Just when many Hyatt loyalists were feeling disappointed about the 2026 award chart changes, Hyatt slipped in a piece of good news that could be valuable for travelers who like to plan ahead. Starting June 30, 2026, World of Hyatt will offer exclusive early access to award-night availability for certain members. That means some travelers […]

If you’ve been considering a new credit card, you’re checking in the right place! We have plenty of great offers to let you know about this month. Whether you want to earn free hotel stays, rack up airline miles, or earn transferable points you could use for both, these elevated offers are worth a closer […]

Bilt’s June Rent Day lineup is packed this month. On June 1, Bilt members can transfer Bilt Points to TAP Air Portugal Miles&Go with a bonus of up to 125%, depending on their Bilt elite status. But this month’s Rent Day lineup isn’t just about transfers. Members can also play Bilt’s Madonna-themed Rent Free game, […]

Cara sent us this heartwarming story that you will love!! Points and miles helped her return to some cities with special meaning to her family.     Hey Pam!  I shared a bit about this in the Facebook group when I got back, but there is so much more to the story.  I hope this […]

Last chance to earn up to 150,000 bonus miles—75,000 miles once you spend $7,500 in the first 3 months, and an additional 75,000 miles once you spend $30,000 in the first 6 months. Offer Ends June 8, 2026! One of the most common concerns we hear is, “What happens when I run out of credit […]

Alex, Jess, and I recently returned from our annual squad trip. After our stay in Budapest, we went to Istanbul. Jess and I had been there separately before, but it was Alex’s first trip. We were there on a holiday weekend, so sadly, it meant a lot of time in taxis getting around.  Flights from […]

Every year, Alex, Jess, and I take two trips together. One is in December, when we plan for the upcoming year. The other is in April, when we just go somewhere fun and celebrate the joy that points and miles have brought into our lives. This year we chose Budapest and Istanbul!   Flights to […]

Some hotels impress you. Others make you stop in your tracks. Párisi Udvar Hotel Budapest falls firmly into the second category. Right in the center of Budapest, it feels less like a hotel and more like a movie set. We mentioned The Great Gatsby on occasion. When I first walked in after traveling for over […]

When Hyatt first announced its 2026 award category changes, many of us immediately braced for the worst. If you’ve been in the points and miles world long enough, you dread hearing anything about a change to this wonderful hobby. And yes, there are definitely some losses this year. But after digging through the changes, we […]

What was it really like traveling through Budapest and Istanbul on points and miles? In this episode, the Points Talk Squad shares highlights from their latest trip, including how they booked their flights with points, the hotels they stayed at, and the experiences that surprised them most. The Squad breaks down the full travel experience, […]

Karen sent us her reader success story of taking multiple trips to Hawaii—something she never thought was possible! Here’s her story: In 2023, my husband and I did something we once thought was impossible: we went to Hawaii. Stepping off the plane in Kona, HI, we were in awe of being in Hawaii. We even […]

JetBlue and United have officially launched reciprocal elite benefits as part of their “Blue Sky” partnership, giving loyal travelers more perks when flying on either airline. The new benefits began rolling out this week and expand on the partnership the airlines first announced last year. Now, United MileagePlus Premier members and JetBlue Mosaic members can […]

If you run a business, side hustle, or even a growing content brand, the right business credit card can quietly become one of your best travel tools. That’s why so many points and miles fans keep coming back to the American Express® Business Gold Card. And in a world where travel costs keep climbing, having […]

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Chase cardholders have an all-new way to earn a huge stash of bonus Ultimate Rewards®, and it involves a digital wallet you’ve probably never heard of before. Through Dec. 31, 2026, eligible Chase cardholders can earn an additional 10 points per dollar spent, on up to $1,500 in purchases each month, when checking out online […]

Six weeks in Europe with kids sounds expensive, and it definitely can be. Flights alone could easily run a few thousand dollars per person, and that’s before you even think about hotels, trains or the inevitable “we need snacks right now” moments. But this is exactly the kind of trip points and miles were made […]

What if you could earn rewards on your rent or even mortgage payments? In this episode, Alex, Jess, and Pam break down everything you need to know about Bilt Rewards, including the different card options, how to earn points, and how to redeem them. They also discuss how to decide if this program is worth […]

Points and miles have often made my dreams come true. Business-class flights, luxury hotels, and beach vacations whenever I want are things I never thought would be possible. But in addition to that, points and miles can also make a five-year-old’s dreams come true, and luckily, I got to tag along. My youngest grandchild, Noah, […]

One of my favorite Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card’s perks is officially going away. Chase has confirmed that the card’s 10% anniversary points bonus will end on Oct. 1, 2026. The benefit was originally introduced during the card’s 2021 refresh and rewarded cardholders with a bonus of Ultimate Rewards® equal to 10% of their total purchases […]

Jennae sent us her reader success story where she traveled to Europe in luxury for $4,940 – retail value $44,000! Here’s her story:   I just returned from a 15-day dream European vacation with my family of four, and let me tell you—points and miles absolutely changed the game for us. Here’s a breakdown of […]

Rove just made its rewards program a little more interesting. The company just added Air Canada Aeroplan to its repertoire of transfer partners and launched a 25% transfer bonus to celebrate the addition. If you already use Aeroplan for flight awards, this is your chance to stretch your Rove miles a bit further. The new […]