June 26, 2026 BoldlyGo

35+ Credit Cards: What We Keep and Cancel

Why would anyone keep more than 35 credit cards open? In DeAndre and Taryn’s house, the answer is simple: each card has a job, most are rarely used, and none are carrying debt. This is all part of a broader points and miles strategy where each account serves a specific purpose, whether it is maximizing […]

June 19, 2026 Credit cards | points BoldlyGo

How to Use Credit Card Points for Luxury Travel

Learn how to use credit card points for luxury travel with smarter redemptions, better transfer strategies, and tips for booking premium flights without wasting miles.

June 7, 2026 Family Travel | Homeschool BoldlyGo

How to Pull Kids Out of School and Travel on Points

Can you pull your kids out of school and travel for months at a time? Nick Reyes of Frequent Miler did exactly that, using temporary homeschooling and points and miles to take his family on a three-month trip through the Bahamas, French Polynesia, and Europe. In this post, we break down how he made it work and how the family booked the trip.

May 29, 2026 American Express | Amex BoldlyGo

Amex Membership Rewards Points: The Best Cards and Best Uses

Your Amex points can buy a weak statement credit, or they can book business class to Europe and high-end hotel stays for a fraction of the cash price. The gap is huge, and it comes down to how you use Membership Rewards. On the BoldlyGo Podcast, DeAndre Coke sat down with points and miles expert […]

May 22, 2026 Award Travel | Family Travel BoldlyGo

How to Travel With Points Based on Your Travel Style

Three points and miles experts show how travel style shapes every redemption. From luxury family trips to premium cabin flights and safari dreams, this episode proves the best award booking is the one that fits your life.

May 21, 2026 Family Travel | Krabi | Singapore | Thailand BoldlyGo

Thailand with Kids: Easier and Better Than We Expected

A detailed Thailand with kids travel guide featuring Singapore, Krabi, Koh Samui, and Chiang Mai. Learn how this family of five used points and miles, explored Thailand’s islands, stayed at family-friendly hotels, and made Southeast Asia surprisingly easy with children.

April 26, 2026 Award Travel | business class | Business Owner | etihad | Maldives | qsuites BoldlyGo

Stranded in St. Thomas, Then Flying Etihad’s The Residence

Cappy Sinclair used business spend from his dental practice to book luxury flights and hotels, including Etihad’s The Residence. But his story also includes a St. Thomas travel disruption that shows why status and simple systems matter when plans go wrong.

April 24, 2026 Costa Rica | Hotels | Hyatt BoldlyGo

Andaz Papagayo Review: Mother-Daughter Memories Made Possible with Points

A mother-daughter trip to Andaz Papagayo made possible with Hyatt points. From ocean-view rooms to standout breakfasts and relaxing pool days, here’s what the experience was really like.

April 19, 2026 Award Travel | Digital Nomad BoldlyGo

Digital Nomad Life With Points and Miles: Caroline Lupini’s System

Most people picture digital nomad life as beaches, laptops, and freedom. Caroline Lupini’s version is more practical than that. After 11 years on the road and visits to 128 countries, she has built a points-and-miles system that supports real life, not just travel dreams. In this story, she shares how she balances work, logistics, status chasing, and long-term travel without burning out.

April 15, 2026 Hilton | Hilton cards | Hilton Honors BoldlyGo

Hilton Honors Diamond Reserve: New Elite Status Explained by Hilton Honors VP

Hilton Honors is changing in a big way. Gold and Diamond status will be easier to earn, and Hilton is adding a new top tier, Diamond Reserve, with perks like confirmable upgrades at booking, guaranteed late checkout, and access to Hilton Premium Clubs. Here’s what changed, what stayed the same, and what it means for points and miles travelers.