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    The Hidden Perk of Marriott Bonvoy Elite Status

    by joeheg December 14, 2025
    by joeheg December 14, 2025

    Marriott elite benefits can be a little… situational. Upgrades and late checkout depend on the property, the day, and sometimes the mood of the person at the front desk. But …

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    Hilton’s Big Changes for 2026: What It Means for 3 Types of Travelers

    by joeheg December 2, 2025
    by joeheg December 2, 2025

    Hilton just did something that feels both obvious and overdue: they admitted that their top tier isn’t really the “top” anymore. For years, Hilton Diamond has been in a weird …

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  • Points & Miles

    We Let Marriott Platinum Expire — Do We Regret It?

    by joeheg November 26, 2025
    by joeheg November 26, 2025

    We’d held Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite status for seven straight years. That’s long enough that it starts to feel like part of your travel identity — even if you’re not …

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    The Trick to Earning More Credit Card Points When Dining at Hotel Restaurants

    by joeheg November 8, 2025
    by joeheg November 8, 2025

    When we travel, we try to stretch every dollar — not just on flights and hotels, but also on dining. And while we love supporting local spots when we travel, …

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    Don’t Forget This Hidden AMEX Platinum Perk: Hilton Gold Status

    by joeheg October 25, 2025
    by joeheg October 25, 2025

    If you have the American Express Platinum Card, you probably already know about some of its flashier perks: airport lounge access, up to $400 in annual statement credits through Resy, …

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  • Hotels

    We Didn’t Expect This From Hyatt: A $40 Early Check-In Fee

    by joeheg October 21, 2025
    by joeheg October 21, 2025

    Don’t get me wrong — World of Hyatt is far and above the rest when it comes to what they offer members. From guaranteed suite upgrades for Globalists to consistent …

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    Hilton’s “Stay More, Earn More” Promotion for Fall 2025 Is… Not Great

    by joeheg October 6, 2025
    by joeheg October 6, 2025

    Hilton Honors is back with a new promotion for the final stretch of 2025, and while it comes with a fresh name — “Stay More, Earn More” — it’s unlikely …

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  • Hotels

    The Most Valuable Hotel Point

    by joeheg October 1, 2025
    by joeheg October 1, 2025

    When people argue about which hotel points are “most valuable,” they usually default to comparing cents per point on aspirational redemptions. But that misses the bigger story. It’s no exaggeration …

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    Why Hotels Charge for Extra People in the Room (& What You Can Do About It)

    by SharonKurheg August 30, 2025
    by SharonKurheg August 30, 2025

    My husband Joe and I have been married for over 20 years, so it’s been a long, long time since we shared our hotel room with anybody else. But back …

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  • Points & Miles

    How & When You Can Use Someone Else’s Free Night Award For A Hotel Stay

    by SharonKurheg July 27, 2025
    by SharonKurheg July 27, 2025

    Not long ago, we received an email from one of our readers: My parents started dabbling in points, miles and credit cards during the pandemic. They currently have a certificate …

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