How Easy a Trip to Hawaii Is on Points (Yes—Even for a Family)
A Beginner’s Guide to Visiting Hawaii on Points For a long time, Hawaii felt like one of those “someday” trips. Beautiful, yes. Affordable for a family of five? Not so much. But in the summer of 2022 I took my family of 5 to Hawaii for 12 days on one of our most memorable trips […]
Citi Strata Elite℠ Credit Card Review: Benefits, Fees, and Who Should Get It
The new Citi Strata Elite℠ Card has been getting a lot of buzz lately, and I’ve been getting tons of questions about whether it’s actually worth it. On paper, it comes with strong earning rates and some solid travel perks, but premium cards are only as good as how you use them. So I grabbed all the […]
Capital One Venture X Business vs Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business: Which Premium Card Wins in 2026?
If you’re running a business and trying to squeeze in more family travel, the right credit card can make a huge difference. Two of my favorites—the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business and the Capital One Venture X Business—both come with perks that can help cover travel costs, make airport days less stressful, and even get your whole crew into airport lounges for a free meal (and maybe a little peace and quiet). But they’re not the same when it comes to annual fees, travel credits, and lounge access. In this post, we’ll break it all down so you can see which one will help you save more and travel better with your family in tow.
5 Nights at Disney World on Credit Card Points
How We Booked a Last-Minute Disney World Trip with Points (and Paid Almost Nothing) Sometimes the best trips start with a “what if?”In our case, it was: “What if we just went to Disney next week?” Now, if we had to pay cash for flights, park tickets, and hotels for our family of five—on short notice—that idea […]
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 card points and miles for […]
Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. Capital One Venture: Which Travel Card Is Best for You?
If you’re just getting started with points and miles, you’ve probably heard a lot about two of the most popular beginner travel rewards cards: the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card and the Chase Sapphire Preferred. Both are excellent choices, especially for families who want an easy way to turn everyday spending into significantly reduced travel costs.
So which one should you choose? Let’s break down the key differences in welcome bonuses, annual fees, travel protections, and extra perks to help you decide.
Should You Pay Your Taxes With a Credit Card?
If you had asked me a few years ago if I thought it was worth paying a fee to pay taxes with a credit card, I would have said “Absolutely not.” But my tune has changed since I discovered credit card points for nearly free travel. Keep reading to see why! When is it a good […]
How to Earn Hyatt Globalist Status
Hyatt Globalist status is the most coveted hotel status out there, and for good reason. While it normally takes 60 qualifying nights with Hyatt to reach it, we have never stayed the entire 60 nights. Yes, we do have to spend a decent amount of nights in a Hyatt but when you pay with points and have status that gives you free breakfast, late check out and suite upgrades… It’s not a hardship.
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…
How to Open a Business Credit Card with a Side Hustle
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 you that you are missing out on serious travel rewards if you completely write off business credit cards. Chances are, you already qualify for a business credit card and you just don’t realize it.
If you have ever had any kind of side hustle you will most likely qualify for a business card.