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One of the questions Keri and I get the most is “How do we fly so cheap?” ….Followed by, “I want to take a flight on August 12th from Seattle to New York with no connections and for less than $200, how do I do this?” All I can do …

Sometimes it feels like I’m traveling for work more than I’m at home! At first, I started running out of essentials, came home to no groceries, and had to make late night toilet paper runs.  But I got myself into a routine that has really helped me stay on top …

One of the benefits of the Chase Sapphire Preferred Visa Card is secondary insurance that covers damage to your rental vehicle.  Instead of paying upwards of $30 a day, the Chase Sapphire can cover damage to your rental car. This option hasn’t gotten a ton of love, mostly because it …

What Travel Technology should you pack? ZDNet had an article on traveling smart with mobile gear.  I found the article interesting because his approach is different from mine but revolves around the same theme–thinking ahead so you can stay connected. My favorite tip is his cable stash.  I have been …

Oscar de la Renta’s PR Girl, Erika Bearman opened up her travel bag and showed the Huffington Post her beauty essentials for on the road.       I share her love of MAC mascara.  She also recommends Tatcha’s Dewey Skin mist, which I’ve tried and love, but it hasn’t …

How do you prevent credit card fraud when your credit card is stolen? I was a victim of credit card fraud when my Chase Sapphire Preferred card was skimmed.  But what if my whole wallet were stolen?  I carry a good number of credit cards at a time.  I’d have …

One mistake I’ve been making a lot lately is that I keep assuming people know the tools I use to organize myself with travel and where I find deals.  Someone recently asked me for advice on keeping track of loyalty program numbers.  I replied, “Oh, you don’t like Award Wallet?”   …

Travel essentials usually include the ideal laptop bag or the best luggage, but my travel essentials include items that keep me comfortable and on the ball. Keri and I are taking a weekend trip to Napa tomorrow “for my birthday”.  Since today is my actual birthday and I will be out …