How to redeem Marriott Bonvoy points for maximum value
Are you looking to maximize your Marriott Bonvoy points? Aside from redeeming these valuable hotel points for a “free” award stay at one of the program’s many properties around the…
Credit card transfer bonuses (September): 30% bonus to Virgin Red and more
Transfer bonuses can offer lucrative opportunities to maximize your points and miles and work your way toward fantastic award redemptions. You can sometimes get significantly more value from your rewards…
The best credit cards, according to TPG founder Brian Kelly
Since starting The Points Guy in 2010, one of my favorite things is hearing from readers who share incredible stories of how they’ve maximized points over the years. It really…
Alaska Airlines ending earning and redeeming partnership with LATAM, scaling back Singapore Airlines
It’s not all good news for members of Alaska Airlines’ and Hawaiian Airlines’ exciting new Atmos Rewards loyalty program. Atmos Rewards (formerly Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan) has announced significant changes…
Icon of the Seas Curse: Is the World’s Largest Cruise Ship Really Haunted by Bad Luck?
The Icon of the Seas curse has become a hotly debated topic amongst cruise enthusiasts and maritime superstition believers. Since Royal Caribbean’s flagship vessel launched in January 2024, the world’s…
Best ways to use Amex Membership Rewards points, from business-class flights to Europe to budget-friendly hotel stays
It’s no secret that American Express Membership Rewards points are one of our favorite credit card reward currencies. TPG’s August 2025 valuations value Membership Rewards points at 2 cents per…
Singapore KrisFlyer will raise award rates, add dynamic pricing option
Singapore KrisFlyer is the latest airline loyalty program to devalue. Effective Nov. 1, the program will soon increase award rates for its own flights, partner flights and cabin upgrades. The…
Is the Southwest Premier Business worth the annual fee?
Small business owners who regularly fly Southwest might consider applying for one of the airline’s two business cards. If this sounds like you, now might be a good time to…
Finding the Best Cruise Ship: How Different Ship Types Define Your Perfect Voyage
When searching for the best cruise ship for your holiday, the answer isn’t as straightforward as you might expect. The definition of “best” depends entirely on what type of cruising…
9 cool hotels for leaf peeping, from Central Park to the Rocky Mountains
Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here. In the fall, few things are more magical than a scenic drive down a tree-lined road…