Leana, Author at Miles For Family

The hotel points redemption that left me in tears

February 19, 2014 By Leana 8 Comments

I know what you are thinking. Here goes yet another hotel review. And look, here is a photo of a toilet! Well, first of all, it’s a photo of Crowne Plaza hotel room’s toilet, and not of a Hyatt. So, it’s totally different! 🙂 And actually, it’s not that kind of a post at all. […]

Yay or nay to Discover shopping portal?

February 12, 2014 By Leana 2 Comments

I mentioned briefly a few months ago how it’s very important to check the price of specific store gift cards before shopping there with your Chase Freedom ( when it’s a bonus category). Yes, 5 percent back in Ultimate Rewards is a nice incentive. But can you do better? Additionally, one of my readers mentioned […]

Points and deals updates, plus the winners of my contest announced

February 11, 2014 By Leana Leave a Comment

Thanks to all who subscribed to my blog! My two winners (picked by random number generator) are Gal###lg@gmail.com and Slad###1@yahoo.com. I didn’t want to reveal the whole email address in order to protect your privacy. I’ll be contacting both of you to confirm the details. I also have decided to add a regular Tuesday post, […]

My Valuation of Miles and Points

February 10, 2014 By Leana 4 Comments

Originally, I planned to evaluate each mile and point program individually. However, at the end of the day, this will only be my personal opinion. So, please, take it as such. Your value may differ from mine significantly, and that is perfectly fine. Even though my blog is quite opinionated, I truly believe that in […]

Miles and points, old trip reports, Ostia Antica

February 7, 2014 By Leana 2 Comments

One of my readers voiced his criticism of featuring old trip reports. I always welcome readers’ feedback, so don’t ever hesitate to speak your mind. I don’t have too many trips left to cover, but what I’ll do is put the miles segment first, starting next week. That way, you don’t have to scroll down […]

Camping… Not all white people like it.

February 5, 2014 By Leana 6 Comments

Obviously, I’m going for controversy with my title! I have never been a fan of camping. My husband and sister-in-law, on the other hand, have some very fond memories of touring the country and staying in a pop-up. That’s why they wanted to take the kids camping in Disney Fort Wildereness. Though not in a […]