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Hotels · December 11, 2025

Why Your Family Needs a Hotel Credit Card Now

If you’ve ever tried to book hotels for a family trip during spring break or Christmas, you already know the feeling: You’ve planned the flights. You’ve lined up the dates. And then suddenly the hotel search hits you with…$600, $800,…

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Credit Cards · November 13, 2025

Bilt × Rakuten: Your New Pathway for Asia-Pacific Travel With Families

Let’s face it. Online shopping is part of everyday life. From replacing household essentials to finding that perfect gift, it’s fast, convenient, and surprisingly rewarding. But here’s the real question: are you getting paid to shop? If not, meet Rakuten….

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Hotels · August 30, 2025

How To Book Park Hyatt Saigon Without Overspending (3 Day Itinerary Bonus)

After landing from Singapore on Vietnam Airlines Business Class, fresh off my Etihad First Apartment ride, I stepped into Vietnam with a mix of excitement and nostalgia. A decade ago, I was here almost every month for work in apparel…

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Airlines, Hotels, Oceania · May 29, 2025

The Perfect 10-Day New Zealand Itinerary For First Time Families

Some trips leave a mark. Others pull you back to places that already live inside you. For me, New Zealand is both. It was the first international destination I ever visited outside my birthplace. I’ve always held onto those memories,…

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Americas, Asia, Europe, Hotels · March 18, 2025

9 Luxury Hyatt Hotels Families Should Book Now

Every year, Hyatt reshuffles its award chart, shifting hotels between categories. If you’ve ever spent time carefully saving up points for Hyatt’s loyalty programs for a dream stay, only to find out it now costs more world of hyatt points, you know how…

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Hotels · February 11, 2025

MaxMyPoint: How To Best Find Hotel Award Availability

If you are a family traveler who enjoys staying at luxury hotels by using points, you have likely encountered a significant challenge, such as finding available award nights at top-tier properties. Award availability at high-end hotels is often limited, requiring…

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Asia, Hotels, North America, Oceania · February 5, 2025

5 Best Places You Can Plan Last Minute For Valentine’s Day Getaway

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, but there’s still time to plan an unforgettable escape! Whether you’re dreaming of a romantic retreat, a best-friends getaway, or a luxurious winter-to-spring family adventure, award travel makes it easier than ever to turn points…

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Hotels · December 11, 2024

Is Booking Mr & Mrs Smith Hotels with Hyatt Points Worth It? A Complete Guide

If you’re a fan of Hyatt’s loyalty program, World of Hyatt (WoH), you’ve probably noticed some big changes over the past year. With partnerships like MGM Resorts and Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) coming to an end, Hyatt’s…

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Asia, Hotels, Japan · October 24, 2024

The Best Summer For Family: Park Hyatt Niseko Review

Are you ready for family hikes and an unforgettable mother-daughter ziplining adventure? Let me take you through our stay at the luxurious Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono (Hokkaido, Japan) and show how we made it happen using points. While the rest…

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Asia, Hotels, Japan · October 16, 2024

Where To Stay In Japan? Here Are 5 Best Category 1-4 Hyatt Hotels For Families.

The latest welcome bonus from Marriott and Chase are almost impossible to resist. Marriott is rolling out 5x 50,000-point free night certificates as a sign-up bonus for the Amex Marriott Bonvoy Business credit card, while Chase World of Hyatt credit…

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Hotels · September 20, 2024

Unlock 60% Savings With These Top 4 Hotel Loyalty Programs

Think hotel stays have to be expensive? Think again! I have shared how to save 50% in the hotel accommodation when I planned our award travel with my family this summer. With a simple shift in your approach, you could…

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Hotels, New Zealand, Oceania · July 22, 2024

How to best plan your stay in Park Hyatt Auckland?

Auckland, New Zealand, is our first stop on a 7-week Pacific adventure. Unfortunately, finding points-redeemable accommodations in New Zealand can be challenging. However, Auckland does boast a few award-winning hotels owned by international chains. Park Hyatt Auckland stands out as…

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I'm Maria—an award travel writer, miles & points strategist, coach, and speaker. Since 2019, I've been all about planning for families of 4, just like yours! My gig is helping "self-defined" families chase and achieve their points travel dreams. Thanks a bunch for dropping by!

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