Leana, Author at Miles For Family

New IHG PointBreaks list

January 26, 2014 By Leana Leave a Comment

Just a quick heads up on the new IHG PointBreaks list that will go live on January 27th. Nice properties usually go fast, so this will give you an idea on what to book for only 5000 points per night. You can preview it HERE The list will be valid for stays from January 27th […]

VRBO is like a box of chocolates

January 22, 2014 By Leana 1 Comment

I am a huge fan of sites like VRBO and Greatrentals and consider them superior alternatives to a hotel for family travel. Let’s face it, it’s way better to have a house with separate bedrooms than squeeze 4 to 5 people into one room. Other advantages are: kitchen and usually washer and dryer. But there are some […]

Why You Should Consider Getting a Spirit Airlines Credit Card

January 20, 2014 By Leana 19 Comments

I decided to take a closer look at Spirit Airlines Master card. This is very much a “niche” product, but potential value is quite amazing. It’s a rare case of when a sign-up bonus and “keeper” quality collide. You get 15,000 miles with your first purchase, good for 3 roundtrip tickets (but with many restrictions). […]

Our Crowne Plaza motel suite

January 15, 2014 By Leana 6 Comments

This stay was part of our 2013 IHG Big Win. If you haven’t registered for the 2014 promotion, you can do it HERE. It’s not a request, but an order! At least check and see the amount of points at stake, OK? We rarely travel without kids, but I was 1 night short of getting […]

Could this card be a keeper?

January 13, 2014 By Leana 8 Comments

I am referring to US Bank FlexPerks card. It has a unique earning structure, like no other card out there. Right now it comes with a 20000-point sign-up bonus, though personally, I would wait and see if they increase it in connection with the Olympic games. Also, be aware, you could be approved for a lower […]

Miles and points, tea-cher, San Francisco

January 10, 2014 By Leana 4 Comments

The other day I was reading “Islands”, my favorite magazine. I mentioned before that it has substance and not just the pretty photos and ads. Anyway, they had an interview with a guy who moved from US to Taiwan and became a tea monk (yes, it’s a real thing), or tea-cher, as he calls himself. […]