by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Oct 3, 2025 | Maximizing Points and Miles
There isn’t a one‑size‑fits‑all week for cruising. The right moment depends on what you want, starting with your destination. Next, consider climate. Many travelers favor sunny stretches with little rain. If you prefer calmer ports and ships, avoid peak vacation...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Oct 3, 2025 | Maximizing Points and Miles
Listen up. All-inclusive resorts have evolved in a big way. If you want a stress-free getaway where your rate covers the essentials, an all-in deal , whether in the U.S. or on a sun-soaked beach in Mexico , can be a smart move. Today’s top properties serve serious...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Sep 5, 2025 | Maximizing Points and Miles
Safety matters when you plan a trip, especially if you care about solo travel, discrimination risks, or everyday crime. We want you to feel confident choosing destinations that match your comfort level and travel style. To ground this in evidence, we rely on the...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Aug 20, 2025 | Maximizing Points and Miles
Solo female travel is growing fast, and many of you are planning big trips abroad with curiosity and courage. We want you to feel empowered, so we focus on practical safety habits that keep you confident from takeoff to touchdown. With smart prep, a clear plan, and...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Aug 14, 2025 | Maximizing Points and Miles
We often talk about opening new financial accounts, and it’s just as important to master smart account changes that reduce costs without affecting your profile. In many cases, you can keep your existing line open, lower or remove an annual fee, and protect your credit...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Aug 13, 2025 | Maximizing Points and Miles
Rooms.aero gives you a fast, unified view of hotel award availability across multiple loyalty programs in a single search. It’s a helpful resource for travelers who want a single dashboard to compare points-based hotel stays across programs. If you collect...
