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Current Point Transfer Bonuses
This Month’s Transfer Bonuses A transfer bonus is a limited-time deal where a bank gives you extra miles or points when you move your credit card points to one of its airline or hotel partners. A 25% bonus means 40,000 points become 50,000. It’s like a sale on award travel! I keep

The Flying Blue Sweet Spot Every Family Should Know About
How to Book Delta Flights for Half the Miles (Without a Delta Card) I’ll be honest — I was a few years into my points and miles hobby when I figured out this trick. But I want share it with you so you can take advantage now. if you fly

You Don’t Need an American Airlines Card to Fly American — Here’s How Atmos Rewards Does It
How You Can Use Atmos Rewards to Fly Japan Airlines, American, and Hawaiian for Next to Nothing Here’s something that surprises a lot of families when they’re new to points and miles: you don’t need a Japan Airlines credit card to fly Japan Airlines, and you don’t need an American
Points and Miles Tips

Best Marriott Hotels for 50K Free Night Certificates (Family Friendly Options)
Where to Use Marriott 50K Free Night Certificates in 2026 One of the most exciting bonuses you can earn from certain Marriott credit card offers is a 50,000 point free night certificate. These certificates can be used for hotels costing up to 50,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night. Even better, Marriott now

Hyatt Just Announced Major Award Chart Changes — Here’s What Families Need to Know (and Do Before May)
Well… it happened.
Hyatt just announced a major overhaul to its award chart… and yes, it’s one of the biggest shifts we’ve seen in years.
If you’re a family who relies on Hyatt points (especially for aspirational stays or school break travel), this matters.
But before we spiral, let’s walk

Can You Pay a Car Down Payment With a Credit Card? (And Should You?)
Turning a Car Down Payment into Free Travel with Credit Card Points If you’re planning to buy a car and also trying to rack up points for your next family trip, you might be wondering: Can I put my car down payment on a credit card? Short answer: Sometimes. And when
Credit Card Reviews

The Flying Blue Sweet Spot Every Family Should Know About
How to Book Delta Flights for Half the Miles (Without a Delta Card) I’ll be honest — I was a few years into my points and miles hobby when I figured out this trick. But I want share it with you so you can take advantage now. if you fly

You Don’t Need an American Airlines Card to Fly American — Here’s How Atmos Rewards Does It
How You Can Use Atmos Rewards to Fly Japan Airlines, American, and Hawaiian for Next to Nothing Here’s something that surprises a lot of families when they’re new to points and miles: you don’t need a Japan Airlines credit card to fly Japan Airlines, and you don’t need an American

Every Personal Delta SkyMiles Card, Compared: Which One Actually Fits Your Family?
If you’ve ever stood in line at the Delta counter and wondered whether the people breezing past you into the Sky Club know some secret you don’t, I have good news: they probably just have the right card in their wallet. That’s really all it is. Full transparency: we don’t
Destinations & Hotel Reviews

Getting the Most for Your Points: Hyatt’s Best All-Inclusive Redemptions
How to Get a Good Deal at Hyatt All-Inclusive Resorts Looking to use your points for an all-inclusive getaway? Don’t miss this guest post by Summer Hall from Summer is Joy! She shares incredible tips on maximizing your Hyatt points when booking all-inclusive Hyatt resorts. If you have been into credit

Hyatt Andaz Costa Rica Review
Today’s post is all about our stay at the Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo. We left the kids behind for 3 nights of relaxation, 5 star treatment, and pure vida…

Hiking Diamond Head Crater in Hawaii with Kids
Honolulu, Hawaii is heaven for tourists and adventure seekers alike. There are plenty of activities to fill your days, whether you’re looking to relax on the beach or explore the island. And when visiting Hawaii’s capital, you don’t want to miss Diamond Head (or Lē‘ahi).
Disney Tips

Magic Kingdom in the Rain
Our most recent visit to Disney World just happened to be smack dab in the middle of Hurricane Eta. While it ended up not being the complete catastrophe I expected it to be, we definitely had our fair share of downpours that week. And as I was navigating the park

9 Matching Disney Shirts for Families in 2021
If you’ve stumbled upon this post you likely have a family trip to Disney World scheduled this year and you’re starting to think about what you’re all going to wear (mom, check out this post just for you). Maybe you’re thinking about that photo you’re going to take in front

Unexpected Disney World Expenses
You’ve made lists, gone shopping, made dining reservations, purchased discounted Disney gift card and packed your Mickey ears. But no matter how well you plan there will always be unexpected expenses that pop up on your trip that you may not have budgeted for. So my hope is that this
