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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150 | Why You Should Not Be Intimidated to Visit US National Parks with Bryanna Royal

150 | Why You Should Not Be Intimidated to Visit US National Parks with Bryanna Royal

Don’t be intimidated to visit our National Parks for any reason, including crowds, knowledge, equipment or planning. Bryanna Royal of...

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What Is Southwest Business Select?

If you see Southwest Business Select as an option when booking a flight on Southwest Airlines, you may wonder how...

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5 Outstanding Southwest Airlines US Destinations to Visit in 2024

Where should you travel in 2023?  Here are some of our family’s favorite U.S. destinations that we have visited while...

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14 Great Ways to Use the Southwest App

If you’re planning to fly regularly on Southwest Airlines, you definitely need the Southwest app in your arsenal. I personally...

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148 | Travel Trends for 2024

148 | Travel Trends for 2024

What’s in store for us when it comes to travel in 2024? Lyn identifies 9 trends she expects to see...

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7 Not-to-Miss Consistently Cheap Southwest Flights

How often do I check Southwest fares? If I have a flight booked, most of the time, it’s every day!...

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One Day Itinerary for the Grand Canyon South Rim [2025]

Visiting Grand Canyon National Park should top everyone’s bucket list. It’s awe-inspiring and a fascinating exploration of nature and history....

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How to Get Southwest Drink Coupons: 5 Ways to Get Them Free

Want some free Southwest drink coupons to enjoy a glass of wine, cocktail or beer on your next flight? I’ve...

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147 | Top Family US Destinations for 2024 with Lesli Peterson of 365 Atlanta Traveler

147 | Top Family US Destinations for 2024 with Lesli Peterson of 365 Atlanta Traveler

Where should you travel in 2024? Lyn together with Lesli Peterson of 365AtlantaTraveler.com share their picks for 6 great US...

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Your Rights If Southwest Cancels Your Flight & Compensation You Can Expect

In today’s day and age, with demand ebbing and flowing and just beyond a global pandemic, airlines may cancel your...

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146 | Top International Destinations for 2024

146 | Top International Destinations for 2024

What international destinations should you consider visiting in 2024? Lyn shares her recommendations, including Costa Rica, Paris, Grand Cayman, Ireland...

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What to Do in San Diego: The Complete List for 2025 (35 Suntastic Ideas!)

My family loves to visit San Diego, CA. We’ve been there during all four seasons and find that there is...

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