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Our Apologies to Blog Subscribers (Dealing with Technical Issues)

April 5, 2017 By Leana Leave a Comment

Hey, y’all! Just wanted to drop a note and say that I’m sorry that our last post wasn’t delivered to your inbox like it was supposed to. Here it is in case you’ve missed it: Hyatt Has Ruined Me! (by Nancy) It’s a fun read, so definitely check it out. We’ve been dealing with major […]

Hyatt Has Ruined Me!

April 5, 2017 By Nancy 26 Comments

That is, Hyatt has ruined me for other hotel brands. Let me explain. I recently stayed at two non-Hyatt hotels. Why did we change it up? I was low on Hyatt points, and I’m saving my Chase Ultimate Rewards points for our Hawaii trip next year. Therefore, I decided to use other hotel points and/or […]

Last Call on Increased Amex SPG Offer, Plus “Sweet Spot” Redemptions for Normal Family

April 4, 2017 By Leana 13 Comments

Relax, this is not a high-pressure sales pitch post! So, as I’m sure most of you are aware, the increased offers on Amex SPG (personal and business versions) are due to expire tomorrow. So, the question arises: Is this news item a big deal? Yes, it definitely is. SPG points are extremely valuable as well […]

On Losing a Parent and Prioritizing Family Travel

April 3, 2017 By Nancy 23 Comments

This post is a bit of a deviation from our normal content. It has nothing and yet everything to do with miles and points. My dad passed away a few weeks ago. While not completely unexpected, it happened months sooner than we expected. Last summer, my dad developed gastroparesis, a rare chronic condition with no […]

Venturing Beyond All-Inclusive Resort: History, Art and Horticulture of Jamaica

March 31, 2017 By Leana 7 Comments

There is a stigma attached to an all-inclusive type vacation. Namely, that it’s for simpleton folks who are not interested in the culture of the place they are visiting. Those who just want to lay on the beach and drink margarita. Well, I’ve got news for you! You can actually do both. We did. In […]

Using Club Carlson Points on Soviet Era Hotels

March 30, 2017 By Leana 21 Comments

To me, one of the best things about miles and points hobby is being able to share the gift of travel with family and friends. I know it sounds corny, but it gives me a fuzzy feeling when I’m able to live vicariously through someone else’s trip. Of course, you can always give money to […]