If we have to spend extra money over the holidays, we might as well make the most of it. One of my favorite ways to maximize my holiday shopping is by using an online shopping portal. This gives me a small percentage back on all of my purchases. Here’s a breakdown of how it works. […]

The Southwest Companion Pass is a valuable travel benefit that lets a designated companion fly free (excluding taxes and fees) with a Rapid Rewards member on all Southwest flights. It effectively doubles the value of your points and makes travel more affordable. Let’s go over everything you need to know so you can get BOGO […]

Whenever I first start talking to someone about using points and miles to travel more, they ask me which cards I recommend. The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is always my go-to first card recommendation. However, once you have that card, what do you open next? The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card and the Capital […]

While many points and miles programs get more attention, Citi ThankYou® Points often fly under the radar. However, learning how to earn, maximize, and redeem Citi ThankYou® Points can open up valuable travel opportunities. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about this underrated rewards program. What are Citi ThankYou® Points? […]

I recently returned from a girls trip to London with my best friend. We left our nine children at home and had a wonderful time enjoying everything London has to offer. Even better, there was no whining about tired legs or boring museums. To top it off, we spent a whopping $360 per person on […]

Flying Blue is the shared award program for Air France and KLM airlines, which are based in Paris and Amsterdam, respectively. Flying Blue is one of my favorite ways to travel to and from Europe (and other destinations!), especially for families. They’re a transfer partners for all four major banks, they tend to have a […]