Are Points and Miles Getting Worse? What Today’s Award Travel Devaluations Really Mean

At this point, it feels like a natural but necessary question that needs an answer: are points and miles getting worse?

Singapore Airlines Blocks Award Search For Some, Why It’s Troublesome

There are new reports out that Singapore Airlines blocks award search results if you aren’t loyal enough, leading to potential issues.

We missed it when Hilton Honors first adjusted the prices in 2026, but yet again awards are going up in price and we’re incredulous.

Starting July 2026, certain Hyatt elite members and cardmembers have early access to booking awards with points, creating a new benefit.

Let’s go through the process of establishing a value for a Hyatt point, both before and after the impactful 2026 devaluation.

Bilt Rewards adds I Prefer Hotel Rewards and we think it’s an excellent addition that makes Bilt points worth holding.

Yet another award program is introducing new higher award pricing for luxury properties–this time it’s Wyndham Rewards’ turn.

Ever wonder how hotels get reimbursed on award stays using points? Let’s spend a moment talking about the economics of how it works.