Miles For Family

Costa Rica with kids: Using Hyatt points on Andaz and Rio Perdido resorts  Andaz Costa Rica Resort: the good, the bad and the terrifying (this post) How do you critique a resort that is almost perfect? Because Andaz Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo  is that kind of a place. So, before I start nitpicking, let […]

  Nothing excites me more than a new, higher welcome bonus on a credit card. Especially, when the card is attached to my favorite hotel brand! This is a business credit card, so anyone with a small business may qualify. See this post for what qualifies for a small business. World of Hyatt Business Card […]

My family flies in Economy class most of the time. We’ve splurged on business class lie-flat seats for some trips to Europe before. But, for the most part, we utilize the fewest miles or cash possible for our domestic trips. However, while I was planning a special trip for next year, a deal for first […]

Good News! You Can Now Transfer Virgin Points Between Accounts for Just $15: I hate that some award programs charge crazy amounts to move points to your spouse or family member (I’m looking at you, AA). Virgin Atlantic just made it a lot cheaper to transfer between accounts. See this post on Thrifty Traveler for […]

I fell in love with Costa Rica last year when my husband and I visited the country for the first time. I can honestly see why so many Americans choose to retire there. Beautiful landscapes, varied wildlife and most importantly, super friendly people. I’ve never felt so welcome as a visitor and no, it wasn’t […]

Southwest Airlines recently announced a new promotion that can help you earn the points you need for a companion pass before the end of the year. Let’s take a look. Southwest Companion Pass Promotion A companion pass allows you to bring a companion with you for free (just pay taxes) when you purchase a flight […]