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
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Here’s My 2019 Hotel Wishlist
Shae and I spent all of 2018 living in hotels and Airbnbs while on our 50 state road trip. As a result, we've stayed in more than 50 different properties and have been extremely fortunate to not have any terrible stays. Well, other than the septic tank backing up in one … [Read more...] about Here’s My 2019 Hotel Wishlist
Hotel Review: Aloft Tulsa Downtown
After spending five nights at the Hyatt Regency Tulsa using points, we moved about 1/2 mile to stay at the Aloft Tulsa Downtown for four nights. We did this as they had a low paid rate which, when combined with an Amex Offer, meant it was worth paying for those nights rather … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Aloft Tulsa Downtown
Hotel Review: Residence Inn Oklahoma City South
After spending a couple of months in Illinois while on our 5 year, 50 state road trip, our next state was Oklahoma. Our first stop in the Sooner State was its state capital, Oklahoma City. The best hotel option for our budget was the Residence Inn Oklahoma City South as it was … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Residence Inn Oklahoma City South
Review: TownePlace Suites Chicago Naperville, IL
Shae and her mom's birthdays are a day apart, so her mom and stepdad came to visit us in Illinois so that they could celebrate their birthdays together. One of the things they'd planned for their birthdays was an introduction to mermaid swimming class - tails and all! One of … [Read more...] about Review: TownePlace Suites Chicago Naperville, IL
How To Find Each Hotel’s Pet Policy
When you're traveling with a pet, it can be hard to find hotels to stay at. Not all hotels accept pets and those that do have different pet policies. Some allow dogs up to 80 lbs, whereas others only accept dogs up to 20 lbs. Most don't accept cats, although a few do. Some … [Read more...] about How To Find Each Hotel’s Pet Policy
Review: Delta Hotel Ottawa City Centre
After spending a few days in Montreal, we made our way on to Ottawa. We'd originally booked a two night stay at an Airbnb, but I subsequently realized I had a free night certificate that was due to expire within a couple of weeks from one of Marriott's promotions last year. I … [Read more...] about Review: Delta Hotel Ottawa City Centre
Review: Residence Inn Huntsville, Alabama
For the final five days in Alabama on our 5 year, 50 state road trip, we decided to visit Huntsville. Our best hotel option was the Residence Inn Huntsville as, at the time, it was a category 1 Marriott Rewards property which meant it didn't require many points to stay … [Read more...] about Review: Residence Inn Huntsville, Alabama
Review: Residence Inn Atlanta Norcross Peachtree Corners
After visiting Helton Creek Falls in the morning, we drove down to Atlanta where we were staying for ten nights. We'd booked the Residence Inn Atlanta Norcross Peachtree Corners (one of Marriott's brands) as it was a great deal when using points (more on that later). The … [Read more...] about Review: Residence Inn Atlanta Norcross Peachtree Corners
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