You typically get the most value from Chase Ultimate Rewards points when you transfer them to one of the program’s airline or hotel loyalty program partners. Even though the World of Hyatt award charts now have five pricing tiers per category instead of three, the program remains one of the best Chase transfer partners. So, … Read more
The American Express® Gold Card makes TPG’s top charts yearly as one of the best cards for dining at restaurants. It comes with food-focused bonus categories and a slate of other valuable perks that can help you save big — whether at home or on the road. While the annual fee is $325 (see rates … Read more
It’s a big day in the world of hotel loyalty, as World of Hyatt — long revered as the most valuable hotel program out there — has officially launched its new award charts. While the changes were first announced in February, the updated pricing appears to be live across the portfolio. And unfortunately, this also … Read more
World of Hyatt is one of the only major hotel loyalty programs that still maintains award charts. Although the program uses dynamic pricing for Mr & Mrs Smith properties, it still publishes and uses fixed award charts for the others. The program also maintains different award charts for all-inclusive resorts and Miraval resorts. On May … Read more
Seven years ago, budget airlines were on a roll. With rock-bottom fares and tons of flights to vacation hot spots, ultra-low-cost carriers like Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines raked in cash by wooing travelers with the chance to fly for less than the cost of a meal out — especially if you could fit all … Read more
We often cover which credit cards to get, when cards have the best-ever bonuses, how to maximize various card perks, and more. And it’s for good reason. Rewards credit cards can unlock the ability to travel more for less. I should know: I currently have 25 open card accounts, and each serves a purpose in … Read more
