Archives for August 2016

Miles and Points Recap: Southwest Schedule Extended, Citi Prestige, Ikea, SPG to AAdvantage Transfer Bonus, US Bank Olympics Promo and More!

August 4, 2016 By Leana 3 Comments

This is a news recap from last week, tailored to an average family. For faster updates, follow me on Twitter or check my feed on the right side of the blog. 1) Thanks to my contributor Nancy for Facebook update on the fact that Southwest schedule is now open through April 24th. Book your Spring Break tickets […]

It’s Complicated! Securing Five Award Seats to Canada on Miles and Points

August 3, 2016 By Leana 8 Comments

This post was written by Nancy, who is a regular contributor. She also runs a blog Savingforadream and has an awesome YouTube channel! Next summer, my family of five is going on our biggest vacation yet—a Disney Cruise to Alaska! I wrote about how we are saving for this trip and my thought process for booking a hotel on points, […]

A Request from Reader: Help Me Get to Maui from LAX with My Existing Stash of Miles

August 2, 2016 By Leana 8 Comments

Now and again I like to feature questions from readers. So, without further ado: “I am trying to plan another family summer vacation, and have accumulated 50,000 Avios points and 54,000 American Airline miles. I will need to find flights for 2 adults and 2 children (ages 10 and 13 next year). Would I even […]

Is Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa a Good Fit for Your Family?

August 1, 2016 By Leana 15 Comments

Not too long ago, we had a chance to stay at Hyatt Regency Clearwater Resort and Spa over 4th of July weekend. This hotel costs 20,000 Hyatt points per night, which you can transfer from Ultimate Rewards on 1:1 basis if you have Chase Sapphire Preferred or Chase Ink Plus. Alternatively, you can use certificates […]