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Credit Cards · October 5, 2025

The Truth About the $895 Amex Platinum (From a Family Who Keeps It)

Photo Credit: American Express The American Express Platinum Card has always been one of the most aspirational travel cards on the market. But with the annual fee now climbing to $895, the big question many families ask is: is this…

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Airlines · September 27, 2025

How To Best Turn Transfer Bonuses Into A Family Trip

Every few weeks, banks roll out promotions that can completely change the way your points stretch. This September, Citi ThankYou Rewards unlocked three big bonuses: At first glance, these may feel like just numbers on a screen. But here’s the…

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Hotels, Japan · September 10, 2025

How To Save $2000 In ROKU Kyoto (It’s Damn Awesome!)

I Almost Let A Hilton Free Night Certificate Expire When planning our nine-day Kyushu journey, I never thought I’d divert north to Kyoto. That little certificate sat in my partner’s Hilton account, and my first thought was, maybe we’ll just…

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Credit Cards · September 3, 2025

3 Easy Wins Families Don’t Want To Miss From Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards Now

Why This Overhaul Is Different Whenever airlines announce “enhancements” to their loyalty programs, families like mine usually brace for the worst. Too often, we’ve seen “improvements” translate into higher redemption costs, stricter routing rules, and elite status that feels impossible…

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Hotels · August 30, 2025

How To Book Park Hyatt Saigon Without Overspending (3 Day Itinerary Bonus)

After landing from Singapore on Vietnam Airlines Business Class, fresh off my Etihad First Apartment ride, I stepped into Vietnam with a mix of excitement and nostalgia. A decade ago, I was here almost every month for work in apparel…

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Credit Cards · August 20, 2025

$600 Hotel Credit Sounds Great. What Families Need to Know About Amex Platinum And Business Before Sept 17

If your family uses the Amex Platinum card to make travel smoother and more enjoyable, this is one rumor you’ll want to pay attention to. Big changes are expected this fall, and the way you act before September 17 could…

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