This post is geared toward people who are newbies to the miles and points world. My friends and family have started to think of me as the “credit card lady” and the “free travel lady”. I’m fine with that. Most of my family’s trips over the past five years have been heavily discounted or “free” […]

One of the things travelers love about Disney Cruise Line is that it requires less effort than Disney theme parks. You don’t have to worry about dinner reservations or plotting out your FastPass+ strategy. As a Disney Cruise Line guest, you can easily access food and entertainment just steps away from your cabin with minimal […]

Just two years ago, my family wasn’t anywhere near ready to tackle a big international trip. The thought of a long overseas flight compounded with schlepping my kids around Europe frightened me. But, it’s amazing how much things can change in just a year. Last year, my husband and I realized that we are ready […]

Planning future vacations makes me happy. I’m not alone. Studies show that many people derive more happiness from planning a trip than actually taking the trip. Because of that, I could never surprise my family with a major trip by telling them on the way to the airport. I want the joy of anticipating and […]

During my family’s recent trip to Florida, we drove from the Daytona Beach area to St. Augustine, Florida, twice. St. Augustine is the oldest city in the United States, founded in 1565. Prior to our vacation, I had read so many good things about visiting St. Augustine. Since we were just a little over an […]