by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Dec 22, 2025 | Airlines & Loyalty Programs
We know it can feel stressful when an airline changes something as basic as how you line up at the gate. Southwest is moving from open seating to assigned seats, and that shift will change what you see in the gate area and how the boarding order works. The new system...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Dec 22, 2025 | Maximizing Points and Miles
We do not live on cruise ships, but we have met enough cruise fans to see a pattern. People who love cruises really love them. They learn the ships, the routes, and even which days are best for sitting outside and watching the water. Most people who collect travel...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Dec 22, 2025 | Credit Card Reviews and Strategies
When we talk about miles and points, many of us think about big sign-up bonuses, quiet airport lounges, and surprise seat upgrades. Those things are fun and easy to get excited about. But there is another move that looks small and simple, and it can still help you and...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Dec 22, 2025 | Travel Guides
For many of us, a trip to the famous Florida theme park resort feels like a once in a lifetime splurge. Park tickets, food, and especially on site hotels all add up quickly. With ticket prices expected to keep rising, a visit that should feel magical can easily look...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Dec 22, 2025 | Flight Booking Tips and Strategies
Holiday flight prices have a special talent for wrecking a travel budget. When everyone tries to fly home at the same time, cash fares jump, award prices follow, and decent deals are suddenly hard to find. If you rely on points and miles to save money, the holidays...
