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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). […]

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 […]

Redeeming Rapid Rewards for family and friends

January 8, 2014 By Leana 1 Comment

Actually, this particular redemption qualifies as both, since I’m friends with my in-laws. One of my readers had requested that I cover Southwest and it’s frequent flyer program. I consider Rapid Rewards points to be some of the most valuable currency in this hobby, specifically for a family of 4 or 5. While other programs […]

Meeting Minimum Spending Requirements for an Average Joe

December 30, 2013 By Leana 33 Comments

Ok, this has nothing to do with intelligence level! I’ve mentioned before that I don’t do any manufactured spending. A lot of people engage in this type of activity in order to be able to collect several sign-up bonuses at once. Personally, I don’t recommend it for a regular family where both spouses have full-time jobs […]

Best Avios Bargains for Family

December 23, 2013 By Leana 14 Comments

Update: Routes that used to cost 4,500 Avios and that happen to originate or end in USA, now cost 7,500 Avios. You can still get 4,500 Avios pricing on most international routes. Take a look at a distance chart in BA program. We will focus on Blue Class, which is economy. Though some of the […]