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hear it from a girl scout leader: how to inspire ...

Journeys. I have had so many of them over my years as a Girl Scout and then as a Girl Scout...

30 things that will (probably) happen in your 30s

Your 20s have passed,and you are on to the next decade of your life. Now what? Dear Wendy gives us...

7 things grown ass women need to stop doing in the...

Ladies,if you're a strong and independent woman, you need to make sure your actions reflect...

6 ways to find alone time during the holidays

The holidays are almost here,and spending time with family can be the best - and worst - part of the...

the 1 thing men find irresistible in a woman

Looks can hook a guy,but what is it that keeps them wanting more? After discussing the topic with...

should i go for status, wait for now, or wait...

As some readers may know,I just flew a couple segments in Emirates first class with Ben, and then...

here s how marriott could make spg members...

With the Marriott takeover of Starwood now a sure thing,the realization is soon setting in for SPG...

why miles are becoming less important to me (sort...

It's easy to glean pessimistic in this miles & points hobby,because stuff is constantly...

do you cancel trips when sick? that s my dilemma...

I'd like to reflect I contain a pretty strong immune system,which is probably a result of...

why frequent travel can lead to sadness and...

Back in 2014 I first shared a comment left by reader DJ,called "The Curse Of The Traveler." I...

what should a first timer do in dubai?

A few days ago I shared some tips for what a first timer should execute in Hong Kong. It wasn't...

should you visit mauritius? here are my...

Different people look for different things when planning vacations centered around relaxation. Some...

dear alaska airlines: this is how you win back the...

Early this morning I posted about the horrible devaluation Alaska Mileage Plan made to their award...

redeeming miles to hawaii can be tough

Reader CLH posted on the Ask Lucky forum asking for help planning a trip to Hawaii. The full...

do you tip uber drivers? here s why i feel guilty...

I'm a huge fan of Uber,and spend them all the time. I don't remember the final time I...

is traveling to the maldives worth it?

With Christmas,novel Years, and the most well-liked week to vacation about 11 months out, or I know...

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Credit card companies have been making changes lately to try and encourage profitable behavior and...

i learned something new: aircraft swaps qualify as...

Yesterday I wrote a post approximately an issue several readers are facing,where American is...

how to share inflight wifi between multiple...

I largely rely on inflight internet to stay connected while traveling. When flying 400000+ miles per...

what is a tourist trap? and is it a bad thing?

Yesterday I wrote a post entitled "The Joys Of Traveling To A fresh station With No Expectations,"...

wendell pierce; carrie brownstein; elizabeth...

Today's prove is a holiday treat of some of our favorite book interviews from 2015: Actor...

review: baby boss city taipei, taiwan

I've already covered most of the things we did with the kids in Taipei. But I thought our visit...

6 things to do in taipei with kids

We really enjoyed our week in Taipei. Our trip coincided with Chinese New Year,and there were pluses...

why your american a319 upgrade odds are better...

As I wrote approximately a couple of weeks ago,American is in the process of reconfiguring their...

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Although we all admire “free” travel,sometimes, we just can’t execute it work out that way....

4 foreplay ideas to take sex to the next level

Whether you're looking to spice things up or kick your already-intense sex life up a...

can you still visit cockpits on airlines?

Reader Jacob asked the following question in the request Lucky forum,approximately visiting the...

why i always take snacks to go on international...

People always quiz me how I deal with jetlag,and the simple answer is that I don't. Because of...

how much do airline pilots get paid?

Yesterday I posted approximately the letter that American's pilot union sent to the...

i have a new favorite business class seat

It's incredible how far business class seats contain arrive over the years. We've seen a...

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While I love traveling with Tiffany,I maintain to remember that it's not all fun and games...

is it wrong to travel to countries where being gay...

Here's something inspiring I've noticed. I certainly respect if others feel differently...

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Whether you're looking to spice things up or kick your already-intense sex life up a...

can airplane food actually be restaurant quality?

Airline food tends to be the punchline of many jokes,and the average traveler would probably compare...

why alaska will innovate mileage plan but won t go...

In mid-November American announced their AAdvantage program would move revenue based in the second...

6 awards not to book before american s devaluation

As I posted a reminder of yesterday,today is the final day to redeem American AAdvantage miles...

changes coming to citi prestige fourth night free...

You know the saying: "when it sounds too obliging to be true,it probably is."That's how...

does an aircraft swap qualify as a schedule...

While this question is generally relevant,let me frame it in the context of a specific situation...

my single best tip for maximizing points...

Book something you're happy with and always check back to see if you can improve on...

traveling this thanksgiving? leave even more time...

There are many words which can be used to describe the holidays (and really the remainder of the...

my london hotel conundrum (and what i ended up...

Yesterday Tiffany wrote an excellent post approximately redeeming hotel points in London. The timing...

getting approved for spg business amex as a sole...

As I've mentioned many times before,were seeing the biggest ever sign-up bonus on the Starwood...

international connections at lax just got easier

It's no secret that some of the biggest airports in the US are poorly designed. For...

what are the differences between virtuoso and amex...

While hotel loyalty programs in and of themselves can be extremely rewarding,there are many ways to...

what to do if you re threatened over onboard...

Reader John P asked a question in the the seek information from Lucky forum regarding a recent...

which transferable points are most valuable?

One of the keys to avoiding disappointment with points as much as possible is to gather transferable...

last chance: redeem your american miles before...

As was first announced last November,American AAdvantage will have a enormous award chart...

are the annual fees on the citi prestige citi...

Last year Citi really upped their game when it came to their transferrable points currency cards,as...

best credit card for spg stays?

Usually I have a pretty clear-slash strategy when it comes to my credit card spend,and which...

how to deal with a fear of flying?

Reader Tamara asked the following question in the put a question to Lucky forum:"Hi Lucky!I'm...

best chance of upgrading american flight to...

Reader Coloradomom asked the following question in the "Ask Lucky" forum:"I recently made AA EXP...

why don t airlines offer free upgrades when there...

Reader John left the following comment on a post the other day approximately Delta eliminating phone...

should you purchase ihg rewards club points for...

Daily Getaways is returning for the next five weeks,which is an opportunity to purchase discounted...

dont keep a secret stash, and other financial...

(aka. pic.twitter.com/TeW8vU8bLfJanuary 19,2016Patrice Washington, who has a weekly segment on The...

qantas denied american award seats — any...

A couple of days ago I wrote about how Qantas was releasing a pleasurable amount of commerce class...

help me decide how to pay for a camera on amazon

I'm faced with a shopping conundrum. We're in the market for a new DSLR after yours truly...

which citi card should you sign up for first?

Citi has been really aggressive since early final year with their consumer credit card division,so...

how to get approved for credit cards as a college...

I frequently accept emails from readers who are college students and don’t enjoy credit cards...

why i travel the way i do

Every so often I mediate it makes sense to go back and explain the basic "mission" of the blog,as I...

should you redeem citi thankyou points for gift...

The beauty of transferrable points currencies (Amex Membership Rewards,Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi...

ihg accelerate offers a free night for every two...

IHG announced their drop 2015 promotion back in August,which is another of those targeted promotions...

london hotels on points

Thanks in part to the fabulous British Airways sales of last week,hotels in London gain been a hot...

how much are american miles worth post...

Today is March 22,which is probably the most dreaded day of the calendar for us American AAdvantage...

2016 hyatt diamond upgrades are now available

A few days ago I posted a reminder that Hyatt’s 2015 Diamond Suite Upgrade Awards would expire on...

international american airlines upgrades are...

I've no doubt given American a hard time lately,given their switch to a revenue based program...

does tripadvisor take the shame out of picture...

One of the most challenging aspects of "trip reporting" can be the picture taking. It's not...

here are my valuations of miles points

whether you check the blog's Beginners Guide To Miles & Points,you'll see that I have a...

how to maximize starpoints for free night...

The biggest ever sign-up bonuses on the Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card from American Express...

best costco amex replacement

As we’ve known since early final year,Costco is replacing American Express with Citi for their...

is there a solution to overcrowded centurion...

Over the past several years American Express has been expanding their network of airport...

how to save money on gogo inflight wifi

With how much I waft,wifi on planes is more or less a necessity. I wouldn't be able to waft as...

can you sell airline miles?

Reader Tim asked the following question in the Ask Lucky forum:"Sorry if this may seem like a stupid...

4 reasons i prefer the a350 to the 787

The two planes which are really revolutionizing air travel are the Boeing 787 and Airbus A350....

holiday credit card bonus offer roundup

The holidays are upon us and the credit card companies are jockeying to get their card at the top of...

how to get free united club access

Copa Airlines has been a bit of an oddball in the world of aviation. Copa used to be 49% owned by...

our american dream, a guide to bluntness, metoo in...

Stephanie Butnick,deputy editor of Tablet Magazine and host of the podcast “Unorthodox,”...

how to avoid atm fraud while traveling

When I travel abroad,I always get cash by visiting a local ATM. Yes, you might pay a fee of a couple...

which hilton amex sign up bonus is best?

As I first wrote about a couple of weeks ago,American Express is offering increased sign-up bonuses...

$20 back on dining through livingsocial...

Via FrequentMiler,there's a new opportunity to earn cash back on dining purchases through the...

request missing ihg priceless surprises plays now!

I've written fairly a bit about the IHG Priceless Surprises promotion that ran from...

how to use copa upgrades on united

Early last year,the Panama-based airline Copa rolled out a recent frequent flyer program, and...

what will the citi premier sign up bonus change...

As I've written approximately extensively,the sign-up bonus on the Citi ThankYou® Premier Card...

great targeted offer for aadvantage aviator...

I can't really remember seeing so many credit card bonus spend offers in such a short time. It...

is this the secret to hilton diamond suite...

While I'm primarily loyal to Hyatt Gold Passport and Starwood Preferred Guest,I've...

4 reasons you should wear your airline pajamas

whether there's one outfit I'm passionate about,it's pajamas. Especially airline...

appalachian trail thru hikers share 99 tips for...

whether you’re thinking about hiking the Appalachian Trail,you probably hold a lot of questions...

please don t redeem starpoints at caesars, even...

Since early 2014,Starwood and Caesars Entertainment contain had a partnership. This followed the...

12 secrets to emirates first class

It's no secret that Emirates first class is one of my favorite products in the world. While...

the trick to redeeming american miles on etihad

It's now less than a month until American's award chart devaluation,which kicks in for...

etihad now lets you easily select seats online

Etihad is behind the times when it comes to parts of their website. For example,while it has long...

how i scored an amazing award by making 7 ticket...

I've often said that the key to securing the perfect airline award ticket is to lock something...

is the capital one venture card underrated?

Cash back cards are more attractive than ever before,given how complicated airlines are making their...

5 awesome credit cards without foreign transaction...

One remarkable trend we've seen from credit cards over the past few years has been the...

10 best credit card offers for december

Every month I do a post with what I consider to be the best credit card sign-up bonuses of the...

where should you credit british airways business...

Yesterday was a very exciting day in our corner of the internet,with the brilliant (and...

what s the most obvious tip you ve ever shared...

Although most of my travel is with my family,I still execute a small amount of travel for work. As I...

clothing for an appalachian trail thru hike: our...

Dressing for a six-month Appalachian Trail thru-hike is deceptively simple,but actually takes a lot...

are airlines killing the golden goose?

I'd argue frequent flyer programs are one of the best ideas the airlines ever had. I mediate it...

hyatt diamond benefits: what you need to know

Something tells me there are tons of recent Hyatt Diamond members over the past few weeks. Back in...

which airlines hotels have promos for buying...

One of the best ways to book luxury vacations at enormous discounts is by buying points at a...

when deciding which miles to redeem isn t...

Typically the single biggest challenge of redeeming miles is finding saver level award space. If...

splitting cabins when traveling with someone?

I'm sort of surprised by how often I see people split cabins on planes. In other words,you have...

no more last minute cathay pacific first class...

Cathay Pacific offers one of my all around favorite first class products. While I don't...

deciding which miles to use

Reader Uri posed a question in the "seek information from Lucky" forum recently,wondering how to go...

best way to earn miles for honeymoon to asia?

Reader Melanie emailed me the following question:"I'm brand modern to the hobby and am starting...

best american airlines 787 business class seats

Over the past week I've flown roundtrip on American's 787 between Dallas and Beijing. I...

should airline employees be able to fly first...

Different airlines contain different policies when it comes to the flight benefits that employees...

how to easily search hyatt cash points...

In early 2014 Hyatt introduced Points + Cash awards,allowing members to redeem part points and part...

exploring madrid

The final time I'd visited Madrid was as a surly teenager on a trip I didn't want to be on...

the 4 airlines with the best award ticket change...

Airlines are releasing fewer premium cabin award seats in advance than in the past,so we're...

7 easy ways to keep miles from expiring

One of the saddest parts of my day (other than explaining to people why their million CapitalOne...

when we say act fast, we mean it…

Earlier this morning Ben posted approximately some improbable ~$1800 business class airfares from...

what to know about redlining new hampshire s white...

You’re looking for the ultimate lifelong hiking challenge in the White Mountains. A race to the...

is it illegal to buy airline or hotel status?

Reader rehana asked the following question in the inquire of Lucky forum:"I believe seen quite a few...

reader tip: turn off amazon shop with points

Banks and retailers maintain been combining forces increasingly lately,in hopes of directing...

10 reasons to get the citi prestige card

The Citi Prestige Card is the all around hottest credit card out there,in my opinion. It was...

canceling flights due to zika virus

whether you've been following the news at all,you've probably seen stories approximately...

oil is cheap — why are airlines still imposing...

Reader deelizzle asked the following in the Ask Lucky forum regarding airline fuel surcharges:"Oil...

last chance for extra us passport pages

Have you looked at the back of your passport lately? Beginning January 1,2016 the State Department...

best cashback amex card?

Reader Robert asked the following question in the "put a question to Lucky" forum:"I am looking for...

what are inaugural flights like?

Reader Deepak asked the following in the "inquire of Lucky" forum,regarding taking inaugural...

booking my unborn child s first airplane ticket

My wife and I are expecting our third child in late September -- or possibly any day I suppose....

how to use these common relationship conflicts to...

How to use these common relationship conflicts to strengthen your bondComparing your relationship to...

amex surpass vs. citi reserve: which hilton sign...

Yesterday I posted about how we're seeing the highest ever sign-up bonuses on the Hilton...

strategy for booking pre devaluation american...

As most of you probably know by now,American AAdvantage will fill a enormous award chart devaluation...

officemax and office depot testing awesome rewards...

Did you know that office supply stores hold loyalty programs? I certainly never paid much attention...

last chance: redeem ihg points before devaluation

As I first posted approximately a couple of weeks ago,IHG Rewards Club is making some changes to...

flying this weekend? here s what you need to know

As the projected severity of the winter storm in the Northeast increases,most domestic airlines in...

which credit card should you buy points with?

As I write approximately all the time,buying miles can be a fantastic way to book premium cabin...

when should you switch seats on a plane?

Reader Abe emailed me an interesting question:"Would you change seats whether a husband wife duo...

3 myths about spg business amex lounge access

In mid-August Starwood and American Express announced a host of unusual benefits for their Starwood...

getting around new york… in 2015

Once upon a time not too long ago,there were only a few ways to navigate around New York as a...

jetblue card jetblue plus card benefits

Early last year we learned that JetBlue and American Express would be cutting ties,after having a...

why you should pay your taxes by credit card

Tax season is in full swing in the US,with federal income taxes being due in a bit over a month. No...

best way to redeem miles for first class between...

I'm all approximately maximizing premium cabin awards,whether it's finding the most direct...

using miles for a family over peak dates

Being creative and flexible is pretty much the mantra when it comes to using frequent flyer miles....

dear hotels: stop with your currency conversion...

"Would you like to pay in [local currency] or US Dollars?"It's a question virtually anyone with...

how much is a priority pass membership worth?

Reader Daniel asked the following question in the Ask Lucky forum regarding precedence Pass...

are fisheye travel pictures useful or annoying?

Over the weekend I wrote about the novel toy I picked up -- the Olloclip iPhone 6 lens. It's...

getting creative when award space isn t available

If you haven’t had a chance to read Tiffany’s post approximately booking award flights to...

the case for spinner bags

There are few things in the frequent flyer world as controversial as luggage. Everyone has a...

don t forget: last day to book spg awards before...

A few weeks ago Starwood announced their 2016 hotel category changes,which kick in for bookings as...

best credit card for buying airline tickets

Using the right credit card for airfare purchases can greatly impact your points balances,especially...

what are your rights if downgraded on a flight?

Reader Liamlpa asked the following question in the "Ask Lucky" forum (it's long but,poses an...

getting airline hotel fees waived in light of...

Reader Rich asked the following question in the "Ask Lucky" forum:"Has anyone tried to...

is it appropriate to share first class amenities...

A friend just sent me the following question by email,which I thought would be fun to pose here:"So...

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Reader DanceDiscoInferno asked the following in the "Ask Lucky" forum:"Since I live in the...

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I'm mileage running this week,which means I occupy lots of opinions about everything even...

minimum drinking age on planes?

I often receive questions from young readers asking approximately drinking ages on various...

best credit card for earning american miles

On Friday I wrote approximately some minor changes coming to the Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum...

apply for the spg amex or everyday preferred amex?

Readerasked the following question on Twitter:"I already occupy the Blue Cash Preferred® Card from...

the virginia triple crown: 34 iconic miles of at...

Dragon’s Tooth. McAfee Knob. Tinker Cliffs. Hike all three of these spectacular destinations along...

annie duke on making decisions under pressure

Annie Duke,author and former professional poker player, discusses her new book, or Thinking in Bets:...

is airplane wifi safe?

There's been a lot of buzz this week approximately a USA nowadays reporter who was hacked by...

a wise guys guide to happiness

assume approximately your favorite material possession you bought this year.Now assume...

which amex open savings benefit should you choose?

Reader David W asked the following question in the "seek information from Lucky" forum:I signed up...

how to make a ultralight soda can alcohol stove

We all aspire to hike lighter. Unfortunately,ultralight gear is expensive. Even standard camp stoves...

resources for using your miles

I spoke this past weekend at the Frequent Traveler University in Newport Beach,and very much enjoyed...

elizabeth gilbert on creativity

Elizabeth Gilbert,the author of Eat, Pray, or cherish and now Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond...

how to raise a boy in our violent world

Stella Bugbee,president and editor-in-chief of unique York Magazine's The Cutdiscusses the...

how to talk about race, state of freedom, city of...

Ijeoma Oluo,Editor at Large for The Establishment, discusses her book "So You Want to Talk...

triple digit temps forecast for pct this weekend...

he National Weather Service (NWS) is warning of a “record-breaking and uncertain heatwave”...

the truth behind 9 common appalachian trail myths

Whether you’ve hiked the Appalachian Trail,are in the planning stages, or simply dreaming, or...

pacific crest trail section profile: southern...

At just over 700 miles,the Southern California section of the Pacific Crest Trail is a diverse and...

avalanche danger and staying safe on the cdt in...

Due to increased snowpack and avalanche danger this year,the Continental Divide Trail Coalition...

a new way of policing, a french wwii spy, david...

Andrew G. Ferguson explains The Rise of stout Data Policing: Surveillance,Race, and the Future of...

tips for hiking scotland s west highland way

final winter we reviewed Saoirse “myth” Ibargüen’s favorite gear for an AT thru-hike. This...

a complete list of appalachian trail hostels: 2021...

ostels on the Appalachian Trail are part of what makes a thru-hike such a unique experience. We’ve...

how to thank airline hotel employees for great...

Reader TVH asked the following in the Ask Lucky forum: So I’ve got a bunch of these AA employee...

your guide to resupplying on the continental...

lanning your resupply on the Continental Divide Trail can be intimidating. While there are hundreds...

grit: a crowdfunding essential

It’s been a week and no one has backed my campaign,what achieve I achieve? Giving up is not the...

holiday gift guide 2015

Check out my Holiday 2015 Gift Guide for Lucky-approved presents ranging from $20 stocking stuffers...

who owns the rights to airplane window shades?

In June I wrote a post entitled "Is Opening Your Window Shade On A Plane A lawful Or Privilege?"The...

10 signs you re about to fall for a bad airbnb...

There are a lot of fabulous rentals on Airbnband a lot of not-so-grand ones. Here,experts shed light...

13 simple, everyday ways to make your marriage...

Making a marriage strong shouldn't be tough work - it should be gratifying but small and simple...

pacific crest trail section profile: sierra nevada

While each section of the PCT boasts its own beauty,the tall Sierra is commonly thought of as the...

best sections of the at to hike in the summer

Say hello to 15+ hours of daylight,refreshing mountain streams, and endless miles of green tunnel....

when to talk politics at parties, and other social...

As election season heats up,it can be nearly impossible to avoid discussing polarizing issues in...

how i prepared for an early season tahoe rim trail...

On June 16,2019 my sister and I arrived in Reno, NV to thru-hike the Tahoe Rim Trail. I had heard...

interview with sibo looks right creator ginny...

When Project Creators near on board Thundafund and immerse themselves in their crowdfunding...

the importance of a funding strategy for your...

Why you need a funding strategy: A funding strategy helps you identify possible backers and how to...

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