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    Do Hotel Best Rate Guarantees Still Work? One Real Example (And What’s Changed)

    by joeheg February 22, 2026
    by joeheg February 22, 2026

    Most of the points and miles I earn for our trips come from credit card spending and sign-up bonuses. But that wasn’t always the case. There was a stretch when …

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    The Easiest Trick for Free Hotel Upgrades Without Lying or Chasing Status

    by joeheg December 27, 2025
    by joeheg December 27, 2025

    I’ve scored a surprising number of hotel upgrades using one simple trick. It’s perfectly legit, easy to do, and it doesn’t mess with my moral compass. Even if you’re the …

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    I Bonvoyed Marriott Because Their IT Doesn’t Know How Many Days Are In A Week

    by joeheg April 19, 2025
    by joeheg April 19, 2025

    Marriott’s IT has a reputation—most of it… not great. From glitchy apps to loyalty points that vanish into the void, it’s usually the kind of thing that makes travelers grumble. …

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    How to Book Multiple IHG Free Nights for the Same Stay

    by joeheg December 21, 2024
    by joeheg December 21, 2024

    When talking about free night certificates that you get by having an IHG co-brand credit card, there are two different types. There’s a 40,000 point free night certificate that you …

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