Ms Miles

f you’ve ever tried to book a British Airways “Reward Flight” from London to Canada, you’ve probably had a heart attack looking at the fees. $800+ per person in “carrier surcharges”? No thanks. That’s not travel hacking; that’s just buying a expensive ticket with extra steps. But for our family’s big August 2026 trip back from Europe, I found the ultimate workaround. By positioning ourselves in Dublin, we’re using 240,000 Avios to get the whole family home for a fraction of the cost. Here is the step-by-step 2026 strategy for the “Dublin Sweet Spot.” The Math: Why 240,000 is the Magic Number In the 2026 Avios award chart, Aer Lingus…

As Canadian moms, we are the CEOs of our households. We manage the schedules, the snacks, and—most importantly—the budget. For most of us, our biggest monthly expense is rent. But unlike our grocery runs or Starbucks treats, rent has traditionally been a “dead” expense that earns us zero rewards. Enter Chexy. If you’ve been hanging around the Canadian travel hacking space, you’ve likely heard this name. Chexy is a game-changer that allows you to pay your rent with a credit card, turning those thousands of dollars into flights, hotel stays, or cold hard cash. In this guide, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about using Chexy in 2026…

It is officially the end of an era for the blue bird. On January 26, 2026, BMO Financial Group announced the biggest transformation in the 34-year history of the program: Air Miles is becoming Blue Rewards. For Canadian travel moms who have spent years meticulously separating “Cash” and “Dream” miles, this is a massive shift. The rollout is happening in stages, with the full brand transition scheduled for Summer 2026. Here is everything you need to know about the new currency, the new partners, and how to protect your hard-earned rewards during the transition. 1. The Death of the “Double Bucket” System The most significant change is the immediate simplification…

Since you have the Marriott Bonvoy American Express card, your most valuable asset is that Annual Free Night Award (up to 35,000 points). Finding hotels that fall under this 35k threshold is the “holy grail” of Canadian travel hacking because it makes your $120 annual fee feel like a steal. In 2026, Marriott uses dynamic pricing, so while these hotels often sit under 35k, you should always check your specific dates. As Canadian moms, we know that a great hotel can make or break a family vacation. It’s not just about a bed to sleep in; it’s about the pool, the dining options, the location for exploring, and those little…

The dream: Taking your kids to Walt Disney World to see the castle, meet Mickey, and ride Space Mountain. The reality: Opening the Air Canada app and realizing flights for a family of four cost $2,400. Then checking Disney hotel prices and seeing rooms starting at $500 USD a night. Before you’ve even bought a single pair of mouse ears, you’re looking at a $5,000 bill. As the CEO of your household, you know that kind of spending just doesn’t compute. But what if I told you that the “dream” Disney trip is possible for a fraction of the cash price? I recently helped a Canadian family of four—let’s call…