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Miles & Points 101: How Points Actually Work

A few years ago, I thought business class flights, luxury hotels, and international adventures were things other people got to experience. Then I discovered miles and points.

If you’re reading this, you’re already ahead of most people. A lot of people say, “I wish I could travel more” or ” I want to know how to use miles and points,” but never take the next step to figure out how. Learning how miles and points work is that next step.

French Polynesia: Our Itinerary

Our trip to the islands of French Polynesia was incredible. We had high hopes, and they were all met. I can vividly remember as a kid thinking it would be so cool to go to Tahiti and to fly in business class. Two things I never thought would happen, but here we are. Check out our itinerary.

Trippin’ to Tahiti: Tahiti in Business Class with Miles and Points in 2025

The whole purpose of our blog is to showcase our travels and how we make them happen. This post is no exception. This was originally written when we booked this trip in 2024, but the same strategy still applies. With miles and points, the world is open to anyone. This is how we booked Tahiti in business class with miles and points.

Japan: Our Itinerary (Nov2024)

Japan is incredible. It lived up to all our expectations and it’s now high on our recommendation list! Check out our Itinerary!

The Plan for Japan

With a solid plan and direction, anyone can book their dream vacation. But, let’s skip the warm welcome and opener, and let’s get to the plan for Japan.

Visiting Havana as an American

For years, we thought that visiting Cuba as an American was overly complicated and unique. However, we found that it’s actually much more accessible than we anticipated, and Cuba is an incredible destination.

European Christmas Markets with a Baby

We took our 8-month-old baby girl to Christmas markets in Austria, Hungary, and Slovakia, and it was incredible! She loved the lights and sounds, and we were all enchanted by the festive atmosphere. The markets are truly magical and should be a bucket list item for any family. We loved every moment and can’t wait to take her back for more as she gets older. Here are some tips and insights to help you navigate and fully enjoy European Christmas markets with a baby.

Flying With a Baby: Real Tips From Real Chaos.

The first time flying with a baby is overwhelming; there’s no way around it. Between diaper blowouts, security lines, and the fear of judgmental stares, it can feel like a survival test. But it’s doable, and honestly, far less intimidating than you’d think. Most people are kind, and airline staff are used to helping families. With the right prep, you can make your baby’s first flight (and your sanity) go surprisingly smoothly.