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A new Marriott property has opened in the heart of Bangkok, and this exciting new boutique hotel that will offer traditional Thai hospitality with modern amenities. Here are all of the details of the new Madi Paidi Bangkok. Madi Paidi…

There’s a new limited-time 25% bonus when you transfer Amex Membership Rewards points to Air France-KLM Flying Blue. We’re always in search of ways to get more value from our points and miles, and transfer bonuses are a great way…

I recently returned from an Alaska cruise with my family where we sailed the Inside Passage from Anchorage, Alaska, (via Whittier, Alaska) to Vancouver, Canada. Overall I enjoyed the trip, especially since I was traveling with family and I always…

An Alaska cruise is a dream vacation for many travelers. Sailing through glaciers, spotting bald eagles and humpback whales, and wandering through quaint towns is what it’s all about. Whether or not you’ve cruised before, going on a cruise in…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. If you’d love to make a fall getaway to Europe, you’re in luck. We’ve found some great economy availability (for up to 8 seats!) from Washington Dulles (IAD) to…

I’m a Hyatt Globalist! I have had Hyatt Globalist FOMO for years, so it feels awesome to finally be able to say those words. Hyatt Globalist is the highest level of elite status in the World of Hyatt program. It…

Southwest Airlines has announced some new perks to look forward to. All passengers will soon be eligible for free same-day standby and some passengers will get free inflight Wi-Fi. Here are the details. Southwest Is Adding Free Standby and Free…

There are many types of points, and they can all have different values. It can be confusing, especially if you’re just getting into the points and miles hobby. We’re often asked, “Is it better to earn airline miles or hotel…

For more than 30 years, DoubleTree by Hilton guests have enjoyed a signature welcome chocolate chip cookie at check-in. Now, this tradition is also accessible to more than 32 million Americans with food allergies thanks to the introduction of an…

The author was traveling as an invited guest of Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City and expenses were covered by the hotel. All opinions are the author’s own and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. I…

Planning a vacation can be fun, but it may be stressful. You might have picked a hotel out already but want to ensure you get the best price. Or maybe you have a destination in mind but no idea what…

The Platinum Card^® from American Express is arguably one of today’s premier credit cards. While the annual fee isn’t for the faint of heart, this card has many premium perks and benefits. If this card is on your radar, you’ll…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Preferred Hotels is offering savings of up to 35% on select hotels for last-minute travel this summer. If you’ve been thinking about planning another trip before fall arrives, be…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. There’s a new welcome bonus offer for the Southwest Rapid Rewards^® Premier Business Credit Card. This new 2-part welcome offer requires a decent amount of spend, but it’s a…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. If you’re a fan of Hyatt hotels, The World of Hyatt Credit Card is one you probably already have in your wallet since it offers great perks (such as…

World of Hyatt and MGM Rewards have had a decade-long partnership that allowed each program’s members to earn points and enjoy reciprocal benefits and status matches. There have been rumors surrounding the partnership’s demise swirling over the last few months,…

The Chase Sapphire Reserve^® is one of the best premium travel rewards credit cards available today. There’s one thing missing, however: a lack of hotel status benefits. That is, until now. Cardholders of the Chase Sapphire Reserve card can now…

JetBlue has been around since 2000 and has grown to become a popular airline due to its spacious economy seats, complimentary Wi-Fi, and desirable Mint class cabin (the airline’s business class equivalent). If you fly JetBlue with any level of…

There are some interesting new Amex Offers popping up that are unlike offers we’ve seen before. At first glance, these new offers appear to be for any shopping within specific European countries. However, once you dig into the details, they…

I’ve been deeply involved in the points and miles hobby since 2015, so it’s rather surprising that I just tried American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts for the first time. I’ve always been intrigued by the program but never found…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. This is your last chance to snag the increased welcome bonus offers on Southwest’s 3 co-branded personal credit cards: the Southwest Rapid Rewards^® Plus Credit Card, Southwest Rapid Rewards^®…