Even though Alaska Airlines isn’t the largest carrier, its generous earning structure, valuable partnerships, and free stopovers make it one of the best programs for family travelers. Plus, with the Hawaiian Airlines merger, there’s a limited-time (well, we think it’s limited) chance to rack up even more miles.

Why I Always Save My Points for These Two Travel Programs One of the biggest frustrations with points and miles? Figuring out how to actually use them for good redemptions. Some airline and hotel programs make it unnecessarily complicated—blackout dates, unpredictable pricing, and sneaky fees can turn what should be a nearly free trip into […]