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Advertiser Disclosure: The Rewards Mom has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. The Rewards Mom and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. When we first decided to travel more as a family, I kept hearing people say they were using points to fly and stay in hotels for almost […]
Advertiser Disclosure: The Rewards Mom has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. The Rewards Mom and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. When we first decided to travel more as a family, I kept hearing people say they were using points to fly and stay in hotels for almost […]
Advertiser Disclosure: The Rewards Mom has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. The Rewards Mom and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. The first time we flew Southwest Airlines as a family, I had no idea what to expect—and no clue that there wouldn’t be assigned seats. We had […]
cc_advertiser_disclosure Flying JetBlue with Kids: What Parents Should Know When you’re traveling with kids, the little things—like legroom, snacks, and not paying a ton in fees—can make a huge difference. That’s why JetBlue has quietly become one of my favorite airlines for family travel. If you know how to use points and choose the right […]
When I first started earning points for travel, I assumed booking flights with an airline’s own miles was the smartest move. Especially if you’ve been stockpiling Delta SkyMiles—it feels like a win, right? But the more I got into this world, the more I realized those miles aren’t always the best deal. In fact, Delta […]
Advertiser Disclosure: The Rewards Mom has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. The Rewards Mom and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. The Airport Stress No One Talks About Getting through airport security with kids can feel like an Olympic sport. Between juggling snacks, backpacks, and emotional meltdowns, the […]
My husband travels often for work, and that’s how we first got deep into the Marriott ecosystem. Once you build loyalty with a single hotel program, the perks start to matter—things like room upgrades, free breakfast, and late checkout can make travel a whole lot smoother, especially for a family.
Feeding a family on vacation can feel like a juggling act, and an expensive one at that. While staying at luxurious 5-star resorts booked with points is an incredible feeling, the sky-high food prices can quickly drain the budget. The great news? With a little planning, you can stretch your food budget a lot farther […]
Advertiser Disclosure: The Rewards Mom has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. The Rewards Mom and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. How to Know If You’re Getting a Good Deal with Your Points Ever wonder if you’re actually getting a good deal when you use your points? You’re […]
Advertiser Disclosure: The Rewards Mom has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. The Rewards Mom and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. How to Transfer Credit Card Points to Travel Partners (Without Getting Overwhelmed) If you’ve been earning points from your credit cards but feel totally stuck when it’s […]
When it comes to earning American Express Membership Rewards points, most people focus on welcome offers from new credit cards and every day spending. While both strategies are incredibly valuable, there’s a lesser-known yet equally powerful strategy to quickly rack up points—using Rakuten. This method is especially useful given AMEX’s stricter rules on new card […]
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When it comes to earning American Express Membership Rewards points, most people focus on welcome offers from new credit cards and every day spending. While both strategies are incredibly valuable, there’s a lesser-known yet equally powerful strategy to quickly rack up points—using Rakuten. This method is especially useful given AMEX’s stricter rules on new card […]
