5 Easy Ways to Maximize Your Points, Miles & Cashback
Getting into miles and points can be extremely overwhelming. But if you’re new to this world, there are a few easy habits…
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The Travel Essentials I Can’t Do Without
When Jeanne & I first started Heels First Travel, we each wrote about our travel essentials. Two years later, I…
Then and Now: The Evolution of My Travel Philosophy
My obsession with points, elite status, and the search for bigger and better airplane seats and hotel suites sometimes draws…
When Will I Learn To Stop Watching Movies on Long Flights
Something you wouldn’t guess (I hope) upon casual acquaintance is that I’m a very emotional movie watcher. I didn’t used…
When Holidays Threaten Your Holiday
Ever planned a trip around one particular destination or attraction only to find out too late that it won’t be…
Remember Last Week When I Said No Hats?
I need to do a better job of taking my own advice. Last week I Â evaluated the practicality of celebrities’…
Is This the Best Travel Book Ever?
I just got the most amazing gift! My parents sent me a copy of Off the Tourist Trail: 1,000 Unexpected…
Why All Travelers Should Have Twitter Accounts Even if They Don’t Tweet
I can’t believe I’m writing this post. It has taken me years to get into the whole Twitter thing. Many…
Lost Memories? Backing Up Your Pictures While Traveling
Have you ever had a trip half ruined when your camera or phone was stolen, damaged, or lost? I have!…
Warm Up With Our Fireside Chat with Delta Points
Rene interviewed us this week for his Fireside Chat series. Check it out to find out what started Heels First…
How to Enjoy Traveling Alone
A major constraint many people face when wanting to travel more, is the lack of a traveling companion. So my…
Tips For Bad Weather and Holiday Travel
My heart goes out to everyone trying to catch flights home for the holidays right now. Every time I look…
