Going

02/06/2026

Did the northern lights come out to celebrate... or does Iceland always glow like this?⁠

A price patiently watched, a country longed for over two decades, and one alert that finally made it happen...some say it’s fate, destiny, (a well-timed glance at the aurora forecast)… some say it’s Lanie, Ren, Lousson, and Willis over at Going. No one knows for sure 😉
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❄️ What made this trip special?⁠
→ A 37,000-point round-trip to Iceland (paid in patience, not dollars!)⁠
→ A 20-year dream finally crossing over from “someday” to “I’m finally making it happen!!!!“⁠
→ Northern lights AND volcanoes on one unforgettable itinerary⁠

That’s the magic of a points deal: it doesn’t just save you money, it turns “once in a lifetime” into “wait, I can actually do this.” The alert that rewarded all that patience? Also one of the easiest trips she’s ever booked. (tbh we’re cheering her on the whole way and CANNOT WAIT to hear more about what Kara gets up to when she’s back). ⁠

Iceland is hands down one of the most jaw-dropping countries on Earth—glaciers, frozen waterfalls, black sand beaches, aurora-streaked skies, and volcanoes that look straight out of a dream—and with award space like this popping up, it’s more achievable than ever. 🌋

Not-so-secret-pro tip while you’re there: grab a famous Icelandic hot dog (pylsur) from a street stand and a warm bun from a Reykjavík bakery—small bites, big memories. 🌭 (side note: why is there no cinnamon roll emoji?! Someone tag Apple to rectify this)
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🔔 Want to be the next Deal Diary? Head to the link in bio. We’re waiting to celebrate your story with you, friend. Send this to a friend as motivation to goooooooooo.
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Thank you to Kara for sharing her story! 💙

02/06/2026

CAN’T STOP WON’T STOP TILL YOU GET ENOUGH. Ginger ale en flight will set you right.

01/06/2026

👀👀👀 Real talk: points and miles transfer partners can be confusing and feel like a LOT to keep up with.

Here’s a lil guide to get you started. Next up we’ll be talking about the transfer bonuses for June! 🌈 Share this with your points people!

“But what IS a transfer partner, Going?” I can hear you asking internally. Well, a transfer partner is an airline or hotel program that accepts your credit card points….usually (but not always!) At a 1:1 value.

In English?
Chase points ➡️ United miles ➡️ Flight
Chase points ➡️ Hyatt points ➡️ Hotel night

They open up more ways to travel on your terms. All you have to do is pay taxes and fees (which are MUCH lower than purchasing a flight or hotel outright) 🫴✈️🏨

The transfer partners listed here are US-based credit card focused. If you’d like to see more for Canada or the UK, lmk!! AND if you have any questions, please drop them below so we can all learn and discuss together.

31/05/2026

31/05/2026

Charlotte, Flight Expert Ren here! It's the freakin' weekend y'all. We made it–and if you're anything like us, you're jonesing for your next lil getaway 🤭 (psst... these are still live in the app 👀)⁠
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🐚 Sint Maarten — $379 roundtrip. Relaxing vibe in the Caribbean with crystal blue waters? Say less.⁠
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🇬🇹 Guatemala City — $393 roundtrip with dates wide open August through October 2026.⁠ What a guamazing thing (if you're my boss, please forget you read that)⁠
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⛰️ Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park — $243 roundtrip. If you're looking for something new and off the beaten path, this is it. The canyon is stunning, easily accessible, and makes for incredible pictures. It's one of those spots that you may not have heard of before going, but will never forget after you went.⁠
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🦘 Australia — 140K points + $144 RT through United. May 2026 to March 2027 availability.⁠ Oh, and it's in premium economy 💅⁠
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Opportunity is out there, all you have to do is book.
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Head to the link in bio to book direct with airline from the app, or head to Going.com if booking is a big screen activity (same bestie, same).

30/05/2026

These are my top five horror movies as a traveling retiree. All satire of course, but still VERY SCARY. What are some of yours? Let me know below!

—Allie

28/05/2026

Is that a castle... or just Romania stealing the whole spotlight again?⁠

A cancelled cruise two years ago, a country longed for an entire lifetime, and one alert that changed everything...some say it’s fate, destiny, (a horse)… some say it’s the team of flight experts over at Going. Guess we’ll never know 🙈⁠

🏰 What made this trip special?⁠
→ A one-stop to Romania for just $550 (out of their OWN home city!)⁠
→ A friendship with Tavi, a guide turned travel buddy, kept alive across years and continents⁠
→ Finally returning to the place that once felt impossibly out of reach⁠

That’s the magic of a real flight deal: it doesn’t just save you money, it turns “once in a lifetime” into “I’ll see you again soon.” The flight alert that made them cry happy tears? Was also the easiest international trip she’s ever taken. (tbh we’re crying with her).
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Romania is hands down the most underrated country in Europe—fortresses, castles, ruins, Vlad Dracul, UNESCO monasteries—and with new nonstop flights from JFK to Bucharest, it’s more achievable than ever. 🧛
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🔔 Want to be the next Deal Diary? Head to the link in bio. Lousson, Willis, Lanie, and Ren (the humans behind the deals!) send the cheap flight alerts, you bring the the booking confirmation and memories made.

Send this to your forever travel partner—or the friend who keeps saying “someday” 💬
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Thank you to Shana for sharing her story! 💙

27/05/2026

it’s a Going deal 🎷 🎶 ✈️

27/05/2026

Chicago is a fave city for soooooo many folks, and we couldn’t agree more 🌭

three things we’d tell anyone before their first trip:

1️⃣ it’s not just a downtown city…it’s 77 neighborhoods that happen to share a skyline. the best meals + bookstores + afternoons aren’t just in the loop
2️⃣ deep dish is a once-a-trip thing, not an every-meal thing. try eating thin-crust tavern pizza too
3️⃣ the blue line from o’hare is cheap and ~45 min. the uber is $50 and might take longer in traffic

🎠 full guide in the carousel ✅ save it for your next trip ✈️

p.s. huge shoutout to folks over on Threads for dropping local picks last time we posted… be sure to check out middle brow, jibaritos y mas, wormhole coffee, and obbie’s pizza. they’re all on the list for our next trip.

26/05/2026

It it a little... Chile in here... or is that just Maggie's story?⁠
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Six years of waiting, gone in a single notification...some say it's magic, some say it's the team of flight experts over at Going. Guess we'll never know 🙈⁠
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🏔️What made this trip special?⁠
→ A sub $500 ATL-SCL for $463 RT (yes, really)⁠
→ Patagonia planning prepped them for this⁠
→ Celebrating their 20th anniversary in a spot that is new, stunning, and exciting for them. What a way to ring in two decades of marriage–exploring with your partner. ⁠
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That's the magic of a real flight deal: it doesn't just save you money, it takes an ordinary moment and thoughts of "someday!" to "OH MY GOD IT'S HAPPENING." Suddenly you're not picking between the flight OR the good seats. You're doing both. 💌⁠
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🔔 Want to be the next Deal Diary? Head to the link in bio. Lousson, Willis, Lanie, and Ren (the humans behind the deals!) send the cheap flight alerts, you bring the nerve to book.⁠
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Send this to whoever you're bringing to Patagonia 💬⁠
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Thank you to Maggie for sharing her story! 💙