Have you heard of the IHG Rewards Club Select Credit Card? It’s a bit of a relic—but in the best way possible. Chase discontinued the card in 2018 and replaced …
IHG One Rewards
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Most hotel loyalty programs do have a points-expiration policy — it just doesn’t always feel like one because it’s usually tied to account inactivity (not the age of the points). …
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Points & Miles
When Does Your Hotel Elite Status Expire? 2026 Dates to Know for Major Loyalty Programs
by joehegby joehegAs we enter 2026, many travelers are reflecting on their hotel loyalty program status and planning how to maximize their benefits for the new year. If you already hold elite …
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Points & Miles
Is It Worth Buying IHG Points? Sometimes It’s the Cheapest Way to Book a Hotel
by joehegby joehegBuying hotel points can feel like one of those things people do when they’ve lost the plot. I get it — I even wrote about it a while back when …
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Virgin Voyages just made cruise perks shockingly easy to grab — even if you don’t cruise often enough to earn status the traditional way. They’re running an “Enhanced Status Match” …
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Credit Cards
The Trick to Earning More Credit Card Points When Dining at Hotel Restaurants
by joehegby joehegWhen 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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Credit Cards
Why Is Chase Suddenly Paying Attention to the Legacy IHG Select Card?
by joehegby joehegThe IHG One Rewards Select card is one of the last great “zombie cards” in the points-and-miles world. It’s been closed to new applicants since 2018, yet it continues to …
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Points & Miles
IHG One Rewards 100% Bonus on Purchased Points — Ends October 29, 2025
by joehegby joehegIHG One Rewards is back with a strong sale on purchased points. During this promo, you can buy up to 300,000 points and receive a 100% bonus (for a total …
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When you hear the term loyalty program, what do you think of? Most people imagine a system that rewards you for being a loyal customer — which makes sense, since …
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When it comes to travel, one thing you can always count on is that unforeseen circumstances will eventually disrupt your plans. Whether it’s due to unexpected events, weather, or personal …