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no matter their budget.
It's our heart to help every family to have the chance to explore the world,
It's our heart to help every family to have the chance to explore the world,
Your ‘always finding the best deal’ friend!
It all started with a wild idea: “Take our family to Italy…for a month…on a shoestring budget.” It seemed impossible, but with some savvy strategies, we made it happen. Now, I’m here to share what I’ve learned so you can do the same.
Since then, we’ve taken our kids on countless bucket-list vacations to places like Hawaii, Disneyland, Europe, and more—without spending anywhere close to the full price!
And the best part? Our credit score is higher than ever!
Hi there, I’m Abby!
We’re all about
Seeing the world without compromising your financial health.
Prioritizing meaningful experiences that bring families closer.
Investing in moments, not things.
Making the most of life, no matter the circumstances.
and before points.
At the time, it was a stretch and a trip we had saved for YEARS to afford. Looking back, it’s one of those ‘if only we knew then’ moments...because now, ironically, we know how to take that EXACT same trip for next to nothing (we’ve looked!).
Since then, we’ve backpacked through Europe, soaked up the sun in Hawaii and Mexico, explored the Swiss Alps and Portugal, wandered through Norway, and gone on epic road trips across National Parks.
The secret is simply optimizing the spending you are ALREADY doing—it made all the difference. Strategically using credit card perks turned our ‘maybe someday’ dreams into ‘booked and ready’ realities.
I know credit cards for travel can feel intimidating, which is why I’m here to show you how to do it responsibly—because no trip is worth sacrificing your financial health.
Years ago, Luke and I splurged $7k on a Dominican Republic trip,
before kids
before kids and before points.
life is short,
It’s easy to get lost in the logistics of points and miles, but the real reason we travel is simple:
The best investment isn’t in things—it’s in the experiences that create core memories and bring us closer to the people we love the most.
Everyone says traveling with kids costs a fortune, but with the right strategies, those adventures don’t have to drain your life savings (or rack up a hefty credit card bill)!
Ready to show the world to your kids without it costing you thousands? We’ve got you!
family time is precious, and the world is beautiful.
life is short, family time is precious, and the world is beautiful.
when it matters most.
But travel isn’t always about bucket-list vacations — it’s also about showing up
Life’s unpredictable, and sometimes that means last-minute flights for things you can’t miss, like a last-minute wedding, an adoption, or an inevitable emergency.
I know the stress of scrambling for flights and feeling the financial strain.
That’s why I’m passionate about showing you how to use points and miles, not just for bucket list trips, but for those unexpected moments too.
Need help navigating it all? I’m here for you!
But travel isn’t always about bucket-list vacations — it’s also about showing up
with points:
Lived in Italy for a Month on a $1,000 Budget
Our points and miles journey began with a dream to spend a month in Italy with our 3-year-old and 8-month-old. On a single income, it seemed impossible, but by using credit card points and listing our home on Airbnb, we made it happen for about $1,000 (not including food).
3-5 Bucket List Trips a Year
We take more trips in a year than we ever thought possible, maintain an extremely high credit score, and completely avoid debt or overspending.
Bucket-List Kid-Free Getaways:
We’ve taken unforgettable kid-free trips, like staying at a boutique all-inclusive resort in Big Sur for pennies on the dollar instead of the $2,000+ cash PER NIGHT price.
Annual Family Trips to Europe:
Now we can fly our family to Europe EVERY summer...$1000 tickets to Europe EACH no more thanks to points and miles!
We’ve explored both domestic and international destinations:
We've visited the Azores, Spain, and even enjoyed a magical Christmas in New York City, all without racking up debt. And the list keeps growing!
What we’ve done
Ready to turn your coffee runs and grocery trips into epic family getaways too?
Points and miles can take you wherever you want to go—you just need to know HOW to use them! This guide spills all the 'secrets' so you can skip the guesswork and get that trip booked!
