If you’re a Hyatt fan, there’s a fun ongoing promotion called Brand Explorer. Every time you stay at a new Hyatt brand, you get closer to earning a free Category …
Hotel Loyalty Programs
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There are definitely some quirky motels and hotels in the world. There are some that are intentionally quirky, so you can tell it’s something of a gimmick, making a statement, …
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Hotels
IHG Has Abandoned Key West. Meanwhile, Marriott, Hilton & Hyatt Are Thriving
by joehegby joehegI can’t recall another instance where a major hotel chain lost all its properties in a destination as popular as Key West, let alone in such a short period of …
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If you’re a World of Hyatt member who’s ever gifted a free night or suite upgrade to a friend or family member, there’s a new rule coming your way — …
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Hotels
Hotels That Only Offer Breakfast Because Top-Tier Loyalty Members Want Their “Free Breakfast”
by joehegby joehegIf you talk to travelers with top-tier hotel status, one of the first perks you’ll hear about is “free breakfast.” For Hyatt Globalists, Marriott Platinum and Titanium elites, and Hilton …
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I’m fascinated by how hotel chains develop brands. While some of them, like IHG, Hilton and Marriott, are clearly trying to cover the spectrum of hotel types, others have a …
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The Marriott Bonvoy program’s Terms and Conditions webpage scrolls on seemingly forever. When your program encompasses dozens of different brands worldwide, there are endless exceptions and carve-outs that need to …
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Hotels
Do Flight Attendants Earn Points For Staying In Hotels Between Flights?
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf you’ve followed Your Mileage May Vary for any period of time, you know that in between our bona fide informative posts about credit cards, hotels, airports, airlines, our travels, …
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Points & Miles
How I Scored an Incredible Hyatt Stay Before the Points Devaluation
by joehegby joehegWhen it comes to evaluating the value of travel points, the conversation can feel a bit like chasing a moving target. Point valuations constantly shift due to dynamic pricing models, …
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Finding a no-annual-fee credit card with solid perks isn’t easy. Most of the time, the best benefits are reserved for cards with an annual fee. Sure, there are a few …