For the longest time I’ve wanted to stay at an all-inclusive resort. We almost did visit one in St.Lucia in 2010, but then I got pregnant and we decided to cancel since medical facilities on that island are mediocre. Ever since then, I have been trying to convince my husband to go, but he is […]
Miles and Points, Greedy Bloggers
1. Get 3,000 bonus AAdvantage miles by making your first Rocketmiles reservation by October 31st. Not my referral link. 2. A promotion from National where you get a free car rental after 2 paid ones. Valid through January 2015, and need to reserve rentals of 2 days or longer, midsize car or bigger. Link to […]
Redeeming Rapid Rewards for family and friends
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 […]
I guess I value a mile at more than one cent
How do I know that for a fact? Well, I just paid around 1.13 cent for it. And not just any mile, but a US Dividend mile, which is almost as bad as skypeso, I mean skymile from Delta program. Almost. Delta is truly the worst. I am talking about a 100 percent bonus on […]
Freaks and geeks rule!
No, its not a rant. Yes, its miles and points related. You may have heard all the talk about Southwest Rapid Rewards program devaluation, coming after March 31st 2014. Basically, one point will be good for 1.4 cents in travel instead of 1.67 cents currently. Even before this change, when you heard “most valuable mile” […]