In the last few weeks, I’ve seen two unfortunate circumstances that have ruined cruise vacations for two families. I saw the first incident in the news and on some cruise message boards. A couple from Kentucky went on a cruise to Bahamas, and one of them got really sick. She had to go to the…
Almost 10 years ago, we went to Disney World with my extended family. I thought it would be cute to have matching shirts for my kids and their two cousins (my daughter wasn’t born yet). I printed a design on iron-on material at home and made the shirts myself. After seeing so many cute matching…
A few days ago, a post on Frequent Miler blog caught my eye: Why Gary is nuts not to even consider Hilton As you’ve probably guessed, it was a rebuttal to a post on View From the Wing, touting superiority of Marriott program when it comes to those who stay 50+ nights in a hotel in…
A few months ago I published a post outlining my plans for a semi-camping experience in Lion Country Safari KoA I call it that because we were supposed to be staying in a cabin, not sleeping in a tent. However, there would be no bathroom or shower in the unit. Yeah. I had second thoughts from…
Update: the giveaway is over, the winner is Michelle B. Well, friends, it’s that time of year again. And what a crazy year it has been! Justin Bieber got married, enough said. We are wrapping things up here at Miles For Family “empire”, at least for 2018. Posting will be light over the next few…
Before we wrap up the year, Nancy and I have a tradition of reflecting on the travel experiences from the last 12 months. Technically, 2018 isn’t over yet, and I have one more trip to go on. But let’s ignore that and get down to business, shall we? Leana’s best/worst travel experiences of 2018 Best:…
Vacations are supposed to be our break from real world problems. We put a lot of money, miles and points, time, effort and dreams into planning the perfect getaway in hopes that our vacation days from work are not wasted. But despite even the best planning, something often goes wrong on a trip. How do…
