Families Fly Free

Ever feel like travel is more stressful than it should be? You're not alone — and you're not imagining it.In this episode, I unpack the real reason travel feels overwhelming: No one ever taught us how to do it well. From not knowing if you passport will pass muster to panicking when a flight gets canceled, most of us are just guessing our way through trips — and that leads to stress, wasted money and missed experiences.But it doesn't have to be that way.I share how 25+ years as a travel journalist led me to create a simple system to help you plan confidently, avoid costly mistakes and actually enjoy your travels. You'll discover the tools, tips and insider strategies that take you from confused to confident — no matter your destination. If you're ready to stop winging it and start traveling smarter, it's time to go behind the curtain.Join me inside my Secrets of a Travel Journalist Club, where you'll learn my proven travel system, access real-time support and finally travel the way you've always wanted — with clarity, confidence and ease.Learn more at get started at --> https://www.secretsofatraveljournalist.com/podcast

Unfortunately, it's commonly recommended to open a lot of travel cards in order to earn the "sign up bonus" (SUB), but this can quickly lead to overwhelm, getting banned by banks and cause you to miss out on the truly great deals and a simpler system that could save you thousands on travel. In this episode, I outline the problems with opening too many travel cards and what the alternative is.✈️ NEW! Early Enrollment Is Open

Fresh off my family's trip to London, I'm sharing 5 travel insights you can use on your next international adventure. These simple but powerful tips helped make our trip smoother, more memorable — and more fun!You'll learn:My #1 strategy to beat jet lagWhy flexibility can be your travel superpowerHow to stay on top of major travel news (and why it matters!)When it's worth splurging — and how to do it guilt-freeThe mindset shift that will help you savor every moment✨ Want to learn how we flew to London completely free using miles and points — and how you can do the same? Inside my Families Fly Free membership, I teach a simple, proven system to fly free again and again — with personal support, exclusive travel content, and live access to me.

Love to shop at Costco? How can you work your Costco card or Costco in general into your travel rewards strategy? I share my thoughts in this episode. Want to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinJoin the Families Fly Free email list at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/emailGot questions about Families Fly Free? Email info AT familiestravelfree.com or text 844-403-2263

With the tax deadline looming, here are some ways to earn points if you find you end up owing the government this year. It makes your tax bill a little less painful to pay if you know it can help fund your free travels!Want to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinJoin the Families Fly Free email list at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/emailGot questions about Families Fly Free? Email info AT familiestravelfree.com or text 844-403-2263CARD AFFILIATE LINKS:Chase Sapphire PreferredCapital One Venture XIHG Business PremierSouthwest Personal CardsRESOURCES:IRS Card Payment OptionsRELATED EPISODES:4 | You Can Earn Free Travel While Holiday Shopping! Here's How...86  | All About Capital One Venture X178 | The Benefits of Banking With Chase for Travel Rewards Now is the PERFECT time to join Families Fly Free, as I'm getting ready to launch a bigger and BETTER version of membership that goes BEYOND travel rewards. I'm spilling the beans on ALL my best secrets to make travel stress-free that I've learned through 25 years as a travel journalist for US News & World Report, USA Today and others. Join by Friday, March 28, 2025 to lock yourself in as a Founding Member, granting you secured pricing and lots of special benefits. Use code FOUNDING995 in the promo code box at checkout at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/join to pay just $995 and secure your Founding Member spot!

We continue our discussion with more information now available about Southwest's big changes announced on March 11, 2025. We discuss the answers to questions like:Is there an easy way to still get my checked bags free? Yes!Do these changes affect flights I've already booked or will book before May 28?Should I stop booking the cheapest Southwest fare?Would I get points back if I canceled a Basic fare booked with points since it's nonrefundable?What does "variable points pricing" mean?And more!Here is the link to Southwest's page with additional information on the changes:https://support.southwest.com/helpcenter/s/article/policy-changesNow is the PERFECT time to join Families Fly Free, as I'm getting ready to launch a bigger and BETTER version of membership that goes BEYOND travel rewards. I'm spilling the beans on ALL my best secrets to make travel stress-free that I've learned through 25 years as a travel journalist for US News & World Report, USA Today and others. Join NOW before we pause enrollment ahead of the relaunch, which is coming very soon, to lock yourself in as a Founding Member, granting you secured pricing and lots of special benefits. Use code FOUNDING995 in the promo code box at checkout at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/join to pay just $995 and secure your Founding Member spot before doors close!Music Credit:Inspiring Optimistic Upbeat Energetic Guitar Rhythm by Free Music | https://soundcloud.com/fm_freemusicMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

Southwest has announced MAJOR changes including the elimination of free checked bags and a new "Basic" fare. While much of this is very disappointing, in reality, it only requires a few minor adjustments for those of us flying Southwest using travel rewards. I explain the changes and what shifts you need to make in this episode.After recording this podcast, Southwest did confirm that they will "introduce variable redemption rates across higher-demand and lower-demand flights." My best guess is that points will be worth less for higher demand flights, pushing the points prices higher, and points will be worth more for lower demand flights, pushing the points price lower. I think it means more variability in the value of the points, so it will cost more points to book high-demand routes and less points for low-demand routes.Now is the PERFECT time to join Families Fly Free, as I'm getting ready to launch a bigger and BETTER version of membership that goes BEYOND travel rewards. I'm spilling the beans on ALL my best secrets to make travel stress-free that I've learned through 25 years as a travel journalist for US News & World Report, USA Today and others. Join NOW before we pause enrollment ahead of the relaunch, which is coming very soon, to lock yourself in as a Founding Member, granting you secured pricing and lots of special benefits. Use code FOUNDING995 in the promo code box at checkout at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/join to pay just $995 and secure your Founding Member spot!Music Credit:Inspiring Optimistic Upbeat Energetic Guitar Rhythm by Free Music | https://soundcloud.com/fm_freemusicMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

Is Southwest's surprise reduction in the number of points you can earn on certain fares when you book paid flights a big deal? It's not, trust me. I explain in this episode...Want to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free and learn my clever technique to earn Southwest A-List? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process from my years as a travel journalist, work directly with me, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinJoin the Families Fly Free email list at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/emailGot questions about Families Fly Free? Email info AT familiestravelfree.com or text 844-403-2263

If you follow my simple system to use travel rewards to fly for free, you know that Chase cards are some of my favorite travel cards. That makes doing all, or most of, your banking at Chase a no-brainer. As a longtime Chase banker, I explain some of the benefits of banking with Chase, especially if you use travel rewards on the regular.If you decide to open a checking account at Chase, you can use my referral link to earn $300 after making a direct deposit of $500 or more within the first 90 days. By using my referral link, you get the current bonus and you support the podcast as well -- thanks! The $300 bonus arrives in only 15 days after your deposit. Free money! Chase Banking $300 Bonus Link → https://familiesflyfree.com/ChaseBanking You might also like these episodes...Episode 87 | The Chase 5/24 Rule Explained!Episode 19 | 5 Reasons to Make Friends With Chase Ultimate Rewards Points to Travel Free With Your FamilyEpisode 25 | Chase Sapphire Preferred, the "King" of Travel Cards: 10 Reasons to Add It to Your WalletEpisode 59 | Funding Your Free Travels with Your Small BusinessEpisode 103 | 5 Ways to Simplify Your Travel Rewards StrategyWant to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinJoin the Families Fly Free email list at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/emailGot questions about Families Fly Free? Email info AT familiestravelfree.com or text 844-403-2263

Work directly with me as a Families Fly Free member and if you join by Feb. 28, get access to my awesome new bonus that walks you through how I earned $2,500 by opening free checking accounts online in 2025. Use code BANKBONUS at checkout below by Feb. 28 to score the free bonus worth more than $2,500:https://www.familesflyfree.com/join A lot of people have mistaken assumptions about travel rewards that simply aren't true. In this episode, Lyn lays out what you “think” travel rewards involves, versus the reality of what is actually the case.Want to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinJoin the Families Fly Free email list at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/emailGot questions about Families Fly Free? Email info AT familiestravelfree.com or text 844-403-2263Related Episodes:Episode 143 | Using Your Points However You Want With Pam Howard Episode 39 | How to Shift From a Vacation Mindset to a Year-Round Travel MindsetEpisode 103 | How to Simplify Your Travel Rewards StrategyEpisode 31 | Top 10 Mistakes People Make Flying FreeEpisode 38 | 5 Priceless Reasons to Start Traveling More With Your KidsEpisode 63 | Yes! You Can Fly Free Around School Schedules

Lyn shares the latest about the changes coming to Southwest Airlines this year and next year, including assigned and extra legroom seating, their partnership with Icelandair, credit card changes, hotel partnerships and more.Want to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinJoin the Families Fly Free email list at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/emailGot questions about Families Fly Free? Email info AT familiestravelfree.com or text 844-403-2263LINKS:Get my new Bank Bonus mini-course FREE through Feb. 28, 2025 when you join Families Fly Free by using code BANKBONUS at check-out here: https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinDownload my free Southwest Companion Pass ebook: https://www.familiesflyfree.com/CompanionPassFollow along with Southwest's changes: https://www.southwest.com/customer-enhancements/ How to add your Southwest account # to your Icelandair reservation: https://www.southwest.com/icelandair/

When you start flying more because you're using miles and points, having access to airport lounges can be a nice perk of traveling! In this episode, Lyn shares the easiest way to get access to airport lounges - by holding the right travel cards - and her favorite card options to help you do so most affordably.Resources:Capital One Venture X referral link - https://familiestravelfree.com/capitalonepodcastChase Sapphire Reserve affiliate link - https://familiestravelfree.com/ReservePodcastCapital One LoungesAMEX Lounge SearchChase Sapphire LoungesWant to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinJoin the Families Fly Free email list at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/emailGot questions about Families Fly Free? Email info AT familiestravelfree.com or text 844-403-2263

Learn how Amy Heffern has used travel rewards and Southwest Airlines specifically to not only save on the cost of flights for travel sports for her son's lacrosse tournaments, but also how flying Southwest is a more flexible and convenient option for her family.Want to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinJoin the Families Fly Free email list at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/emailGot questions about Families Fly Free? Email info AT familiestravelfree.com or text 844-403-2263Related Episodes:Episode 133: $20,000 Saved Flying Free for Travel Sports with Travis BolandEpisode 127: From Overwhelmed to Confident Using Travel Rewards With Brittany GartnerEpisode 99: But I Like Delta Better... What You're Saying No to When You Choose Another Airline Over Southwest

Here are 5 things that banks, airlines, hotels and others DON'T want you to know about travel rewards because it's not in their best interest for you to know. In this episode, I'm sharing the straight truth to help you fly and travel for free in the most efficient, effective and easiest possible way that's in YOUR best interest.Want to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinJoin the Families Fly Free email list at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/emailGot questions about Families Fly Free? Email info AT familiestravelfree.com or text 844-403-2263Related Episodes:Episode 167: Maximizing Travel Rewards Efficiency with Jon GombolaEpisode 126: My Fly Free Formula RevealedEpisode 103: 5 Ways to Simplify Your Travel Rewards StrategyEpisode 68: Stop Applying for Too Many Travel Cards - There's a Much Simpler WayEpisode 31: The Top 10 Mistakes People Make Flying FreeEpisode 11: The ONE Airline Perk That Makes Flying Free Easy for Families

Lyn shares how aficionados of Dave Ramsey can still follow his advice and remain debt free, while responsibly taking advantage of travel rewards.  Want to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinJoin the Families Fly Free email list at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/emailGot questions about Families Fly Free? Email info AT familiestravelfree.com or text 844-403-2263

Lyn shares how her family saved $11,000+ on free flights, hotel and vacation rental stays across six trips in 2024. This included trips to Orlando, Costa Rica, Austin, New Orleans and more.Links and Resources:PODCAST #132: Last Minute Getaways Using PointsPODCAST #129: There's No Right Way to Use Your Points PODCAST #143: Using Your Points However You Want With Pam HowardPODCAST #131: Why You Need to Have Emergency PointsPODCAST #86: All About Capital One Venture XREGISTER --> How to Fly MORE in 2025 Using FEWER Points Free Webinar, Jan. 15 or 16: https://familiesflyfree.com/2025webinarHow to Leave a Podcast Review: FamiliesFlyFree.com/ReviewJoin the Families Fly Free Email List: FamiliesFlyFree.com/EmailLearn more about Capital One Venture X: FamiliesFlyFree.com/CapitalOnePodcastWant to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinJoin the Families Fly Free email list at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/emailGot questions about Families Fly Free? Email info AT familiestravelfree.com or text 844-403-2263

Families Fly Free member Michele Holmes shares how she went from never using miles and points to save thousands with travel rewards and prioritizing remaining a member despite a job loss to ensure her family can continue to travel affordably. Get access to Michele's secret of success: the Families Fly Free membership. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinGet on our email list to get travel-saving tips every week at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/emailHear more travel rewards success stories on YouTube.com/FamiliesFlyFree.

What are some trends I'm seeing in travel among my Families Fly Free members? In this episode, I share not silly, made up travel trends like "multi-generational" travel or "babymoons" but real, on-the-ground things that I've seen in 2024 regarding flights, hotels, vacation rentals and more that you need to prepare for in 2025. Don't miss this episode if you'll be traveling in the coming year!Download my free Google Flights Tip Sheet at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/googleflightsTo get your personal travel rewards plan that includes my SIMPLE strategy to always have ONE Companion Pass per family, come join us in Families Fly Free for 2025 where you'll have personal support, be part of a vibrant community, learn all the latest tricks and tips to pay fewer points for every flight and get access to a library of travel saving content. Learn more at FamiliesFlyFree.com/Join.Are you on my email list? If not, join to get free travel saving tips sent to your inbox every week at FamiliesFlyFree.com/Email

Save $100 when you join Families Fly Free through Monday, Nov. 25 with code PODCAST2025. Join today at:FamiliesFlyFree.com/Join2025 is going to be the best year EVER to be a part of Families Fly Free as we have ALL the strategies for navigating Southwest Airlines' exciting changes, including assigned seating and the ability to fly to Europe on Icelandair!Lots of people are under the mistaken assumption that because the Southwest Companion Pass is such a great deal that having 2 would be better than having 1! But that is NOT the case. I explain why a) it's not necessary to fly for free and b) why it overcomplicates everything. To get your personal travel rewards plan that includes my SIMPLE strategy to always have ONE Companion Pass per family, come join us in Families Fly Free for 2025 where you'll have personal support, be part of a vibrant community, learn all the latest tricks and tips to pay fewer points for every flight and get access to a library of travel saving content. Learn more at FamiliesFlyFree.com/Join.Are you on my email list? If not, join to get free travel saving tips sent to your inbox every week at FamiliesFlyFree.com/Email

In this podcast episode, travel rewards user Jon Gombola shares how learning not just how to collect miles and points but understanding how to use them most efficiently, paying the fewest possible points, has allowed his family to save more on travel than they could have ever imagined, enjoying trips to Grand Cayman, Hawaii, Aruba and more.Get access to Jon's secret of success: the Families Fly Free membership. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinGet on our email list to get travel-saving tips every week at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/email Hear more travel rewards success stories on YouTube.com/FamiliesFlyFree.

One of my travel mottos is: Just Keep Checking. Whether it's hotels, dining reservations, flights or car rentals, this motto can save you a lot of points and money and score you the reservations you dreamed of. I explain how in this episode. Want to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/join

The price to join Families Fly Free will be going up ANY day now. Join now at the current price and get your process in place to fly your whole family for free wherever you want to go throughout 2025 and beyond. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/joinSouthwest announced lots of BIG news at its Investor Day on September 26, 2024. These big changes include partnerships with Icelandair, the ability to fly to Europe through new airline partnerships, more details about how their assigned seating will work, elite status changes and more. In this episode, I share my thoughts and analysis as someone who has followed Southwest for the last 10 years and worked with hundreds of families flying the airline many times each year, offering how this will impact flying for free on Southwest.Want to learn my simple system to use miles and points to always fly for free? Come join my Families Fly Free membership, where you'll learn my expert process, receive personal support and get access to lots of great travel content and regular live webinars and Q&As. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/join

Grab this BEST TRAVEL CARD OFFER OF THE YEAR, in my opinion, to earn the most possible points in my FAVORITE flexible points system. This offer is worth $1,500 in free travel at minimum. The deal ENDS September 5, 2024 at 7am EST. Thanks for using my affiliate links if you decide to apply. You can learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/card-offer/Southwest announced this summer that they will be ending their no assigned seats policy in 2025. What will this look like? How will it change flying for free? I break it all down in this episode.Join Families Fly Free by Sept. 4 and get access to my Fly Free Formula classes which I'll be teaching live over 4 weeks! Learn more --> https://www.familiesflyfree.com/join

The Chase Ink Business Preferred card, which earns Chase Ultimate Rewards® points, one of my favorite flexible travel points, currently has its HIGHEST EVER bonus for a limited time (there is no end date, meaning it could end at any time). This is ALSO highest bonus currently available to earn Chase points. In this episode, I explain why this is such a great card and include a replay of episode 138 about why I love Chase Ink Business cards. If you decide to apply for this card, I super appreciate you using my affiliate link found in the post below to support this podcast and my small business! It will also ensure you are on the correct 120,000-point offer.Chase Ink Business Preferred Review - https://familiestravelfree.com/chase-ink-business-preferred/

Learn all about my favorite travel card, Chase Sapphire Preferred, before the amazing 75,000-point offer goes away on Thursday, June 13 at 1pm EST (though I'd apply by June 12, as often the offer comes down early). I explain the offer, the card's features, how you can earn $1100+ in FREE travel, why it's my favorite travel card and walk you through how to fill out the card application. Thanks for using my affiliate link if you decide to apply in support of my small business and free podcast: https://www.familiestravelfree.com/chasesapphirepreferred 

The price of the Families Fly Free membership is going back May 9 at midnight ET, 9pm PST after a discount of hundreds of dollars since early 2024! It's time to put traveling with your family back at the top of your to-do list! Learn more and join at FamiliesFlyFree.com/Join.Monica Marino shares how implementing a simple system to use miles and points enabled her to visit her son as much as she wanted, as well as enjoy some vacations. She also explains how teachers can fly for free using travel rewards despite being on a traditional school schedule.Learn how to fly for free like Monica by joining Families Fly Free. Learn more at https://www.familiesflyfree.com/join

The super low discounted price of the Families Fly Free membership implemented at the beginning of the year is going back up very soon! Join now at the lowest price membership has ever been and get your plan in place before your summer travels + get 5,000 Southwest points a BONUS through Friday, May 3. We have limited capacity at this price to make sure we can onboard everyone at the highest level of support. It's time to put traveling with your family back at the top of your to-do list! Learn more and join at FamiliesFlyFree.com/Join.Andrew and Kiana Joyner share their journey from travel rewards beginners to getting free flights for life! The couple share their best tips, including what to watch out for when booking with third-party vendors and why you need TSA PreCheck, as well as how they use travel rewards to fly for free.Check out their YouTube channel at:https://www.youtube.com/@SoulJourneyProjectWant to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...https://www.familiesflyfree.com Download Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravelfree.com/7hacks

Have you ever considered traveling with a tour company to a particular destination? Christine Sarkis, with TourScoop.com and FamilyVacationist.com, gives us some tips for how to decide if a tour is a good fit for your family and if so, how to choose among the many tour companies like Backroads, Road Scholar, Go Adventures, Intrepid, Wilderness Travel and more.Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...https://www.familiesflyfree.com Download Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacks

The value of focusing on the most impactful travel rewards strategies to not only save you money, but tons of time, as well from someone who once flew free as an airline employee. Plus, he shares many great travel tips that we all should take to heart. Resources:Email Jesse about his Lake Tahoe vacation rental at bobalinresort AT outlook.com

Planning a trip to Hawaii but not sure about bringing young kids? Marcie Cheung of HawaiiTravelWithKids.com has taken her children, now 7 and 10, at least 10 times and shares how it's doable, along with some of her best tips to navigate Hawaii with kids. Check out Marcie's Hawaii Travel Guides: https://www.familiestravelfree.com/hawaii-travel-guides (thanks for using our affiliate links here to purchase the Hawaii travel guides)HawaiiTravelWithKids.comWant to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacks

It's a great idea for all couples to get away together without the kids from time to time. Here are 10 recommendations for fun romantic getaways for a couple's getaway.Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacks

While discounted Southwest gift cards SEEM like a good deal, they're actually not. Here's why...Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacksResources:Southwest Gift Card Terms & ConditionsArticle: Why You Should NOT Buy Discounted Southwest Gift Cards

Do you ever feel alone in your love of collecting miles and points and scoring a great travel deal? Lyn sees this a lot and shares some quick advice.Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacks

In Part 2 of listener questions answered, Lyn explains why the current Southwest personal card offer is NOT good, when and how you should use a Costco card, if devaluation of airline points is a problem, if shopping portals are key to her strategy and if it's too late to get a Southwest Companion Pass now. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacksLearn More:VIDEO: When Is the Best Time to Get a Southwest Companion Pass?How to Correctly Time Your Southwest Companion PassEpisode 152: Listener Questions - Chase Freedom Unlimited, Having Enough Points, Flying From a Non-Hub Southwest Airport 

Lyn answers some great questions from listener Jamie about options if you don't want to fly Southwest out of your home airport, how you really can pay 7,500-10,000 points per flight and if you should use Chase Freedom Unlimited for your everyday spend. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacksSee More...My DVC Points Podcast Episode 265: Why Lyn Was RightBONUS Episode: $7000+ Saved Flying Free as a Single Parent to College Visits, Hawaii, Yoga Retreats & More Send your questions to info AT familiestravelfree.com Join Families Fly Free by Friday, Feb. 23 and work 1-on-1 with Lyn!Get...1-on-1 Zoom call with Lyn to map out your family's personal fly-free plan (until all slots she can possibly do are full, something she hasn't offered in YEARS)Attend 4 weekly live Zooms, beginning Feb. 29, with Lyn teaching her Fly Free Formula LIVE for the first time EVER and ask questionsBONUS: Detailed breakdown of EXACTLY how Lyn saved $16,000 in 2023 using travel rewardsAll you have to do is join at FamiliesFlyFree.com by clicking the Start Flying Free button.We also now offer payment plans by selecting Afterpay at checkout. Choose from 4-12 plans, starting at $87/month.

Amanda's family of 4 has a goal to visit all 50 states before her daughters graduate high school. She shares how learning how to earn and use travel rewards has saved them thousands on trips to places like Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Utah, Niagara Falls and more.Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacks Join Families Fly Free by Friday, Feb. 23 and work 1-on-1 with Lyn!Get...1-on-1 Zoom call with Lyn to map out your family's personal fly-free plan (until all slots she can possibly do are full, something she hasn't offered in YEARS)Attend 4 weekly live Zooms, beginning Feb. 29, with Lyn teaching her Fly Free Formula LIVE for the first time EVER and ask questionsBONUS: Detailed breakdown of EXACTLY how Lyn saved $16,000 in 2023 using travel rewardsAll you have to do is join at FamiliesFlyFree.com by clicking the Start Flying Free button.We also now offer payment plans by selecting Afterpay at checkout. Choose from 4-12 plans, starting at $87/month.

Don't be intimidated to visit our National Parks for any reason, including crowds, knowledge, equipment or planning. Bryanna Royal of Crazy Family Adventure explains how you can enjoy the National Parks this year without overwhelm and make memories in some of America's most amazing landscapes. She shares some of her favorites and tips for making the most of your experience.Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacksResources:Crazy Family Adventure BlogCrazy Family Adventure National Park ItinerariesFamilies Travel Free National Parks Articles and Videos

Just a few years ago Chase Sapphire Reserve was THE luxury travel card to own, but these days, there are better options that offer the same perks for a lower cost. Lyn explains why she doesn't recommend getting Chase Sapphire Reserve, except for a rare group of people.Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacksResources:Chase Sapphire LoungesChase Travel CategoriesRelated Articles & Podcasts:Chase Sapphire Reserve ReviewChase Sapphire Reserve vs Preferred: Which Card Should You Choose?Chase Ink Business Preferred: How to Travel Free With This High-Bonus Business CardEpisode 86: All About Capital One Venture XEpisode 136: Why I Love the Chase Ink Business CardsVIDEO: Chase Sapphire Preferred vs Chase Sapphire Reserve ComparedVIDEO: Capital One Venture X vs Chase Sapphire Preferred | Which Card to Use for Your Everyday Spending?

What's in store for us when it comes to travel in 2024? Lyn identifies 9 trends she expects to see this year including continued revenge travel, international travel, more and better travel rewards, better wifi, hotels versus vacation rentals and much more. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacksRelated Podcasts:Episode 128: Should You Go for Southwest Elite StatusEpisode 147: Top Family US Destinations for 2024Episode 146: Top International Destinations for 2024

Where should you travel in 2024? Lyn together with Lesli Peterson of 365AtlantaTraveler.com share their picks for 6 great US destinations for families in 2024 including Colorado, Hawaii, Glacier National Park, Huntsville Alabama, Las Vegas and San Diego.Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacksResources:365AtlantaTraveler.com32 Incredible Things to Do in Las VegasWhat to Do in San Diego: The Complete List for 20247 Top Tips for Visiting America's National Parks19 Incredible Things to Do in HawaiiRelated Episodes:Episode 119: There's Something About San Diego: My Guide to This SoCal GemEpisode 74: Colorado Rocks! Why Colorado Ranks as 1 of My Top Destinations for Families Episode 28: Oh the Places We've Gone! My Family's Top 15 Bucket List Adventures Flying FreeEpisode 65: Kauai for Families: Everything You Need to Know About the Garden Isle

What international destinations should you consider visiting in 2024? Lyn shares her recommendations including Costa Rica, Paris, Grand Cayman, Ireland and Sicily.Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...https://www.familiesflyfree.com/Download Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacksAdditional Resources:Italy Travel Tips: 35 Things You Need to Know50 Magical Things to Do in RomeHow We Flew 4 People to Grand Cayman for FreeKimpton Seafire Resort & Spa: A Paradise in the CaribbeanCosta Rica: Everything You Need to Know About This Tropical Getaway12 Firsthand Hacks to Save Money on a Trip to ParisA Family Guide to Exploring Dublin

How much did Lyn's family save flying and staying free in 2023? She totals up their savings across 10 trips to 8 different destinations for you in this episode and explains how you can do the same. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacksRelated Episodes:Episode 105: Turks & Caicos: The Good and the Bad

Caroline Makepeace has traveled the world since 1997, visiting nearly 60 countries and living in 5. She shares her inspiring story about how she got out of the "rat race" and opted for a different way of life for herself, her husband and her two daughters. Get ready to be inspired!

Travel blogger Pam Howard shares how she uses travel rewards for everything from weekend getaways to day trips and from Disney visits to travel sports for her family of 4 without ever running out of points. Check out Pam's blog at ouradventureiseverywhere.comWant to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards... Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free... https://familiestravefree.com/7hacks

There's 1 mistake that Lyn sees travel hackers make again and again that complicates travel rewards and prevents them from taking as many free trips as possible. She reveals this very common mistake in this episode...Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacksRELATED PODCASTS:Episode 126: My Fly Free Formula REVEALED

Are you traveling as much as you could be or want to be? Lyn explains the concept of "under-traveling" and encourages you to truly consider this question. If you aren't traveling as much as you want, consider using travel rewards to bring your family up to the level you DO want to travel. She shares inspiring stories of families who have done that in 2023.Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacks

Save 20% on a Families Fly Free membership as part of a limited-time offer this holiday season for podcast listeners ONLY. Use code PODLOVE20 at FamiliesFlyFree.com to save for a limited time!How do travel rewards fit into a plan to retire early and become financially independent? Brad Barrett of Choose FI, the largest financial independence community in the world, explains how he became interested in travel rewards, his thoughts on travel cards, considers the cost/benefit analysis of fees associated with travel rewards, explains the tax benefits and even shares his favorite travel card. Don't miss this one!Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacksResources:Choose FI PodcastChooseFI.comRelated Episodes:#80: Free Travel While Chasing FI with Cami from Families Fly Free#110: Retired by 50 and Traveling the World with Chris Pisciotta

Save 20% on a Families Fly Free membership as part of a limited-time offer this holiday season for podcast listeners ONLY. Use code PODLOVE20 at FamiliesFlyFree.com to save for a limited time!What travel "hack" can save you the most possible points when flying that's simple and easy to do? Lyn shares her No. 1 airline points-saving hack in this week's episode. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacksRelated Episodes: #5: There IS a Best Airline If You Want to Fly Your Whole Family Free and It's... #16: What's the Cheapest Day to Fly? My Top Travel Hacks to Save on Airfare #31: Top 10 Mistakes People Make Flying Free

Save 20% on a Families Fly Free membership as part of a limited-time offer this holiday season for podcast listeners ONLY. Use code PODLOVE20 at FamiliesFlyFree.com to save for a limited time!Are you tightening the "belt" this year? No need to stop traveling! Travel rewards can allow your family to keep traveling even when the budget is tight. Want to get on the fast-track to always fly your family free? Come join us inside the Families Fly Free membership, the BEST way to learn how to fly free using travel rewards...Learn moreDownload Lyn's FREE list of 7 INSIDER hacks she uses to personally fly her family free...https://familiestravefree.com/7hacks

Maui is open and ready for visitors after the tragic August wildfires. Leanne Pletcher with the Maui Visitors & Convention Bureau joins us to share how you can visit Maui in a respectful way and why it's important to do so to support the island's recovery.Ready to jump to the finish line of flying your whole family for free, learn more about Families Fly Free and how you can learn Lyn's simple Fly Free Formula, a simple system to collect and use travel rewards for flights throughout the US, Caribbean and Europe...Learn more at FamiliesFlyFree.com/JoinRELATED EPISODES: Insider Tips for Planning an Epic Hawaii Vacation With Jordan & Erica of Hawaii Vacation Guide The Hawaii Vacation of Your Dreams: How to Make It a Reality Oahu Travel Guide: Local Tips from Amylee Udell How Mike Saved $4,500 on a Trip for His Extended Family to Hawaii Kauai Trip Report: Everything You Need to Know About Hawaii's "Garden Isle" RESOURCES: 19 Incredible Things to Do in Hawaii What It's Like to Fly to Hawaii on Southwest Awesome Hawaii Hotels You Can Book Using Points 10 Hacks to Save Big Money in Hawaii 11 Things to Know About Southwest Hawaii Flights  

The Chase Ink Business cards can be a great way to build your flexible points balance for free travel. Lyn reviews the different options, how they work and why she thinks they are a great option. Ready to jump to the finish line of flying your whole family for free, learn more about Families Fly Free and how you can learn Lyn's simple Fly Free Formula, a simple system to collect and use travel rewards for flights throughout the US, Caribbean and Europe...Learn more at FamiliesFlyFree.com/Join