points and miles

The average American family spends 12% of their income on paying for food. While that spending is split between eating out and eating at home, more people are eating away …

The annual fee for our Wyndham Rewards Earner Business Card recently came due. At $95 per year, I wanted to reflect on the past year and determine whether it’s worth …

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’re serious about maximizing points and miles, you’ve probably picked up a treasure trove of tricks and tips along the way. You know the best credit cards for earning …

One of the distinctive things about the World of Hyatt loyalty program is the Brand Explorer benefit. Like all other major hotel companies, Hyatt has several chains under its umbrella. …

When booking an award flight, it helps to explore all the options. I faced this decision last year when I booked a flight on Virgin Atlantic from Orlando to London. …

Earning points and miles seems easy, right? A few hacks, a few swipes, and you’re rolling in rewards. But here’s the harsh truth: without common sense, your “easy wins” could …

I know this is an unpopular opinion, but I think there are several advantages to the fixed value loyalty programs over other airlines’ award point redemption models. By fixed value, …

For some people, buying a gift card is the perfect present. They’re available at many retail stores, and if you need some quickly, and don’t have the time or inclination …

Once you’ve been paying attention to points and miles for a while, it becomes inevitable that you’ll end up with a stack of membership cards from various programs. Airline programs. …