I’m almost done wrapping up my trip report from my family’s 2023 European adventure. In case you missed any posts: Back from 2-week European Adventure Everything that went wrong on our European trip  Air France: Our business class flights and CDG lounge experience  Review: Hyatt Centric Murano Venice  Review: Big House Colosseum Apartment in Rome  […]

Which is more difficult, earning miles or burning miles? It depends on who you ask and what stage of this miles and points hobby they are in. The Early Days  If you were to ask me 20 years ago if I thought earning miles or burning miles was more difficult, I’d say earning. This was […]

It’s August already, can you believe it? That means it’s a new month for banks/credit cards to announce transfer bonuses to travel partners. Let’s see the offerings for August 2023. Transfer Bonuses August 2023 Amex: 30% transfer bonus to British Airways Executive Club through 8/31/23 Amex: 30% transfer bonus to Iberia Plus through 8/31/23 Amex: […]

Citi has refreshed its most expensive American Airlines credit card recently with a higher welcome bonus and a higher annual fee. Who should sign up for this card? (Hint: Probably not first-timers or newbies in the miles and points hobby). Let’s take a look at this card in more detail. Citi/AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard […]

According to multiple news sources and many people on social media, Carnival Sunrise cruise ship is currently dealing with A/C issues in staterooms and public spaces. Guests in multiple cabins are reporting stateroom temperatures of over 80 degrees. Due to multiple complaints, Carnival is offering passengers a 50% refund for the days in which their […]

A few days ago, Holland America announced a new benefit for AARP Members. An onboard credit of $50-$200 per stateroom is now available for AARP members who book their cruises through Holland America directly or through a travel agent. Anyone can join AARP, there is no age requirement. Last November during a Black Friday promo, […]