We’ve known about the impending World of Hyatt award pricing changes but now we finally learn about the category changes.
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Trip Introduction: Springtime in the Land of Fire and Ice
Our latest adventure took us to Iceland, the land of fire and ice, home of everlasting winter mixed with plenty of volcanic activity.
Continue readingIt’s Back! Delta Elite Status (MQD) From Stays, Cars, and Cruises
It’s time for another short-lived promotion to earn Delta elite status (MQD) from hotel stays, car rentals, and cruises, but why not make it permanent?
Continue readingCan You Gift Free Nights to Others? A Guide By Hotel Chain
The question comes up from time to time, but let’s address it straight up: can you gift free nights to someone else or is it not allowed?
Continue readingWyndham Grand Clearwater Beach: A Great Resort by the Beach
A quick visit to the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach turned out to be a nice, affordable beach vacation half an hour outside Tampa.
Continue readingI Prefer Hotel Rewards: Why You Might Prefer Them Too
We’ve covered some obscure hotel programs, but I Prefer Hotel Rewards has the potential to be one of the best… if you’re fine with cash copays on awards.
Continue readingHayes Mansion San Jose: A Historic-Looking Hilton in the Suburbs
The Hayes Mansion San Jose is a Hilton Curio Collection hotel situated outside the hustle and bustle of the city and nestled in a quiet area.
Continue readingDid You Know: Free Cash Back on Hotel Stays (2026)
Cash back portals are a good idea for your online shopping trips, but it can be easy to overlook that it works with some hotel stays too.
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