In November 2019, JetBlue introduced Blue Basic fares, its take on basic economy. Blue Basic fares have significant restrictions that distinguish them from JetBlue’s standard Blue fares. Fare Details If …
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The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless card by Chase is the mid-tier Marriott Bonvoy card available to new applicants. Marriott points are useful because of the variety of hotels available in the …
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Airports
The TSA Says Ice Is A Solid Until It’s Not: What You Can Bring Through the Checkpoint
by joehegby joehegI’ve seen several posts on Reddit, X (Twitter) and Facebook from people asking if they can bring frozen items or ice through TSA checkpoints at airports. Of all the questions …
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There’s an unwritten deal between my wife Sharon and me about what we write about here at Your Mileage May Vary. Sharon tends to focus on the quirky, human-interest aspects …
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Black Friday is here, bringing a frenzy of sales from nearly every retailer imaginable. Once a one-day affair, Black Friday has evolved into a week-long (or longer) sales extravaganza, seamlessly …
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Points & Miles
Maximize Your Holiday Shopping Rewards: The One Thing You Need To Do Before Buying Online
by joehegby joehegThe Thanksgiving weekend sales have already begun, and we haven’t even made it to Black Friday—let alone Cyber Monday! With all the shopping happening over the next few days, it’s …
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Credit Cards
Delta SkyMiles AMEX: Choose Between Metal or Eco-Friendly Reclaimed Plastic
by joehegby joehegDelta made a splash in 2020 when they introduced metal credit cards for Delta SkyMiles Platinum and Reserve American Express cardholders. But honestly, I never understood the hype around metal …
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Earning points and miles seems easy, right? A few hacks, a few swipes, and you’re rolling in rewards. But here’s the harsh truth: without common sense, your “easy wins” could …
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Looking back on our travels over the past year, one of my major trips was my journey to England. It was significant for several reasons. First, it was my first …
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Hotels
Maximizing Your Marriott Bonvoy Annual Choice Benefit: What Should You Pick?
by joehegby joehegWhen you hit 50 eligible nights in a calendar year with Marriott Bonvoy, you unlock Platinum Elite status and get to choose one Annual Choice Benefit from the following: 5 …