Lyn Mettler

Lyn Mettler is a longtime travel writer for US News & World Report, USA Today 10Best and The TODAY Show who created Families Fly Free, a program that teaches families her simple system to use travel rewards to fly for free. She is one of the industry's foremost experts on collecting and using travel rewards with her expertise featured in major media outlets and on podcasts, television and radio.
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What Are the Best Ways to Earn Southwest Points?

How can you earn Southwest points so that you always have enough to fly your entire family for free wherever...

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5 Must-Know Tips for Booking a Vrbo Vacation Rental

While I always enjoy staying in a great hotel, my family also likes to mix things up and stay in...

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Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club Resort Review in Oahu, Hawaii

Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club is an Oahu, Hawaii resort located on the island’s western shore. Only 18 miles from...

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99 | Delta Versus Southwest

Are you unsure about flying free if it involves Southwest Airlines? I often hear people say, “But I’d rather fly...

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Marco Island, Florida: Your Ultimate Beach Vacation Checklist [2023]

Marco Island, Florida, is one of my family’s favorite beach spots, especially when we’re ready to escape long overcast Midwest...

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Travel Companions Board With Southwest A-List and A-List Preferred Members

Anyone on the SAME RESERVATION (that means you’ll have the same confirmation number) on Southwest Airlines as someone who holds...

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Hacks for Getting the Most Out of European Train Travel

  When avid traveler and national Catholic radio show host Teresa Tomeo visited Italy with her husband to celebrate their...

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98 | Success Story: You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know With Michele Sharples

Families Fly Free member Michele Sharples, who considered herself a savvy travel hacker, shares how the membership helped her to...
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11 Things to Know About Southwest Airlines Hawaii Flights [2023]

Southwest has joined the list of airlines flying to Hawaii! If you’re planning a Hawaiian vacation on the airline anytime...

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97 | Turn Your Couponing Skills Into Free Vacations With Travel Rewards

Are you a skilled couponer? Lyn shares how to use your couponing mindset to not just earn free boxes of...
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96 | Plan an Epic Vacation With These Hawaii Vacation Tips

Lyn chats with Erica and Jordan of Hawaii Vacation Guide about their best insider tips for planning an epic Hawaii...
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Chase Reconsideration Line: What to Expect to Secure an Approval

If you’ve been declined after applying for a Chase credit card, depending on the reason, there may be hope! You...

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