Brian and I have held onto the Chase Sapphire Reserve for 8 years, even after its major overhaul. We knew we’d soon be going from a $550 annual fee to a pretty hefty $795. Fortunately, existing cardmembers could keep the
As I write this, we’re fresh off the boat from a Best of Greece family cruise! Our group of 9 was part of the more than 2,000 passengers on board, so you can imagine there were lots of people to
Why yes, we are late to the party. But now that we’re a few months removed from Spirit Airlines shutting down, we’ve had some time to reflect on just how much the airline influenced the way we travel. When Brian
With a couple of trips on our docket, Brian and I are busy piecing together travel plans before we hit the road. We like to build our itineraries gradually, leaving space for changing minds and unexpected opportunities. That kind of
At first, national park trips can seem relatively budget-friendly. Nature is the entertainment, after all. But once you add up flights, rental cars, accommodations, and food — especially for parks far from major airports and cities — the trip can
Moab, Utah, is world-renowned for its fiery sandstone formations, towering cliffs, and mecca of outdoor recreation. Adventure seekers come here for mountain biking, off-roading, rafting, rock climbing, and hiking among this iconic desert landscape. Between Arches National Park, Canyonlands National
Last year moved quickly. Between new adventures through Japan, Glacier National Park, and Vienna, we also experienced family loss, unexpected travel, and constant movement. It was a year of balancing togetherness with life’s unplanned turns. This year has already had
RCI, or Resort Condominiums International, is a vacation exchange program where members can use points or weeks to book stays in different locations. With a network of over 4,100 affiliated resorts in more than 100 countries, RCI makes it possible
Much to our surprise, our loosely planned road trip turned into a smooth-sailing Point A to Point B experience. Brian and I had our doubts, especially as we’d been brainstorming activities for each day the evening before. These last-second arrangements
As Brian and I venture through Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri, we ease into the nostalgia of the good ol’ fashioned road trip. Four states, ten days, and a blur of grasslands and rolling hills invite us to appreciate the