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With one child in college and the other in high school, our school-year schedules no longer line up the way they used to. So we set our sights on a summer getaway that would give all four of us some real, uninterrupted family time. Park City, Utah … [Continue reading] about Using Points and Miles to get to Park City
Of all the hotels I've visited since starting Top Travel on Points, The Cape, A Thompson Hotel stands out as one of my favorite stays. This boutique hotel blends modern design, upscale accommodations, and genuinely attentive service. Its … [Continue reading] about The Cape, A Thompson Hotel
It had been far too long since we’d last seen our friends Melissa and Scott out in Irvine, California. We actually tried to visit back in December 2024, but life had other plans and that trip never happened. Fast‑forward a few years, and we finally … [Continue reading] about Using Points and Miles to Get to Newport Beach
2025 may have been a quieter year in terms of miles flown, but it was anything but quiet when it came to earning and redeeming rewards. In fact, I racked up more points and miles than ever before which is fuel for future adventures. And even on the … [Continue reading] about 2025 Year in Review
Registration is now open to activate your 5x/5% category bonus earnings on your Chase Freedom Flex℠, Chase Freedom® and Discover it® Cash Back cards. For the first quarter of 2026, the bonus categories are: Chase 5x Bonus Categories As … [Continue reading] about Q1 2026 Rotating Bonus Categories for Chase and Discover
