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Hotel Loyalty Programs
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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 …
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Las Vegas, the city known for its glittering lights and world-class hospitality, saw a whirlwind of activity in 2024 as major hotel loyalty programs underwent significant shifts. From new partnerships …
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Spending $15,000 to earn a free night certificate might sound like a hefty commitment, but when that certificate has no blackout dates, resort fees, or weekend-only restrictions, it becomes a …
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Points & Miles
Bonvoyed Again: How Marriott’s Dynamic Pricing Limits Free Night Certificates
by joehegby joehegIf you’ve been a part of the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program, you’re probably familiar with the free night certificates that come with certain co-brand credit cards from Chase or American …
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Having status in a hotel’s loyalty program can significantly improve the quality of a hotel stay. At a minimum, just being a member of the program will decrease your chances …
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If you travel more than once or twice a year, you might become interested in hotel loyalty programs. Through a hotel program, you’ll earn points, which you can use for …
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Major hotel brands have loyalty programs where you earn points for your stays, and these points can be used for free nights. Additionally, achieving status by accumulating qualifying stays with …
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Hotel co-brand credit cards offer similar benefits. Most cards offer hotel status, and some even provide a free night for renewing the card for another year and paying the annual …