loyalty programs

The World of Hyatt loyalty program has long stood out for the value it offers members. Unlike competitors such as Hilton, Marriott, and IHG, which use variable pricing for award …

When your American Express credit card anniversary date is approaching, you need to consider the annual fee. Is the card worth keeping? Even if it was a good decision before, …

If you snooze, you lose. That’s the reality in the travel loyalty game, where the best deals don’t wait around. Sometimes, it’s a rock-bottom award ticket that disappears before you …

One of the best perks of booking hotel stays with points is getting extra nights for free. Several hotel loyalty programs—Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy, and IHG One Rewards—offer discounts on …

Ever wonder why banks keep handing out massive signup bonuses and 5X points on spending, even though we all know points eventually get devalued? Shouldn’t they be tightening the reins …

Ever found yourself staring at a solid points redemption—a free flight, hotel stay, or rental car—only to hesitate? Maybe it’s the voice in your head whispering “Is this really the …

If you think earning airline miles is all about racking up flights, think again. These days, most U.S. airline programs have traded mileage for money—the more expensive your ticket, the …

When we decided to take a 15-day road trip through the Southwest, we knew we wanted to make the most of our travel budget. The good news? We were able …

We’re finished with our travels for 2024. That means it’s time to look back at our travels over the last 12 months and see which hotels we spent the most …

Travel credits come in many forms, but for this post, we’ll define them broadly as any benefit with an expiration date that can be used to book travel instead of …