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  • Points & Miles

    Why I Almost Booked My First LifeMiles Award — And Why I Walked Away

    by joeheg March 3, 2026
    by joeheg March 3, 2026

    While planning part of our upcoming trip through Europe, I needed to book a short flight on Austrian Airlines. Since Austrian is part of the Star Alliance network, that meant …

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    Partner Award Flight Confusion? The Playbook for Booking, Seats, Baggage & Changes

    by joeheg November 8, 2025
    by joeheg November 8, 2025

    Using your miles to book airline tickets seems like a straightforward process. You earn miles and then redeem miles, a process points and miles people call “earn and burn.” Hopefully, …

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    What’s The Best Program To Book AA Award Flights?

    by joeheg October 16, 2025
    by joeheg October 16, 2025

    I was looking for a flight between Miami (MIA) and Austin (AUS) and found a nonstop option on American Airlines that fit perfectly with my schedule. The cash price was …

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    Delta’s TakeOff 15 Benefit: An Easy Way to Save on Award Flights

    by joeheg September 30, 2025
    by joeheg September 30, 2025

    When booking Delta flights, it’s easy to forget about one of the best perks that comes with a Delta co-branded American Express card: TakeOff 15. This benefit gives eligible cardholders …

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    Best Star Alliance Programs for Award Flights to Asia

    by joeheg February 18, 2025
    by joeheg February 18, 2025

    When it comes to booking award flights to Asia, the airline alliance you choose can make a huge difference in price, availability, and overall experience. Star Alliance, the largest of …

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    How to Book Virgin Atlantic Flights with Points: Flying Club vs. SkyTeam Partners

    by joeheg December 7, 2024
    by joeheg December 7, 2024

    When booking an award flight, it helps to explore all the options. I faced this decision last year when I booked a flight on Virgin Atlantic from Orlando to London. …

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    Costly Mistake! I Forgot Frequent Flyer Programs Still Charge Cancellation Fees

    by joeheg July 18, 2024
    by joeheg July 18, 2024

    When planning an international trip, it can be difficult to find flights to book using airline points, especially when traveling to a popular destination during peak season. Flights tend to …

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