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Here’s How I Travel for Free (Using Credit Card Points and Miles)

If you’ve ever looked at my Instagram or blog and thought, how is she constantly traveling?, the answer might surprise you. No, I don’t have a trust fund. No, I’m not taking free international trips because I work as a travel writer (that ship sailed long ago). And no, I’m not secretly spending tens of […]

The Easiest Way to Get the Southwest Companion Pass

With all of Southwest Airline’s recent changes—assigned seating, baggage fees, the list keeps growing—it’s more valuable than ever to have a Companion Pass. On my fourth year of having one, and I’ll tell you exactly how to get a Southwest Companion Pass by opening the appropriate credit card and why it will benefit you now […]

Where We Traveled for Free with Our Southwest Companion Pass

Tis the season … to get credit card points for all those purchases and tax payments you’re already making! Six years ago, I became serious about the credit card game, which has led me to book free trips to Hawaii, Thailand and beyond. But as a Tennessee-based traveler, few things have been as valuable as […]

Best Travel Credit Cards for Points & Miles (updated March 2026)

As I continue my quest to travel on credit card points, my list of personal best travel credit cards is constantly evolving. I’m big on my American Express cards as I get so much value out of them—the AmEx Platinum is my go-to with the Gold a close second—though the Chase Sapphire Reserve is always […]

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Here’s How I Travel for Free (Using Credit Card Points and Miles)

The Easiest Way to Get the Southwest Companion Pass

Where We Traveled for Free with Our Southwest Companion Pass

Best Travel Credit Cards for Points & Miles (updated March 2026)