One of the ways we're able to afford living in hotels on our road trip is by earning as many hotel points as possible. We then maximize those points as best we can to get as many free nights as possible. Trying to maximize our points when redeeming them means that there are … [Read more...] about Living In Hotels: These Are The Credit Cards We Use To Pay For Stays
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My 2020 Credit Card, Hotel & Airline Predictions
For the last couple of years, I've made predictions at the end of the year for what I think might change with hotel and airline loyalty programs, along with travel credit cards. My results haven't been great as I only scored 2/7 last year and got the same score the year before … [Read more...] about My 2020 Credit Card, Hotel & Airline Predictions
My 2019 Credit Card, Hotel & Airline Predictions – Here’s How I Did
At the end of last year I made seven predictions for what I thought 2019 would bring in the world of hotel and airline loyalty programs, along with travel credit cards. You can check out the original predictions list here where I also explained the reasons why I thought each … [Read more...] about My 2019 Credit Card, Hotel & Airline Predictions – Here’s How I Did
My Credit Card, Airline & Hotel Loyalty Scheme Predictions For 2019
In December 2017, I made seven predictions relating to what I thought 2018 would bring when it came to credit cards and hotel loyalty schemes. I didn't do very well. Despite only getting a couple of those predictions correct, I figured I'd see if I could do better for the … [Read more...] about My Credit Card, Airline & Hotel Loyalty Scheme Predictions For 2019
My 2018 Credit Card & Hotel Predictions – Here’s How I Did
In December 2017, I made seven predictions of what I thought would happen with credit cards and hotel loyalty schemes during 2018. Several other blogs were doing the same thing, so I thought it'd be fun to gaze into my crystal ball as well. Now that it's almost 2019, it's time … [Read more...] about My 2018 Credit Card & Hotel Predictions – Here’s How I Did
We’re Going To Bali For 10 Nights For (Almost) Free – Here’s How
Shae and I are super-excited as we recently booked a trip to Bali to celebrate our 15th anniversary next year. Our 10 night stay at a Bali beachside resort is made even better by the fact that we've paid for the entire trip using points and miles. Our only cost is ~$130 to pay … [Read more...] about We’re Going To Bali For 10 Nights For (Almost) Free – Here’s How
2.5 Million Hotel Points: Here’s How We Earned Them
A couple of weeks ago, I shared how we planned to use the 2.5 million hotel points we'd saved up before leaving on our 50 state road trip. After publishing that post, I realized it might be helpful to explain how we did that. After all, 2.5 million points is a significant … [Read more...] about 2.5 Million Hotel Points: Here’s How We Earned Them
My 2018 Predictions: Credit Cards & Hotel Loyalty Schemes
Doctor of Credit had an interesting post the other day assessing his predictions for what would happen with travel-related credit cards in 2017. Now that I have a blog, I thought it'd be interesting to do a similar bit of speculating. I've dusted off my crystal ball and peered … [Read more...] about My 2018 Predictions: Credit Cards & Hotel Loyalty Schemes
What’s The Best Credit Card To Use For Hyatt Hotel Stays?
If you pay for your hotel stays, using a credit card that offers bonus points is a great way to increase how many points you earn during your stay. The best card to use differs based on which hotel chain you're staying at. We're therefore publishing this series to explain the … [Read more...] about What’s The Best Credit Card To Use For Hyatt Hotel Stays?
What’s The Best Credit Card To Use For Marriott Hotel Stays?
Using a credit card that offers bonus points is a great way to increase how many points you earn for your hotel stays. The best card to use differs based on which hotel chain you're staying at. We're therefore publishing this series to explain the best card to use with each … [Read more...] about What’s The Best Credit Card To Use For Marriott Hotel Stays?