Marriott Bonvoy

One of the easiest ways to earn a big stash of points or miles is by grabbing a strong sign-up bonus. Apply, hit the minimum spend, collect the rewards, repeat …

I never thought I’d be considering the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant again. We ditched this card back in 2023, right around the time the annual fee jumped to $650. Not because …

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 …

When it comes to earning points, it’s actually pretty hard to make a truly catastrophic mistake. Sure, you can forget to use the “right” card and earn 2X instead of …

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 …

If you’ve read this blog for a while, you already know we’re unapologetically pro-Starbucks when we travel. It’s predictable coffee in unfamiliar places, mobile ordering in chaotic airports, and an …

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, …

I booked a room at The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport for my wife, Sharon, as an overnight stay during her 25 for 25 JetBlue trips. She was arriving late—around 9:00 p.m.—and …

While I’m still in the midst of my 25 For 25 flights, I’ve wound up having to stay at hotels here and there. My husband, Joe (he’s the other half …

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 …