You have to check out Omaha in October. Forget whatever you thought about Nebraska; Omaha is underrated. I snagged a low-fare flight, but honestly, I was trying to ensure I keep my A-List Preferred Status with Southwest. The last time I visited, I was there for AfroFest in September 2024.
When looking for hotel accommodations, do you need a little Spark? As a frequent traveler and Hilton Honors Diamond Member (HGV MAX owner), I’ve stayed at almost every Hilton brand—Canopy, DoubleTree, Embassy Suites, Tempo, and more. Since the timeshare properties in Scottsdale were full, I booked the Spark in Glendale.
Have you experienced fireworks in Music City? Although I recently made a brief stop in Nashville to tour Vanderbilt University, I was back in Tennessee at the Embassy Suites. Did I travel to Nashville to see fireworks? Well, I was also in town for the Music City Hot Chicken Festival.
Do you know how to play the travel rewards points game? Earning rewards points has become akin to a part-time job for some seasoned travelers. Before booking a flight, making a hotel reservation, or pulling out a credit card for a general purchase, have you skillfully analyzed your points-earning potential?
It was a full flight Saturday morning to New Orleans for the Bears game. There was a sea of orange and blue occupying every single seat. Of course, it was my first road game of the season. Sometimes, I wait to buy a game ticket when I book my accommodations.
I crossed off my visit to the 43rd state, Idaho. When I saw a fare for $99 each way, I booked immediately. My original fare to Boise dropped $14. Remember, if you find a lower fare on SWA, you will receive a flight credit for the difference. Check fares regularly.
Can you believe I visited three states in seven days during Spring Break? I started my journey on April 1 with a flight to Portland, Maine. I ended my journey on April 7 in Wichita, Kansas. I crossed off two states on my 50 State Challenge list. Five states left.
Live Free or Die is the state motto for Manchester, New Hampshire. At first, I was taken aback by the statement. Then I realized I was traveling solo to my 43rd state and living the best life ever. I only have seven states left to visit. Live Free or Die.
Do you have a travel rewards emergency fund? I am intentional about how and when I use travel rewards to offset the cost of a vacation. However, life happens, and you may need to use your travel rewards for an unexpected trip. My former student canceled our trip to Houston.
Are you looking for things to do in Seattle, Washington? Even though I visited Seattle in 2011, I wanted to make the trip again. I have fond memories of the visit, and I planned to see how much the city has changed since I was there for the first time.