Rove Miles launched in 2025 as a new way to earn transferable rewards on travel and everyday purchases. Now, the program is adding quite a few more ways to earn. On Aug. 28, Rove launched a new mobile app, Rove Dining, instant-earning gift cards, in-store shopping offers, and a revamped hotel-booking platform. Some of these […]

Whether your family loves the beach or big cities, your IHG points can help you book the trip that fits your style.  We love the IHG program for family travel for many reasons, including:  Fourth night free on award stays if you hold the IHG One Rewards Traveler Credit Card, IHG One Rewards Premier Credit […]

Whether you’re chasing the Northern Lights or taking gorgeous hikes, Iceland has something for your family—and it’s less than a six-hour flight from the East Coast of the U.S. In this series of “for every points budget” posts, we show you how to get to a destination, whether you have plenty of points or are […]

It seems like just yesterday Alaska Airlines was dipping its toes into flights to Europe. And now it’s already adding two more destinations. They grow up so fast! Beginning in May 2027, Alaska will launch nonstop flights from Seattle (SEA) to Athens (ATH) and Paris (CDG), including what will become the longest flight in Alaska […]

On August 15, 2026, we had our third annual Points Talk Squad Meetup in Chicago! This is a free event we host locally for any of our students who are able to join us. And honestly, we are surprised at how far many of our students will fly to have lunch with us! Thank you […]

There are hotels that simply give you a place to sleep, and then there are hotels that have the relaxation vibe and make you want to return.  Liostasi Hotel on the Greek island of Ios is definitely the latter. And it is one that I would return to for so many reasons. Built into the […]

For many, planning a trip to a national park starts the same way: you search for lodging, only to find independent lodges, expensive cabins, or boutique hotels that don’t participate in any major loyalty program. If you’re hoping to use your Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton, or IHG points, it can feel like there aren’t many options. […]

If you’re new to travel rewards, you should know that Citi ThankYou® Points are one of the most flexible currencies you can earn—and my personal favorite. Depending on which Citi credit card you have, you can redeem your points for travel, gift cards, statement credits, and shopping. But the best value comes from transferring your […]

Flying Blue is changing how you book award flights on Air France and KLM. While the lowest award rates aren’t increasing, you’ll soon get fewer perks for your miles. Here’s what you need to know. Flying Blue Introduces Light, Standard, and Flex Awards Starting Sept. 8, Air France and KLM Flying Blue award flights will […]

Using points to redeem free nights at Hyatt all-inclusive resorts can be a great redemption. Whether you are booking with points earned from one of the Hyatt credit cards or a Chase card that earns Ultimate Rewards®, you are bound to get good value. There are two Hyatt credit cards, the personal card_name and also […]

When I first shared my plans for spending six weeks in Europe with my kids, everything looked great on paper. I had a rough itinerary, a handful of award bookings, and a strategy for balancing points, vacation rentals, and low-cost airlines. Now that we’re home, I can confidently say most of the plan worked exactly […]

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® and Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ each offer two $250 credits for hotel stays booked through The Edit, totaling $500 each calendar year. Each credit requires a separate prepaid stay of at least two nights. But Chase has quietly added an important restriction to the terms and conditions of this credit: You […]

One of the biggest myths I hear is, “I wish I had known I needed to book a trip to Europe [or anywhere] sooner because now it’s too late to book my trip.” Actually, that’s often not true. Time and time again, I have great luck finding last-minute flights with points and miles. Particularly when […]

I’ll be the first to admit that I like to search for award flights the old-fashioned way (versus using some of the amazing award search tools out there). Maybe I’m just a glutton for punishment. But seeing the new Avios calendar feature has my Luddite heart rejoicing. Avios.com has rolled out a new award calendar […]

We just got home from another great family trip (despite overcast and cold weather), and it reminded me of something I think we sometimes forget in the points-and-miles world. Points and miles aren’t about flying in business class every time or staying in the fanciest hotel. They’re about making family trips possible. In this case, […]

There are some destinations that are amazing to visit once, and others that keep calling you back. For me, Greece falls firmly into the second category. Even after multiple visits, I find myself searching for award flights and planning another trip almost every year. Part of the magic is how different each Greek island feels. […]

Most airline credit cards promise you free checked bags, priority boarding and bonus miles. But a handful offer something potentially even more valuable: a companion certificate. Depending on the airline, a companion certificate can save you a lot of money on a single trip. In general, in exchange for paying an annual fee—or sometimes meeting […]

When you think of using Hilton Honors points, you might picture an overwater bungalow in the Maldives or a beachfront resort in the Caribbean. But some of the very best redemptions are right here in the United States. From water parks and lazy rivers to private beaches and unforgettable wildlife encounters, Hilton has family-friendly resorts […]

Bahia Principe all-inclusive resorts were recently added to the World of Hyatt program, offering points travelers a new way to spend (or earn) our valuable Hyatt points.  Bahia Principe is a group of more than 20 all-inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Jamaica, and Spain—many of which are now bookable with Hyatt points. These […]

Nancy sent in her reader success story that had seven out of her family of eight travel to Europe! Now that is an impressive redemption!   Getting Started We just returned last month from an amazing 18-day trip to Europe and our biggest redemption yet, but before I get into that, I’ll go back to […]

One of the most common questions we get is: “How do you find all those amazing business-class flights?” The answer might surprise you. It’s usually not because we have more points than everyone else. It’s because we’ve learned where and how to search. Many people start by searching for a specific flight. They type in […]