Miles & Points FAQ: Beginner Answers to Credit Card Points & Free Travel
New to points and miles? This step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to search for award flights, transfer your credit card points to airlines, and book your ticket using miles. Whether you’re trying to book your first free flight or upgrade to business class, this beginner’s guide makes the process simple and stress-free.
WHAT IS THE CHASE 5/24 RULE AND WHY DOES IT MATTER?
The Chase 5/24 rule means that you will not be approved for a credit card from Chase if you have been approved for more than five cards (from any bank)in the past 24 months. I’ll show you why it’s important, what you can do if you’re over 5/24 and what your Chase card strategy should be when you’re starting out.
Complete Guide to Travel Transfer Partners (2026): Chase, Amex, Capital One & Citi
Wondering how to get the most out of your credit card points? This guide breaks down Chase, Amex, Citi, and Capital One transfer partners so you can book flights and hotels for maximum value. Learn how flexible points give your family more travel options.
HOW TO VISIT FLORIDA’S EMERALD COAST WITH POINTS AND MILES
Looking for the best beachfront hotels you can book with points along Florida’s Emerald Coast? This is one of our favorite beach vacations and best part - no passport required! From Pensacola to Destin to Panama City Beach, we’ve got you covered!
Best Award Search Tools for Points and Miles (2026 Guide)
Wondering how travel pros always find award seats and luxury redemptions? From tracking apps to award flight search tools, these points and miles resources will help you organize your credit card rewards, snag hard-to-find seats, and maximize your redemptions.
HOW TO BOOK YOUR FIRST FREE FLIGHT WITH MILES AND POINTS
Every time I step onto a flight that I paid for with points I wonder “why isn’t everyone doing this?”. Learn how to earn points and redeem them your first (nearly) free flight with miles and points in four easy steps.
HOW TO VISIT DISNEY WORLD FOR LESS WITH points and MILES
Disney is expensive, but points and miles can help! I’ll show you how we save on flights to Orlando, book Disney World hotels with points, including options with Early Entry, and use Capital One miles to offset the cost of park tickets. Whether you’re planning a family vacation or heading to a cheer competition, these tips can help bring down the cost of your trip.
Southwest Companion Pass Changes for 2027: What You Need to Know
Southwest’s 2027 Companion Pass changes put this valuable perk out of reach for most families. Here’s what’s changing and the limited opportunity to qualify using credit card bonuses before the new rules take effect.
FIVE STEPS TO TAKE AFTER GETTING A NEW CREDIT CARD
The number one key to success with traveling with credit card points is staying organized. To be able to sustain long term free travel you will be applying for a new credit card every one to three months when you first start out. This means you have to keep track of application dates, bonuses, annual fees, 5/24 status, etc.