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Maybe you’re just starting out with this whole traveling with points thing. Or maybe you already have this card and you want to better utilize it’s features and benefits. Either way, you’re in the right place. The Chase Sapphire Preferred Card is my go to recommendation for anyone looking to

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When it comes to hotel loyalty programs, World of Hyatt is among the best. While Hyatt may not be the world’s largest hotel chain, it still has many options for guests, and regardless of which hotel tier you choose, you’ll get a great deal for your points with this program.

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If you’re new to points and miles and you work a typical 9-5 job with an hourly wage or annual salary, you may think that you need to stick with personal credit cards. While there are plenty of great personal card options and bonuses out there, I’m here to tell

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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).

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I don’t know about your kids, but mine think vacations are just better when our hotel pool has a waterslide. Even if your days are going to be spent exploring Disney World or some other bucket list destination, they just want to know what the hotel pool situation is. So

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Last spring break our family spent a week in Arizona, Nevada and Utah and made a point to visit Antelope Canyon X because of beautiful pictures I had seen online. And let me tell you, it lived up to the hype. There are several tours available, but we chose to

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Booking an all-inclusive resort can be a convenient and easy to plan option for your next family vacation. I find that when all of our food and activities are already paid for, it’s so much easier to enjoy myself! While most everything is included in the price, I have yet

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Travel-related gifts for kids are a fantastic way to inspire a love for adventure and exploration from a young age. They can not only make the journey more enjoyable and educational, but it’s always a way to give practical gifts that you know they’ll use!

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Cape May, New Jersey offers so many family-friendly activities that are sure to keep kids entertained. Start your day by visiting the Cape May County Park and Zoo, where children can marvel at a wide variety of animals and even enjoy a train ride through the park.

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“What to bring to Universal Studios?” is the most common question asked by many first-time park-goers. Since our family had season passes in 2022 we made a point to fly to Orlando as often as we could to take advantage of them, so we learned pretty quickly what to put

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Welcome Friends!

Hi! I’m Kim — mom of three boys and wife to one husband. After years of using credit card points and miles to visit family and take trips we couldn’t otherwise afford, I turned my obsession with a good deal into helping other parents do the same. I love Jesus, family travel, and using points to make Disney trips (and snacks shaped like characters) way more affordable.

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