Show Mom Some Love!

Whether you call her "Mom", "Mama", "Mommy", "Ma" or an angel (hugs), this Sunday is Mother's Day.    Take the time to celebrate and honor your mother, the mother of your children or if you're a mom, #treatYoSelf!

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They say motherhood is a thankless job because as kids we don't fully grasp all that our mothers do (or have done) for us until we're much older.  And while they teach us about manners and being polite, we often don't say thank you and show them the appreciation they deserve. 

So, show your mom a little love.  Say thank you with thoughtful words, quality time or with a heartfelt gift. Treat her with something that makes her smile: flowers, jewelry, wine, edible arrangements, chocolate covered strawberries etc.

If you're looking for a gift or flowers, there's still time to take advantage of the sales, discounts and bonus offers at mom's (or your) favorite retailers.  For example, AmericanAAdvantage is offering you 250 bonus miles for spending $150 at select retailers.   And while you treat the mother(s) in your life, you can treat yourself with miles or points by shopping at your favorite loyalty program's online mall. Those bonus miles may be the difference  between you and your next vacation.

Remember to visit your favorite online shopping portal or compare which portal offers the most points or miles per dollar at sites like, EVReward.com that compares the earning rates of these portals (and others like Ebates and Ultimate Rewards). Search for your desired retailer and note the different amounts of points, miles, and/or cash back provided through each shopping portal.

• American Airlines: AAdvantage eShopping
• British Airways: Gate 365
• Delta Air Lines: SkyMiles Shopping
• Southwest Airlines: Rapid Rewards Shopping
• United Airlines: MileagePlus Shopping

Get Paid to Shop Online

I love shopping.  Shocker.  Do you know a diva who doesn't??

I know, I typically wax on and on about earning points and miles, but there's just something about getting paid to shop.  I like to travel and I like a bargain.  With all the deals and savings offered with post-holiday sales, getting cash back takes the savings to another level.   That extra cash in your pocket can be put toward travel expenses or spending money for your next vacation.

So, how do I get paid to shop?

Ebates! Visit the website or download the app from iTunes or Google Play, click, shop and earn. It's that simple.  Ebates  also provides discount codes for many vendors for additional savings and to date,  has paid members more than $300 million in cash back.  Why would you want to leave money on the table??

Many of your favorite vendors and services, including travel sites, are in the Ebates network.  You can earn up to 8% cash back and sometimes double, when booking your next trip.

Try it today and let me know how much you save!

How Ebates Works:ere's how simple it really is:

Each store offers a different cash back percentage. Just look at the percentage next to the store name on the Ebates.com site to see how much savings you will earn.

Take a vacation from all your holiday shopping

I know it's been a while, but there's no better time to boost your miles than the holidays.  I mean it. Take a vacation from all your holiday shopping when you use the AAdvantage eshopping mall. A gift for your self, friends and loved ones, can help you get a little closer to that dream vacation.  Now through December 22, you can get up to 3,000 bonus miles in addition to the miles per dollar you earn when you purchase items from your favorite retailers on the AAdvantage eshopping.
 

Purchases made at FTD.com through the AAdvantage eShopping mall, returns, shipping, taxes, gift card purchases, and certain products are not eligible for the bonus; please see site for coupon code or usage restrictions. It will take about 8-10 weeks from the end of promotional period for bonus miles to post to your account.

Happy holidays! And Happy Shopping!

Show a Little Love, Get Lots of Miles

It's February and that means no end to the number of red hearts, chocolates, jewelry commercials, and references to beloved Cupid. Love, that many splendid thing, which connects us to family, friends, and lovers is a great reason to offer a gesture or gift to remind someone you care (even yourself -- nothing wrong with a little self love). Doing something special for others could result in a special trip for you!

With Valentine's Day fast approaching, don't miss an opportunity to earn miles when you show a little love. If you're planning to do something special for or with someone you love enjoy dinner at a participating rewards network restaurant to increase your frequent flyer mileage. Whether it's a beautiful floral arrangement, jewelry, a fragrance, chocolates, or some other confection, visit your favorite frequent flyer program's online shopping mall to get miles for your purchase.


Some of my favorite retailers (some offering up to 10 miles per dollar) around this time of year include:

• ProFlowers   
• Blue Nile                      
• Teleflora
• Red Envelope
• SpaFinder
• Spalook
• Harry & David
• Perfumania
• Mrs. Fields
• Shari's Berries

Love is in the air.  When you're celebrating Cupid's Day, get some miles so you can be too!