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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.

Packing for a Baby: What Works for Us

The first time we started packing for a baby, it felt like we were fleeing the country. By the second trip, we realized babies don’t actually need that much, just the right stuff.

This isn’t a color-coded, Pinterest-perfect checklist. This is the real version, what we actually bring.

Navigating Airports With a Baby

Airports can be stressful, even when it’s just you and a carry-on. Add a diaper bag, a stroller, and a ticking baby bomb, and suddenly you’re starring in your own anxiety documentary.
The good news? There are systems in place to make it smoother, and once you’ve done it once, navigating airports with a baby becomes so much easier next time.

Travel With Miles and Points: What to Do After You Get Started

You’ve opened a credit card, claimed a sign-up bonus, and maybe even booked your first trip. Congrats, you’re officially in the game. That first trip, maybe a quick getaway to Florida or a weekend at Disneyland, was proof that you can travel with miles and points, and I’m sure it felt pretty good saving hundreds of dollars along the way.

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.

Where to Start with Miles and Points

If you’re reading this, I applaud you. Most people stop at “I wish I could travel more” and never look beyond it. But here you are, diving into the world, or better yet the game, of miles and points. That’s exactly what it is: a game that, with a little practice, can completely change how you travel.