One of the questions people often ask us is, “How much is a point or mile worth?” The true answer varies from point to point and person to person. It also depends on your travel goals and how much you maximize a particular loyalty currency. Still, some rewards are worth more than others, and our…

The secret is out: Secrets Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa, part of World of Hyatt, is now open in the Dominican Republic. Located on Playa Esmeralda, about 63 miles from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), the new all-inclusive resort offers an adults-only experience that can be booked with points. Featuring 500 suites, all with private…

The price of a trip to Europe is going up. The European Union has been planning to roll out a travel authorization for visitors for years now, but it’s finally coming late next year. And before it even gets off the ground, the price has risen pretty dramatically. When it was originally unveiled, the price…

One of the best reasons to apply for a travel rewards card is the welcome offer. By hitting certain minimum spending requirements, you can often earn tens of thousands of points or miles within the first few months of opening a new card. Welcome offers change all the time, and part of any successful travel…

Compared to its competitors, World of Hyatt has fewer credit cards available for applicants. Consider that there are six credit cards from Marriott Bonvoy, four cards from Hilton Honors, three cards from IHG One Rewards and three cards from Wyndham Rewards. While Hyatt has a personal and a business credit card, it lacks a luxury…