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Marriott Bonvoy
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One of the biggest internal struggles in travel is that tug-of-war between wanting to pay the least amount possible… and realizing that spending a little more might make your life …
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I think the Ritz-Carlton™ Credit Card might be the best value luxury travel card out there. That’s a bold statement, I know—but when you stack up the perks against the …
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There are some people who are blessed with names that are easy and obvious to pronounce. Kim Smith. John Lee. Ronald McDonald. And then you have the rest of us. …
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Points & Miles
When Everyone’s Elite, No One Is: How Credit Cards Changed Travel Loyalty
by joehegby joehegI originally wrote this post in 2019, and then updated it in 2020, when airlines and hotels were practically giving away elite status due to the pandemic. Back then, I …
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Travel
I Bonvoyed Marriott Because Their IT Doesn’t Know How Many Days Are In A Week
by joehegby joehegMarriott’s IT has a reputation—most of it… not great. From glitchy apps to loyalty points that vanish into the void, it’s usually the kind of thing that makes travelers grumble. …
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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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We kicked off our Puerto Rico adventure with a two-night stay in San Juan before embarking on a Virgin Voyages cruise. With one full day to explore the city, our …
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Points & Miles
How IHG’s 4th Night Free Benefit Stands Out from Hilton and Marriott
by joehegby joehegOne 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 …
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Hotels
When Does Your Elite Status Expire? Dates to Know for Hotel Loyalty Programs
by joehegby joehegAs we enter 2025, 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 status, …