Tag Archives: miles

Another Way To Travel First Class Without Paying First Class Prices

In a previous blog I shared a great tip on how to fly first class without having to pay through the nose to do so. Now I have another way you can get to the front of the line and the front of the plane without having to go into debt. The answer: elite programs. Airlines call it “elite status,” and perks include early boarding, bonus miles and free seat upgrades. And if you think you have to earn a zillion miles to earn elite status, think again. Special programs and promotions will put you on the fast track. For … Continue reading →

Frequent-RIDER Miles?

You’ve heard of frequent-flier programs. Created by the airlines, members can earn miles on flights, staying at partner hotels, or shopping at participating stores. The miles can then be redeemed for free flights or other awards. Well, now a popular bus company is “borrowing” the idea. Greyhound is introducing a new Road Rewards program. However, unlike the airlines’ frequent-flier program, Greyhound’s Road Rewards program operates on a 12-month rolling cycle, which means you have 12 months from the time you sign up to collect “Destination Points” until they expire. You earn points by purchasing tickets. You receive one point for … Continue reading →

Teacher + Desire for Free Airline Ticket=Suspension

Did you hear about the Florida teacher who was recently suspended because he asked students to help him earn frequent-flier miles? The teacher allegedly gave extra credit to students who brought in specially marked Wendy’s beverage cups that were part of a frequent-flier promotion with AirTran (32 cups could be redeemed for AirTran flight credits, basically, enough for a free one-way ticket). The teacher claimed that he didn’t realize that asking the students to bring in cups was wrong. I remember seeing a television news report that revealed how the promotion was encouraging dumpster diving, but now, hearing about this … Continue reading →

Traveling with a 2-Year-Old

On this last day of April I decided to review all of the blogs I have written in the past 30 days. In doing so I was struck by two things. First, time sure flies. Cliché, but true. I remember starting the month wondering if I would be able to pull off an Easter party with a group of out-of-town friends and family members. Now here we are… just a few hours from the start of May…where did the time go? I’ll ponder that later. Now, back to the subject of this travel blog. In reviewing my April blogs I … Continue reading →