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Plaza Premium Domestic Departures Lounge at Rio de Janeiro International Airport [Review]
Rio de Janeiro Galeão International Airport (GIG) has come a long way since the days before the Olympics and World Cup came bursting through the country. Along with a beautifully refreshed Terminal 2, passengers have their choice of dozens of…
The 14 Best Credit Cards for Families [2024]
It’s no secret that raising kids can be very expensive. With a constant list of expenses and responsibilities, managing the monthly bills can get overwhelming. But with the right credit card, you can save money on your family’s expenses and…
American Airlines Boeing 777-200 Economy Class Review [GIG to MIA]
Airline: American Airlines (AA) Aircraft: Boeing 777-223 Flight #: AA904 Route: Rio de Janeiro Galeão International Airport (GIG) > Miami International Airport (MIA), connecting to Boston (BOS) on the same ticket Date: November 22, 2019 Duration: 8hrs 40mins Cabin and…
Flying With Breast Milk — Everything You Need to Know [Detailed Guide]
We have addressed this many times here before, but traveling with kids can be stressful. As prepared as you might be, there is always the chance of a delay, a tantrum, rude passengers, and more. Add in trying to transport…
What Items Are Banned From Bringing Into Disney Parks? [Detailed List]
Normally when we talk about Disney it is almost always in a positive nature. Generally about how magical it is and how we are always subconsciously planning our next family trip back. While the parks may seem like a fairy…
What ID and Documents Does My Child Need To Fly? [2024]
Getting the family ready for a big vacation can be a lot of fun, but it can also come with a lot of stress. Even if it isn’t a big vacation, sometimes just the thought of putting your little ones…
How to Get a U.S. Passport for Your Baby [Step-By-Step]
As a new parent, you are constantly bombarded with information, tips, tricks, and the need for new knowledge that you never thought you would need to know. If you aren’t mentally exhausted trying to keep up how many DCPD (Diaper…
The Best Places to Stay in Orlando, Florida for Your Disney Vacation
If there is 1 thing that I enjoy writing about here at Upgraded Points, it is family vacations to Walt Disney World — a destination that is always changing thanks to new rides, airline routes, hotel openings, strategies, and so…
The Ultimate Disney Vacation Packing List & Best Tips [Printable]
Packing for a family vacation can be stressful, and packing for a family vacation to Disney is no different. Even if you’ve been planning your trip for months, somehow there’s always some last-minute item that needs to get thrown into…
How To Make Your Next Trip to Disney as “Stress-free” as Possible
Walt Disney World can be such a magical place. With all the incredible rides, character experiences, and pure imagination that have been brought to life, it is truly amazing. Kids visiting Disney for the first time will be in awe…
The Pros and Cons of Flying Business Class With a Baby
Flying up front in business or first class is the preferred method of travel any time you need to board a plane — that is why you read Upgraded Points, right?! Why sit in economy with less legroom, storage space,…
The Best Ways To Help Families Speed Through TSA at the Airport
Traveling can be stressful even for a seasoned veteran. Add in a kid or 2, and you could be looking at entirely new stress levels. Maybe a traffic jam made you late to the airport, or a single TSA line…
How To Visit Disney World for Cheap by Using Points & Miles [2024]
If there is a single thing that kids and (most) adults can agree on, it’s that a trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida is fun! Consistently one of the top destinations for families year after year, it’s no…