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Airlines · January 7, 2025

LifeMiles Plus (LM+): Exploring The Latest Updates And Benefits

If you’re a frequent traveler or a points / miles enthusiast, you’ve likely heard of LifeMiles, Avianca’s loyalty program. As a member of the Star Alliance, LifeMiles opens up opportunities to redeem miles for flights on Avianca and other Star…

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Airlines, Asia, Credit Cards · December 31, 2024

How To Maximize Family Award Travel: Lessons From 2024 & Must-Know Trends For 2025

Introduction: Reflecting On A Year Of Boundless Travel 2024 was a transformative year for our family award travel, filled with premium experiences and creative strategies for maximizing points and miles. Each of us flew close to 50,000 miles this year…

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Credit Cards · December 18, 2024

How To Use Amex Business Platinum’s $200 Hilton Statement Credit

If you’re a savvy traveler looking to maximize your American Express (Amex) Business Platinum benefits, there’s great news! Amex has added a new $200 annual Hilton statement credit, split into $50 per quarter. This benefit provides additional value for Hilton…

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Hotels, Japan · December 13, 2024

Why The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto is the Best Luxury Hotel for Families in Japan

Let’s face it: traveling with teenagers is a whole new ballgame. Gone are the days when you could plop them into a swimming pool, kick back in a cabana, and call it a day. Teenagers crave something meaningful to them,…

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Hotels · December 11, 2024

Is Booking Mr & Mrs Smith Hotels with Hyatt Points Worth It? A Complete Guide

If you’re a fan of Hyatt’s loyalty program, World of Hyatt (WoH), you’ve probably noticed some big changes over the past year. With partnerships like MGM Resorts and Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) coming to an end, Hyatt’s…

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Airlines · December 6, 2024

How To Prepare Winter 2025 Award Bookings

Attention, travel-loving families! Winter break 2025 might seem far away, but when it comes to booking award tickets, the early bird doesn’t just get the worm – they increase their chances of securing the best seats, the most comfortable flights,…

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