Ready to book your first flight with points? This beginner-friendly guide walks you through step-by-step: how to search for award space, transfer points to your airline account, and actually book your flight with miles. No confusing jargon, just the basics you need to get started.

Spending 3 days in Athens before your cruise? This guide covers the best things to do, where to stay, and how to get from Piraeus port to the city center. From ancient landmarks like the Acropolis to rooftop bars with unforgettable views, here’s the perfect Athens pre-cruise itinerary for families, couples, and first-time visitors.

Want to get more value from your Chase Ultimate Rewards® points? This step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to transfer Chase points to travel partners, including top airlines and hotel programs like Hyatt, United, and Air Canada. Learn how point transfers work, which partners are best, and how to avoid common mistakes. Perfect for beginners looking to book award travel with Chase points.

I just went on my first ever cruise this summer with Windstar Cruises and (spoiler alert) we are hooked! Thinking about booking Windstar’s Treasures of the Greek Isles cruise? In this honest review, we break down our 7-day sailing experience. From standout ports and shore excursions to what life is really like onboard a Windstar small ship. Whether you're a first-time cruiser like us or planning your next Mediterranean escape, this post covers everything you need to know.

Discover the ultimate 4-day fall road trip through New England! Explore scenic drives, covered bridges, apple cider mills, and charming towns in New Hampshire and Vermont. Perfect for leaf peepers and fall lovers.

This road trip through Coastal Maine takes us from Boston up to Portland, then we head up to Bar Harbor spending a few days exploring Acadia National Park. Then back down with stops in Kennebunkport and York, Maine.

Payton and I have been lucky to have flown the Emirates A380 in business class with the on-board lounge TWICE! I’ll tell you how to book this flight with credit card points for just $128 out of pocket and sharing our experience from repositioning to the airport experience and to our fabulous flight.

As the world gears up for the 2026 Winter Olympics, all eyes turn to the Dolomites—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In this guide, we’ll help you navigate the best towns to visit and the sights that made the top of our list so you can make the most of your adventure in the Italian Alps.

Are you stressing taking trains in Italy? I’ve compiled all my favorite tips from: how to book tickets, which train station do I go to? How do I find my train and many other tips we’ve learned along the way in this guide to train travel in Italy.