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
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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: Sheraton Suites Columbus
While on our way from Athens OH to Mansfield OH, Shae and I needed to find somewhere to stay for one night at the last minute. We were due to be staying with friends in Mansfield, but a family emergency meant we needed to delay our arrival by a day. We have a good stash of … [Read more...] about Review: Sheraton Suites Columbus
Review: Aloft Raleigh NC
Shae and I headed south at Thanksgiving from Virginia to Florida to change our state of domicile ahead of our 50 state road trip. Seeing as that trip's going to last five years, we thought we'd take the opportunity to spend some time with her Dad, so we brought him and our dog … [Read more...] about Review: Aloft Raleigh NC
Hotel Case Study: Increasing Points Earned & Reducing Cash Spent
I mentioned yesterday how we're going to be making ourselves homeless earlier than originally planned. As a result, we needed to book three nights at nearby hotels before we head down to Florida for Thanksgiving. Thankfully the stars aligned, so we were able to take advantage … [Read more...] about Hotel Case Study: Increasing Points Earned & Reducing Cash Spent
How To Earn The Most Free Hotel Nights With SPG
Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) is Starwood Hotels's loyalty scheme for all their brands, which includes Sheraton, Aloft, W and Westin. There are several ways that you can increase the number of Starpoints you earn, as well as a few ways that you can make your points go even … [Read more...] about How To Earn The Most Free Hotel Nights With SPG
Which Brands Are Part Of Each Hotel Chain?
We're going to be living in hotels for the next five years while we're on our 50 state road trip. One of the main ways we can afford to do this is by maximizing each hotel chain's reward scheme. An important part of being able to take advantage of their reward schemes is … [Read more...] about Which Brands Are Part Of Each Hotel Chain?
Guide To SPG: 15 Things To Know
Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) is the loyalty scheme of Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, LLC. Over the years, they've built up a portfolio of more than 1,200 properties and an army of devoted and loyal members of the SPG scheme. Here's our guide to SPG to help you … [Read more...] about Guide To SPG: 15 Things To Know
SPG Platinum Status: The Benefits And How To Get It
This is the fourth post in a series about the different status levels in the Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) loyalty scheme: Preferred Preferred Plus Gold Platinum The top tier of the Starwood Hotels loyalty scheme is Platinum. Here's a list of the extra benefits … [Read more...] about SPG Platinum Status: The Benefits And How To Get It
SPG Gold Status: The Benefits And How To Get It
This is the third post in a series about the different status levels in the Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) loyalty scheme: Preferred Preferred Plus Gold Platinum The third tier of Starwood’s loyalty scheme is SPG Gold status, although it's usually thought of as … [Read more...] about SPG Gold Status: The Benefits And How To Get It