Starwood Preferred Guest has announced their first promotion of 2016. We’ll need to wait to see how it compares with other promotions, but there’s value here for different types of travelers.
One of the benefits of Inside Flyer (our frequent travel community that used to be called Milepoint) is that representatives of some of the loyalty programs hang out there in an effort to provide help to members with questions. One of the most active…
There have been plenty of big changes in the travel world over the past few weeks. We had changes from American Airlines that we expected, but didn’t expect until next year (maybe that’s hope?). To follow that up, we had Marriott surprise everyone by…
There aren’t many picturesque airport hotels, but the Westin Denver Airport definitely fits the bill. Take a look inside the day before their grand opening.
The Marriott Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest have some key differences. You need to start thinking about the merger now and how to be on the right side of any changes.
Definitely didn’t see this one coming. Marriott has announced the acquisition of Starwood. The members of SPG weep softly.
Lots of great deals this week in North America, Caribbean, Europe and Asia
The Best of the Rest for today includes an awesome redemption to Australia, SPG taking over the SLS in Las Vegas, and AAdvantage promo for Marriott stays and more…..
Is one of my favorite Hyatt benefits enjoying a renaissance, or is this just a bug?
The miles and points game isn’t for everyone. But, if you’re going to collect miles and points it behooves you to understand what they’re worth. Spending on a cash-back credit card has a clear return. It’s defined in the terms of the card agreement. But, miles and points, whether they’re earned from flying, staying in hotels or credit card spend have a variable value. Just like you’d ask how much cash back you get, you should ask how much you can get for miles and points you’re earning. Here are some examples.