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9 Fabulously “Golden” Things to Do in California

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California is full of diversity, including its seemingly endless list of recreational activities, and it's one of my family's favorite destinations. With a rich mix of cultures, cuisine and tourist destinations, there's no shortage of activities to keep you entertained! Be sure to include these top 9 things to do in California on your next trip … [Read more...]

Southwest Gets Final FAA Approval for Hawaii Flights; Sales to Begin in ‘Days’

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved Southwest Airlines to fly to Hawaii! It's the news we've long been waiting for! I reached out to Southwest Thursday morning, February 28, and here is how they explained it: "The FAA Wednesday [Feb. 27] officially authorized Southwest to operate ETOPS or Extended Operations flights that, … [Read more...]

Buy Southwest Points of 10,000 or More and Get a 40% Bonus

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Need to top off your Southwest Rapid Rewards account to hit a certain number of points to book a flight? Do you need to meet a credit card spend amount to get your Companion Pass this year? Do you want to fly someplace warm? Well, you can accomplish this trifecta by buying Southwest points -- if it makes financial sense.   Southwest … [Read more...]

5 Ways to Make Collecting and Redeeming Southwest Points Easier

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Here at Go-to Travel Gal, I'm all about finding the SIMPLEST ways to save money on travel. I always look for the techniques that have the MOST impact or the 20% of tasks that generate 80% of the rewards we're looking for (see one of my favorite books, "The ONE Thing" by Gary Keller for more on that concept). I've put together some tips and … [Read more...]

TARGETED: Enjoy Southwest A-List Elite Status Through May 31!

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Southwest is offering an AMAZING new targeted promotion to select Rapid Rewards members to temporarily enjoy the airline's A-List elite status (I suppose to spoil you :)) and then have it extended through the end of 2019 with three round-trip paid flights.  I received the Southwest A-List status promotion via email on Feb. 21 with … [Read more...]

8 Reasons to Consider Hotel Del Coronado for Your San Diego Vacation

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When you think of San Diego, doesn't the iconic and historic Hotel del Coronado come to mind? Its red roof is visible from just about anywhere on Coronado Island, which is just across the bay from downtown San Diego, and almost everyone has seen or heard of it whether or not you've been to San Diego. My family and I stayed at Hotel del Coronado … [Read more...]

Southwest Card Offers Return to 40,000 Points; 3 Steps to Companion Pass!

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Now that the amazing offer to earn a Southwest Companion Pass with just one card sign-up and the completion of a minimum spend, the Southwest personal credit cards have all returned back to their 40,000-point offers after a $1,000 minimum spend in 3 months. These are still good offers if you want to earn a FULL Southwest Companion Pass that is … [Read more...]

Top 10 Unforgettable Things to Do in Nassau, Bahamas

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By Cami Sauder If you're looking for a tropical international destination reachable on Southwest Airlines, and better yet, using your Southwest Companion Pass, I'd love to introduce you to Nassau, Bahamas. There are so many fun things to do in Nassau! Since Nassau is so close to the U.S., just a quick one-hour flight from Fort Lauderdale, … [Read more...]

Our Top 5 Favorite Spring Break Destinations

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It's February... so that means even for last-minute planners like me :), we'd better get our Spring Break plans in order. Some of you have probably had your Spring Break destinations booked a year in advance — good for you! But, if you're like me, you're still sorting it all out. Ergh... To give you some inspiration if you're trying to decide … [Read more...]