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๐จ My Take on the HUGE Amex Business Platinum & Business Gold New Offers (Up to 300k Points!)
These new elevated offers are some of the highest Iโve seen in a long time โ up to 300,000 points from a single welcome offer! Hereโs my take on who these are actually a good fit for (and when they make sense)
How to Book Wyndham All-Inclusive Resorts Using Points (What Families Should Know)
Wyndham Rewards offers a small but interesting selection of all-inclusive resorts that can be booked using points.
For couples, these redemptions can provide exceptional value since the room, meals, drinks, and entertainment are all included. Families may need to factor in additional guest fees or multiple rooms, but even then the ability to cover the base room cost with points can significantly reduce the overall price of the trip. Especially with unlimited food, drinks and entertainment. Sign me up.
If youโre looking for a way to stretch your Wyndham points further, an all-inclusive redemption could be worth consideringโespecially when you compare the cost to paying cash for the same vacation!
Our Spring Break Europe Itinerary: Athens, Santorini & Paris (Family of 5 + How We Booked It for $0)
We took our family of 5 to Athens, Santorini, and Paris for spring breakโand used points and miles to cover flights and hotels. In this post, Iโm sharing our full itinerary, what we loved (and what Iโd do differently), plus tips for visiting Disneyland Paris and navigating Europe with kids.
Budget Airline Travel Tips: How to Save Money with Allegiant & Frontier
Learn how families can save money on flights with budget airlines like Allegiant and Frontier. From buying tickets at the airport to using Discount Den and flash promotions, these simple tips can help you cut travel costs and stretch your vacation budget further.
Everything You Need to Know About the Current Hilton, Marriott & IHG Offers
Hyattโs award chart changes are a reminder not to rely on just one hotel program. Hereโs a breakdown of the elevated Hilton, Marriott, and IHG credit card offers โ plus free night certificates and sweet spots to consider.
๐จ Elevated Offers on Hilton Credit Cards!
Hiltonโs elevated credit card offers are finally back โ and they include valuable Free Night Rewards that can be used at luxury Hilton properties worldwide. There are four limited-time offers to choose from, so Iโm breaking down what each one includes and who it makes the most sense for. If youโre looking to diversify beyond Hyatt or maximize high-end redemptions, this is a great time to take a closer look at Hilton Honors.
World of Hyattโs New Award Chart: The Good, the Bad, and What Iโm Doing Next
Hyatt is updating its award chart in May 2026. Hereโs whatโs changing, how it may affect family travel, and what you should consider booking now.
Is the Chase Sapphire Reserveยฎ Worth It in 2026? 4 Reasons That Make It Worth a Second Look
Wondering if the Chase Sapphire Reserveยฎ is worth it in 2026? Updated welcome bonus eligibility rules, new hotel credits, and a limited-time $359 WHOOP membership credit may make this premium travel card worth a second look this year.
How to Find Cheap Delta SkyMiles Award Flights (Tips for Getting the Best Deals)
Learn how to find Delta SkyMiles award deals, search flexible dates, and book flights for fewer miles. These practical tips can help you get more value from your SkyMiles on both domestic and international trips.
Updated Chase Sapphire Eligibility Rules
Chase now evaluates Sapphire eligibility on a per-card basis rather than across the Sapphire family. This change allows for more flexibility and means previous eligibility outcomes may no longer apply under the updated rules.
Sapphire Reserve 2026 Hotel Credit Updates: What You Need to Know
As of January 1st 2026, Chase updated the hotel perks on the Chase Sapphire Reserveยฎ and Chase Sapphire Reserve for Businessโ , giving cardholders more flexibility with existing credits and introducing an additional hotel credit for stays booked through Chase Travelโ . Hereโs what you need to know.
Chase Freedom Unlimitedยฎ Review
I constantly get requests for a card that checks these boxes:
โ๏ธ No annual fee
โ๏ธ Not a business credit card
โ๏ธ Low minimum spend
If that sounds like you, the Chase Freedom Unlimitedยฎ is absolutely worth a look right now!
Hereโs a full breakdown of the current offer, benefits, and whether the Freedom Unlimited is right for you!
Chase Sapphire Preferredยฎ Card Review
The Chase Sapphire Preferredยฎ Card is one of the best travel credit cards thanks the generous welcome bonus, strong earning rates, and valuable perks. Learn how this $95-annual-fee card can unlock flights, hotel stays, and travel protections that make your points go even further.
Most Popular All-Inclusive Resorts to Book on Points - According to YOU!
All-Inclusive vacations are the perfect way to rest, relax, and enjoy eating whatever you want without having to pay more for every single thing! There are so many all-inclusive resorts that are bookable using credit card points, which can make your stay truly as close to free as possible. I recently asked you on Instagram what your favorite all-inclusive resorts were, and you all delivered! Here are the top 7 all-inclusive resorts that people canโt stop raving aboutโplus what makes each one uniquely special.
My 2 Favorite No Annual Fee Credit Cards!
The Chase Ink Business Cashยฎ and Chase Ink Business Unlimitedยฎ are two of the best no-annual-fee business cards on the market.
The main difference? Ink Cash rewards you with high bonus categories (like 5x at office supply stores and internet/cable/phone), while Ink Unlimited keeps it simple with 1.5x points on every purchase. Both are fantastic โ and when you pair either card with a premium Chase card, your points can be transferred to travel partners like Hyatt, Southwest, and United for outsized value.
Our 4 Night NYC Itinerary - Booked with Points!
We just got back from a fun trip to New York City โ and the best part? We booked both our flights and hotel entirely on points! Keep reading for our 4 night itinerary!
Chase Ink Business Unlimited vs. Chase Ink Business Cash โ Which One Is Right For You?
The Chase Ink Business Cashยฎ and Chase Ink Business Unlimitedยฎ are two of the best no-annual-fee business cards on the market.
The main difference? Ink Cash rewards you with high bonus categories (like 5x at office supply stores and internet/cable/phone), while Ink Unlimited keeps it simple with 1.5x points on every purchase. Both are fantastic โ and when you pair either card with a premium Chase card, your points can be transferred to travel partners like Hyatt, Southwest, and United for outsized value.
Capital One Venture X vs. Venture X Business: Which Card Is Right for You?
The Capital One Venture X and Venture X Business may look nearly identicalโsame annual fee, travel credits, and lounge accessโbut key differences in spending requirements, bonuses, and business perks make one a better fit depending on your goals. Hereโs how they compare side by side.
Popular Category 5 Hyatt Properties
One of the best values for a Hyatt hotel can be a Category 5 hotel, as they cost as low as 17,000 points per night during off-peak nights. Here is a compilation of what my followers on Instagram have declared their favorite Category 5 Hyatt hotels!
FREE Beginnerโs Guide to Points & Miles
Want to travel for free?! โ๏ธ Grab a FREE Beginner's Guide to Points & Miles and learn how to redeem FREE TRAVEL this year!
Oh hey, Iโm Annie.
I love to travel with my family!
A few years ago, I grew tired of saving and waiting to take those โbiggerโ vacations with my family.
THATโS WHEN I FOUND TRAVEL REWARD CREDIT CARDS!
I learned how to use credit card points and miles mostly earned from credit card sign up bonuses to travel for nearly free! Within 18 months, I redeemed over $20,000 worth of travel using credit card points and miles and we took 8 family vacations/trips, including vacations to Hawaii and Walt Disney World! And now, Iโm showing you how to do it too.
