Parker, Author at Chaos and Carry-Ons

How Normal People can Use Miles and Points to Fly Somewhere Expensive

A friend recently asked if we’d seen any cheap flight deals to Argentina lately. I wish I could say yes, but flights down there aren’t exactly known for being kind to your wallet, and deals pop up way less than other places. So I told them the truth; if they really want to save money, they should look into how normal people can use miles and points to bring those prices down. They replied, saying they need to talk with us some more to better understand how that works… which is exactly why I’m writing this. Consider this the beginner-friendly breakdown of exactly what I do.

How to Book United Flights with Air India Miles (and Why It Can Cost Just $58)

Every now and then, I fall down a miles-and-points rabbit hole and come out the other side staring at something so odd I have to double-check it’s real.

That’s what happened when I stumbled on this little-known Air India–United booking angle. I read about it on DailyDrop, did a quick Google search… and found maybe only a few half-buried posts mentioning it. While it’s not life-changing, it’s definitely one of those niche tricks worth keeping in your back pocket, especially for short-haul or overpriced domestic flights.

Renting a Scooter in Fare, Huahine: The Best Way to Explore the Island

Huahine is an incredible island that is often overlooked in favor of its flashier neighbor, Bora Bora. We spent a few days here and quickly fell in love with how calm and local it felt.

Compared to islands like Bora Bora or Moorea, Huahine moves at a slower pace. You notice small things here, like shops closing on Sundays, kids playing near the water, and neighbors chatting in the shade.

Travel More: A Beginner’s Guide to Cheap Flights and Understanding Travel

People often ask how they can travel more like we do. The truth is, it comes down to two things. First, learning how to find cheap flights so getting to new places stays affordable. Second, understanding how travel works, from the airlines and routes to the timing and opportunities most people never notice.

French Polynesia: What We Used and What We Paid

This post isn’t about which beach was the best or what we did with our days (that’s coming next). It’s a behind-the-scenes look at how we made the trip happen: business-class flights to Tahiti, a quiet stay on the island of Huahine, and how we used a mix of points, miles, and cash to make it work. If you haven’t caught on yet, we use miles and points for just about everything. So while the social media clickbait might sound like we spent a fortune, the real story is how we didn’t. Here’s what we spent, what we saved, and how we made it all come together.

Trippin’ to Tahiti: Tahiti in Business Class with Miles and Points.

The whole purpose of our blog is to showcase our travels, and how we achieve them. This short post is no exception. With miles and points the world is open to anyone. This is how we’re flying to Tahiti in business class with miles and points.