Note: I am currently traveling and may not be able to respond to comments or emails immediately. Earlier this year, I wrote this post: Have miles, will travel to rock concerts??? My son had been begging to go see one of his favorite bands, but they were not coming to Dallas. And, based on the […]

Note: I am currently traveling and may not be able to respond to comments or emails immediately. In 2024, I’ve got two trips to Europe already booked. Combined with my family’s recent two trips to Europe, I’m actually hitting a lot of countries over three years: France, Switzerland, Italy, Turkey, Greece, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, […]

Taylor Swift fans organize group cruise for other Swifties: Marvelous Mouse Travels announced a 4-night cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas in October 2024 that is for Taylor Swift fans. No, Taylor won’t be on the cruise. But, the group will have Taylor Swift trivia, friendship bracelet trading and more activities. I need […]

Last weekend, I did a first for me. I took a flight and then flew back home less than 24 hours later. As a general rule, I don’t like super short trips. In fact, I rarely stay anywhere less than 3 nights if I’m flying there. On a few occasions, I’ve stayed 2 nights, but […]

A recent email from a reader prompted me to think more about this subject: Is travel hacking just for solo travelers and couples? Realistically, how can families do it? I understand where this question is coming from and why families would doubt that this travel hacking hobby is for them. Many miles and points travel […]

It’s hard to complain about something that is free (to me and two companions with my Capital One Venture X card). My family has gotten so much use out of the Capital One Lounge at DFW. We go there before almost every flight for a relaxing meal or snack. You can see my original review […]