2011 was the year I did the most travel ever. Every month except for February away I went. Some months included more than one vacation. In 2011 I flew on 33 separate flights and used frequent flyer miles for free or almost free tickets for 29 of those 33 flights.… read more →
On our way to South America from Philadelphia we decided to plan a stop in South Beach for three days. We flew on American Airlines using British Airline miles before they became Avios points. There were no additional miles or costs to fly into Miami and stay for a few… read more →
June has been a great month for enjoying long weekends at the New Jersey shore. We stay at the Atlantic City Sheraton with our family and wonderful friends. Since I book most of our reservations at this hotel more than a year ahead, we enjoy low rates. Some weekend nights… read more →
Southwest is having a fare sale. The base fare from Philadelphia to Boston is $39, total round trip including all taxes and fees is under $100. I learned about this low fare from an email from airfarewatchdog.com. Since I have a Southwest Companion Pass for my husband, we pay only… read more →
It has been more than four months since I was approved for the Priority Club VISA from Chase, so I thought I would try this week to get approved for the Continental 50,000 Mile offer before the May 15th deadline. Since both of these credit cards are issued by Chase,… read more →
I am registered to attend a weekend frequent traveler conference in Chicago organized by the Frugal Travel Guy. Here is the link to register if you are interested in attending. The cost is $75 and includes lunch both days. Registration Link I missed this event last year because I was… read more →
Here is a link to a credit card offer for 35,000 US Airways miles after your first purchase with no annual fee for the first year. USAirways Miles You will also receive one free US Airways Club pass for their airport club lounge, preferred check in, preferred boarding, and two… read more →
Fort Lauderdale The snow and gray days are getting to me, so I could not resist booking a quick trip to Fort Lauderdale. I am hoping for a few days in the warm sun at the beginning of March. We will fly Southwest early in the morning and stay three… read more →
We returned home this week to find $500 in Southwest gift cards waiting for us. In July I had my husband apply for the Southwest Airlines Visa card. The annual fee for the first year was waived; he was given 16 credits (enough for one round trip ticket) and promised… read more →
Welcome to my blog. I am just back from a week in Paris with my wonderful husband for a total cost of $1400. How did I do it? Hotel and airline frequent flyer programs especially their promotions. How did all this start? About ten years ago I was sitting with… read more →
