Check out the Points Mom’s Favorite Cards Here Featured Credit Card Comparisons and Reviews
When planning our Uncruise Alaskan cruise, I knew one thing for sure: I didn’t want to land the same day our ship was scheduled to depart. Even though the cruise wasn’t leaving until late afternoon, it felt too risky. Delays happen, and missing the ship just wasn’t something I was
One of the most rewarding parts of the points and miles game is when you line up that perfect redemption—where you use your hard-earned points to score a luxury experience that would’ve cost thousands out of pocket. I’ve had some truly incredible redemptions over the years, but my stay at Alila Ventana Big
By Karina E. I recently spent a few days in Nashville, TN, visiting my good friends Nancy and Rob, who just made the move down south. Let me tell you when you’ve got locals showing you around who already know all the hot spots, you’re in for an unforgettable time.
Sometimes, a points redemption is so good it feels almost criminal. That’s exactly how I feel about the insane deal I locked in for Rob’s birthday weekend in April at Miraval Berkshires—one of Hyatt’s top-tier all-inclusive wellness resorts. Here’s the breakdown: I booked a two-night stay for 65,000 Hyatt points per night,
I was so excited. My Business Platinum Card® from American Express offers a $50 Hilton statement credit per quarter for purchases at any Hilton property (benefit enrollment required). Even better, Rob and I each have the Business Platinum, meaning we had a cool $100 to spend on something fun. Naturally, I pictured us sitting at the gorgeous
I’m writing this from the stunning Oceana Santa Monica, where I just scored an incredible two-night stay that would have cost $2,784—for free! And no, I didn’t even use points. Instead, I leveraged the Free Night Awards that come with mine and Rob’s Hilton Honors American Express Aspire® Cards. Why
One of the most valuable perks of being a Hyatt Globalist is the ability to share the benefits with others through Guest of Honor (GOH) awards. As a frequent traveler who maximizes points and status benefits, I’ve found these awards to be incredibly useful—especially when planning trips for my family.
This year marks a big shift for our family—our three kids all have new jobs in NYC, with two starting this summer. Because of their limited time off, our usual long and exotic December vacation is no longer an option. Instead, we have about four days to play with over
This past weekend, we stayed at the Park Hyatt Chicago for a quick getaway, and while the trip was lovely overall, we had one of those mornings where everything went hilariously wrong—but somehow, it worked out in the end. The Coffee Conundrum It all started when Rob decided to order
This past weekend, I enjoyed a somewhat spontaneous escape to Chicago, where I stayed at the luxurious Park Hyatt Chicago. It was quite an indulgent trip, but one that perfectly showcased the power of points and miles. The main reason for my visit? A Saturday night dinner at Oriole with
Sign up for our newsletter
Follow Me
Advertising Disclosure: ThePointsMom.com has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. ThePointsMom.com and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers.
Editorial Note: The editorial content on this site is not provided by the companies whose products are featured. Any opinions, analyses, reviews or evaluations provided here are those of the author’s alone, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by the Advertiser.
© THE POINTS MOM 2025, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Get the Points Mom Newsletter
OR
Find out the best card for you with a 15 minute call with Cindy for FREE!
Advertising Disclosure: ThePointsMom.com has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. ThePointsMom.com and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers.
Editorial Note: The editorial content on this site is not provided by the companies whose products are featured. Any opinions, analyses, reviews or evaluations provided here are those of the author’s alone, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by the Advertiser.
