

Day Trip to Colonia del Sacramento: UNESCO World Heritage Site

Planning a visit to Uruguay? Consider penciling in a day trip to Colonia del Sacramento. This UNESCO-listed cultural site is well worth several hours.

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July 30, 2019

Credit Cards

Best-ever Offer for the Amtrak Guest Rewards Mastercard!

Interested in free train travel? Look no further than this best-ever offer for the Amtrak Guest Rewards Mastercard. This massive bonus is worth over $1,100!

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July 30, 2019

Membership Rewards vs Ultimate Rewards: Why Amex Easily Wins

I've been a fan of Chase points, but lately I find myself gravitating toward another program. Here's why Amex wins the Membership Rewards vs. Ultimate Rewards battle.

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July 30, 2019

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Commentary

This Is The Most Orderly Deplaning You’ll Ever See

Have you ever seen an aircraft deplaned in such an orderly fashion? Check out this charter WestJet flight of oil rig employees.

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July 29, 2019

Guide: Colonia Express Ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento

Looking to travel between Buenos Aires and Colonia del Sacramento? Here is a guide and review of our experience with the Colonia Express Ferry.

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July 29, 2019

My Personal Ranking of U.S. Airlines: Best to Worst

While I'm sure many will disagree with my assessment, I felt I should share my own personal ranking of U.S. airlines. At the top of my list sits...

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July 29, 2019

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Commentary

5 Underrated Destinations That Should Be on Your Radar

Looking for destinations beyond the typical set of European capitals or American staples like Costa Rica? Here are five great ideas for your next trip.

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July 28, 2019

Reviews and Reports

4 Days in Buenos Aires: Day 4 – Feria and Friends

My daughter and I wrapped up our time in Buenos Aires by exploring the San Telmo market with our new friends from Northern Ireland. It was a magical day.

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July 27, 2019