by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Aug 11, 2025 | Maximizing Points and Miles
Working from home is great, but what if your “home” could be somewhere incredible? More people are embracing a “workation,” where you do your regular job from a different city, enjoying its sights, food, and culture while still staying productive. It’s a perfect way...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Jul 7, 2025 | Airlines & Loyalty Programs, Maximizing Points and Miles
At TheMilesAcademy we cover lounge life from everyday spaces across the United States to the most exclusive rooms for long haul flyers. Our rankings always spark strong opinions. That is healthy. It means travelers care about comfort and value. This guide explains...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | May 30, 2025 | Flight Booking Tips and Strategies, Maximizing Points and Miles
We’ve spotted something you’ll want to act on quickly. We found a standout opportunity in a points-earning program that lets you redeem as few as 24,500 points for first class flights to Hawaii. The routes depart from major West Coast airports and drop you right into...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | May 15, 2025 | Airlines & Loyalty Programs, Flight Booking Tips and Strategies, Maximizing Points and Miles
Back in 1997, something big happened in air travel. Five airlines decided to team up and create the first ever global airline partnership. We’re talking about Lufthansa, United Airlines, Air Canada, Scandinavian Airlines, and Thai Airways. Together, they shaped a new...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Mar 31, 2025 | Maximizing Points and Miles
Booking award flights and hotel stays through the right platforms helps us squeeze strong value from our points and miles. The catch is that comparing multiple frequent‑flyer and hotel loyalty programs can take time and requires some skill. The good news is that...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Feb 17, 2025 | Maximizing Points and Miles
Owning stock can do more than grow your portfolio. Some travel companies thank shareholders with extra benefits that reduce trip costs. If you cruise or stay in hotels often, these perks can add up. The key is knowing which companies offer them and how to claim them...
