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Affiliate Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. I only recommend products and services I trust and believe will benefit you. Part of my 10 Days in Peru with Kids series. Read the […]

Most people think Wyndham is just Super 8 and Days Inn. It might be the most underrated family travel program in the entire points and miles world. Here is the reason: Wyndham Rewards uses flat pricing instead of the dynamic pricing that most hotel programs have moved to, and one flat price covers the whole […]

Most people write off Choice Hotels as a Comfort Inn off the highway. In the United States, that reputation is fair. But cross an ocean and Choice Privileges quietly becomes one of the most valuable and underrated hotel programs for families traveling on points. Internationally, your Choice points unlock design hotels in Oslo, central business […]

Marriott Bonvoy is the largest hotel rewards program in the world, and if you are new to points and miles, that size works in your favor. With over 8,000 hotels across more than 30 brands, there is almost always a Marriott where you want to go, whether that is a suite near a national park, […]

Understanding how IHG One Rewards works, from earning points to redeeming them for free hotel nights, can completely change how much you spend on travel. IHG is one of the easiest hotel loyalty programs to book with points, with everything from Holiday Inn to Kimpton and InterContinental under one roof. In this guide I will […]

This post contains affiliate links. I may earn a commission when you apply for a card, at no cost to you. You already know Hyatt. You know Hilton. But there is a whole world of stunning, independent boutique hotels that most people never think to book with points. That changes today. Every property in this […]

All-inclusive resorts in Mexico can be shockingly expensive when you pay cash, especially for families booking multiple rooms during school breaks. The good news? You can still book Hyatt all-inclusive resorts in Mexico using points. But Hyatt made major changes to its award chart in May 2026, and almost everything you may have read about […]

If you’ve spent time in Kansas City (or live here like me), you know how special this place is. But did you know you can use points and miles to experience it all without breaking the bank? Whether you’re visiting or exploring KC for the first time, you can enjoy everything from BBQ to cultural […]

For my husband’s 40th birthday, we decided to throw together a last-minute trip to Napa Valley—and wow, it turned out to be one of the best decisions we made! Napa is the perfect destination if you love great wine, delicious food, and scenic views. And the best part? I was able to use points and […]