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The 27 Best Things To Do in O’ahu, Hawai’i, With Kids [2024]
Hawai’i is a magical place, so taking your kids on a family vacation to Hawai’i is on the to-do list for many parents. But with multiple islands and countless things to do on each one, planning a family-friendly trip can…
[Expired] Get a 20% Discount When You Redeem Southwest Rapid Rewards Points
Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. If you’ve been looking to book a Southwest Airlines flight for spring travel, and have some Rapid Rewards points to use, you can save 20% on the cost of…
Chelsea Lounge at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York [Review]
To wrap up a great family vacation in Hawaii, I was able to score American Airlines Flagship First seats from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) for the final flight of a 20+…
Centurion Lounge Guest Charge Starting February 1 (And How To Avoid It!)
Cardmembers with The Platinum Card® from American Express and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express are no longer able to bring complimentary guests into the lounge with them. This change is likely in response to chronic overcrowding of the…
Bilt Rewards Partners With Point.me To Find Award Flights Easier
There’s good news for Bilt Rewards members: the Point.me award search tool is available for free in the Bilt app. This new feature allows members to search for flights using the powerful aggregator and quickly see redemption options available with…
First Look: Emirates Unveils First A380 With Refreshed Cabin & Interiors
After 2 months of refurbishment, Emirates has debuted its first A380 with refreshed cabins and interiors. The 3-year-old Airbus A380, A6-EVM, surprised passengers on the flight from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on Friday, January 6,…
Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas [In-depth Review]
Las Vegas has an abundance of hotels and resorts for all tastes and budgets. So when we decided to have our Level UP Travel meetup in Sin City, picking a hotel was both exciting and a bit overwhelming. With so…
Disney Cruise Line’s “Silver Anniversary at Sea” Celebrates 25 Years
Almost 25 years ago, in July 1998, Disney Magic set sail on its maiden voyage, starting what would be a magical experience for guests around the world onboard Disney Cruise Line. Since then, Disney has introduced unique and enchanting ships…
JetKids by Stokke CloudSleeper: Review of Inflatable Kids’ Travel Bed
As a parent, you quickly realize that there is a lot of stuff out there that you think your kid needs only to realize after your purchase that it just wasn’t worth it. That is especially true in the travel…
Kids’ Meals Returning to United Flights [Which Flights, How To Order]
Good news for kids (and their parents) flying on United … kid’s meals are coming back! Just in time for the busy holiday travel season, little travelers can enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner from a menu catered to their taste…
[Expired] Save $250 on United Polaris Flights from Boston to London
Update: The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. If you’re looking to fly business class between Boston and London this winter, United has launched a sale that can save you $250 when flying Polaris, United’s flagship premium…
My Experience Renting a Tesla Model Y From Hertz
Back in October 2021, Hertz announced that they were going to order 100,000 Tesla Model 3s, the popular electric car, to offer as rental and Uber options. One year later, Hertz locations across the county have multiple Tesla and Polestar…
Universal Studios Florida Closing Multiple Family-friendly Attractions
Sad news for fans of some classic family-friendly attractions at Universal Studios Florida in Orlando. Universal Orlando Resort announced that 5 popular attractions will be closing in January 2023 to make way for new family entertainment. Families with young kids…
[Expired] Get 50% Virgin Points Back on Virgin Atlantic Reward Flights
Update: The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Virgin Atlantic has just launched a very good sale — book a reward flight and get 50% of your Virgin Points back! There are a few requirements to…
The Ultimate Guide To Using Capital One Offers [Earn Cash-back!]
When you do some online shopping, there are plenty of ways to save money on your purchase. Whether using coupons, shopping portals, or stacking offers, the final price in your cart could be even lower than what you see. If…
[Expired] How To Get Top-tier IHG One Rewards Diamond Elite Status for Free
Update: The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. IHG One Rewards is currently offering an extremely generous offer for free Diamond Elite status — a pretty big deal considering this is the program’s top status level….
The Ultimate Guide To Using Citi Merchant Offers [Earn Cash-back!]
Everyone likes to save money, especially on planned expenses. Banks often offer some sort of cash-back and bonus points as incentives to convince consumers to use their cards at select merchants — this is on top of the points or…
20 Amazing Places To See Fall Foliage in the U.S. [2024]
While some people may not be happy when summer comes to an end, there is a silver (or multi-colored) lining thanks to foliage season in many parts of the U.S. Autumn brings a spectacular show of color to the trees…
Guide to Unaccompanied Minor Policies for U.S. Airlines [2023]
Sending your child on a flight alone can be an exciting (and nerve-wracking) experience. Whether they’ve been flying with you since babyhood or are just getting their travel legs now, you and your child need to be prepared for travel…
Brand New Terminal C Opens at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Flying in and out of Orlando is about to get a lot more enjoyable. As of September 20, 2022, Terminal C is officially open after a $2.8 billion investment. Orlando International Airport (MCO) has been notorious for long lines and…
D23 Expo 2022 Recap: A Look at What’s Coming to Disney Parks and Experiences
Disney has an official fan club known as D23. And the club just hosted its D23 Expo 2022 in Anaheim, California where there were 3 packed days of events, panels, and presentations. Disney fans look forward to this event as…