Earn Hotel Elite Status Without the Stays: The Best Shortcuts by Program by Michelle Molloy and Harrison Pierce February 5, 2026 43 The traditional route to elite status, earning the base number of points or night credits needed for each elite tier within a hotel chain, requires a substantial investment of time and money. Thankfully, there are several options that will allow you to get hotel elite status for free — or nearly free.
Hyatt Bonus Journeys: Register to Earn up to 28,000 Bonus Points on Stays Through April 15 by Skye Class and Miguel Rueda February 3, 2026 4 It’s back! World of Hyatt just launched its first Bonus Journeys promotion for 2026. After registering, members can earn up to 28,000 bonus points on eligible stays through April 15, 2026. Here are all the details and the link to register.
All the Mid-Tier Hotel Elite Statuses, Their Benefits, And How to Earn Them (Even Without Stays) by Senitra Horbrook and Harrison Pierce February 2, 2026 3 Mid-tier hotel elite status grants perks like free breakfast, room upgrades, bonus points, and more — making it a sweet spot in many hotel loyalty programs. Best of all, many programs offer shortcuts to getting mid-tier elite status through credit card perks and tie-ins with other loyalty programs. Here are our favorite mid-tier hotel elite statuses and how to get them.
Hyatt New Hotels Bonus Offer: Earn 500 Extra Points per Night at These 44 Properties by Tyler Glatt February 1, 2026 67 To incentivize World of Hyatt members to fill new hotels, Hyatt offers members 500 bonus points for staying at new hotels within the first few months after opening. Here's how you can take advantage of this promotion, plus the 12 new properties added in February 2026.
Chase Just Launched a 50% Transfer Bonus From Ultimate Rewards to Marriott Bonvoy. Worth It? by JT Genter February 1, 2026 32 Chase just launched a new 50% transfer bonus when you transfer Chase points to Marriott Bonvoy®. Now through February 28, 2026, you’ll get 1,500 Marriott points for every 1,000 Chase points you transfer. But is this transfer bonus worth it? Here's what to know.
Best Western Promotions: Earn 2,600 Bonus Points per Stay and $50 Gift Cards Every 3 Nights by Skye Class January 31, 2026 28 If you’re planning a Best Western stay soon, there are two promotions worth considering. The first offers 2,600 bonus points on every stay through May 10, 2026, as long as you register and book by February 1, 2026. The second promotion awards a $50 gift card after completing three nights. Here's how to register.
Preferred Hotels Promotions: Double Points and Up to 30% Off by Harrison Pierce and Skye Class January 30, 2026 2 If you're planning a stay at a Preferred Hotel, now’s a great time to maximize your rewards. The I Prefer program is currently offering double points on eligible stays, 2,500 bonus points at new Preferred Hotels properties, and up to 30% off stays of two or more nights. You can also earn 250 bonus points by voting for your favorite hotel.
Hyatt Is Adding a New All-Inclusive Brand to Its Portfolio in March — Here’s What to Know by Harrison Pierce January 28, 2026 0 Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts are set to join the World of Hyatt loyalty program. That means members will soon be able to earn and redeem World of Hyatt points on stays at 22 all-inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Jamaica, and Spain. Here's what you need to know.
World of Hyatt Promotions: Earn up to 50,000 Bonus Points on Stays at Select Brands by Skye Class January 21, 2026 96 Everyone loves earning World of Hyatt bonus points. And if you’re looking to boost your balance, Hyatt is currently running a few offers that can help you do just that. The first offers up to 50k bonus points on stays at two brands, while the second offers up to 30k points on Hyatt Vacation Club stays. Here’s how to register.
Accor ALL Hotel Promotions: Up to 30% Off, 4k Bonus Points, 4X at New Hotels, and More by Skye Class January 19, 2026 28 Planning an Accor stay and want to make it cheaper — or simply more rewarding? Current Accor promotions, including the new winter sale, offer members up to 30% off at select properties, 4,000 bonus points with three stays, and 4X points at new properties worldwide. Here's how to register for these offers.
Apartment Collection by Hilton: What to Know About Hilton’s Newest Extended-Stay Brand by Skye Class January 16, 2026 0 Hilton just announced the newest addition to its portfolio: the Apartment Collection by Hilton. In partnership with Placemakr, these furnished apartments will provide travelers with a home-away-from-home. These apartments help to fill the growing demand for staycations and amenities not offered by typical hotel brands.
Las Vegas Resort Fees in 2026: What’s Still Waived — and Where by Anthony Cave January 13, 2026 1 Resort fees do not have to be the status quo in 2026, especially in Las Vegas. We reached out to several properties in and around the Las Vegas Strip about their plans -- or lack thereof -- for chargiresort fees in the New Year.
Best Hilton Honors Points Redemptions for Budget Stays in the U.S., Europe, and Beyond by Tyler Glatt January 10, 2026 24 Hilton has a massive global portfolio of hotels and resorts, including plenty of budget-friendly properties you can book with points. So, which Hilton hotels offer the best value for your Hilton Honors points? Let’s take a look at the top 10 options that won’t break the bank.
Hotel Promotions Roundup: Free Nights and Bonus Points with Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt, GHA, & More by Skye Class January 8, 2026 33 Do you find it difficult to track all the hotel promotions that are currently available? Considering how many there are, we don't blame you — but we've got you covered. In this article, we've rounded up the dozens of hotel promotions available through major hotel loyalty programs, including all the new promotions for this month.
Latest Marriott Promotions: Bonus Points at All-Inclusive Resorts, Regional, and Targeted Offers by Skye Class December 31, 2025 140 Even though Marriott is currently between global promotions, Bonvoy® members still have plenty of brand and hotel-specific promotions they can take advantage of. Members can earn up to 15,000 bonus points with 4+ night stays at all-inclusive resorts, up to 5,000 bonus points per stay at specific hotels and regions, and more.
How to Use the Chase Sapphire Reserve and Sapphire Reserve Business $500 Annual The Edit Hotel Credit by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea December 25, 2025 5 The Chase Sapphire Reserve® and Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ each offer an up-to-$500 a year The Edit hotel statement credit. Here's what you need to know about the credit, which cards include it and, most importantly, how to use it for full value.
Subscribe to Accor+ Explorer for 2,000 Bonus Points — and Score Perks at Select Accor Hotels by Skye Class January 1, 2026 1 For a limited time, Accor Live Limitless (ALL) members can sign up for a new Accor+ Explorer subscription and receive 2,000 bonus points. This deal applies solely to the Explorer membership, which includes enhanced benefits for stays in the Asia Pacific. Here are the details.
Virgin Hotels Promotion: Book Award Stays at Select Properties from 15k Transferable Points by Skye Class and Sam Helmy December 14, 2025 0 If you've been buiolding up your Virgin Points, you might like these new Virgin Hotel promotions. Currently, Virgin Red members can book award nights at select Virgin Hotels in the U.S. for as few as 20,000 points per night. Here are the details and how to get the best value from your points.
IHG Is Ending Its Friends & Family Rate — Here’s What’s Replacing It by Anthony Cave December 11, 2025 0 IHG's Friends & Family Rate, a discount on cash stays for family and friends of full-time IHG employees, is being replaced with IHG One Pass. However, there's a catch that may impact future bookings. A cap using the new rate may end up restricting both flexibility and discounts.
GHA Discovery Promotion: Earn up to $825 on 2+ Night Stays at Multiple Brands Through May 2026 by Skye Class December 9, 2025 0 GHA DISCOVERY, the loyalty program of the Global Hotel Alliance, currently has a promotion offering up to D$825 in rewards for stays across different brands through May 31, 2026. GHA has over 50 brands. The more you stay at, the more you earn. Here are the details of this lucrative promotion.
10 Best Hilton Honors Points Redemptions for Luxury Stays: Hawaii, the Maldives, and More by Tyler Glatt November 26, 2025 35 Hilton has an incredible portfolio of hotels dotted all over the world. And making up a part of that portfolio are some of the most aspirational properties you can book with points. So, which Hilton luxury properties offer the best value for your Hilton Honors points? Let's take a look at the top 10 hotels.
Book Soon: Earn Triple Emirates Skywards Miles on IHG Stays With This New Promotion by Skye Class December 1, 2025 0 It's getting increasingly hard to earn Emirates Skywards miles, but if you need to top off your balance, booking an IHG stay or two might help. After registration, Skywards members can earn triple miles on IHG stays booked by November 30, 2025, and completed by February 28, 2026. Here are the details and how to register for this limited-time offer.
Stay Vancouver Promotion: Book a Two-Night Stay In Vancouver & Get Up to a C$250 Gift Card by Skye Class November 17, 2025 0 Stay Vancouver Hotels just relaunched its popular promotions offering travelers a prepaid Mastercard up to C$250 (~US$178) for a two-night hotel stay in Vancouver, Canada, through March 31, 2026. This is a huge rebate on hotel stays in Vancouver, Canada. Here's how it works.
From Co-Brand Products to Flexible Rewards: The 9 Best Hotel Credit Cards With No Annual Fee by Tyler Glatt and Harrison Pierce November 16, 2025 34 Hotel credit cards can offer many perks: automatic elite status, free night certificates, elevated earning rates at hotels in that program, and more. However, the fanciest perks are typically attached to credit cards with expensive annual fees. Looking at the other end of the spectrum, there are hotel credit cards with no annual fee. What do they offer? Should you add one to your wallet? Let's find out.
AvGeek Delight: Marriott’s Corendon Apartments Amsterdam Schiphol Airport by JT Genter November 16, 2025 0 Did you know that a Marriott Bonvoy property near Amsterdam Schiphol has a retired KLM 747 onsite that you can see from many rooms, walk under and even tour daily? Here's what it's like staying at the Residence Inn part of this property.
GHA Discovery Launches Limited-Time Status Match Offer to Platinum and Titanium Status by Harrison Pierce December 5, 2025 0 For a limited time, you can request a status match into the GHA Discovery loyalty program. Benefits include room upgrades, flexible check-in and checkout, and cash back in the form of Discovery Dollars. Here's how to find out if you're eligible to participate in the status match, and how to fill out your application.
Bab Samhan Hotel Review: A Luxurious Marriott Property Off Riyadh’s Beaten Path by Tyler Glatt November 9, 2025 0 The Bab Samhan Hotel is a relatively new addition to Marriott’s Luxury Collection. It’s a distinctive property, and the combination of its scenic setting, warm service, and excellent dining made this stay one to remember. This was my first time staying at a Luxury Collection hotel, and it didn’t disappoint. Here’s a look inside the property.
How and Why to Use AwardWallet’s Hotel Research Tool to Compare Points Options by JT Genter November 8, 2025 1 Planning a trip and want to compare options across hotel loyalty programs? AwardWallet's got a tool for that! Here's how the AwardWallet Hotel Research Tool works and how you can use it to uncover solid redemptions.
Hyatt Centric Malta Quick Review: A Category 2 Gem With a Club Lounge and Excellent Redemption Rates by JT Genter October 19, 2025 0 The Hyatt Centric Malta is a compelling Category 2 property in the small European nation of Malta that opened in 2024. Here's our review of the property, including its club lounge, pools and one-bedroom suite with terrace.
Ghosts, Ghouls, and Points: The 9 Best Haunted Hotels You Can Book With Points by Brie Bash and Toni Southam October 13, 2025 28 Halloween is nearly upon us, and all the spooky feels are in the air. And what’s better than spending your All Hallow’s Eve at a haunted hotel? Doing it with points, of course! Here's a list of nine haunted hotels you can book with points.
