Hang Up, Call Again: Saturday Travel Tip
I spend a lot of time thinking about points, miles, and travel. As part of this, I get really into the weeds, thinking about…
Impressions Flying Alaska Airlines for the First Time
I have long been an American Airlines elite member. In 2016-2018, I was a Platinum or Gold, and then re-earned Gold status towards the…
Thompson – Washington, DC Review
Taking a break from writing about my epic trip to the Maldives & Rome, I’m going to write some other fun trips I’ve done…
Give It Another Shot: Saturday Travel Tip
There are many times when something doesn’t always go as expected when traveling. Maybe it’s a destination where you had grand expectations, and it…
Hyatt & Peloton Announce New Partnership
Over the past few years, I’ve gone on a fitness journey that I’m quite proud of. In December of 2021, I weighted 256 pounds…
Andaz Miami Beach (The Confidante) Shares First Renovation Photos
One of my favorite hotels that could be booked with points was The Confidante by Hyatt. Located in the the Mid-Beach area of Miami…
Thoughts on Hyatt’s Integration of Mr. & Mrs. Smith
I love Hyatt hotels (see a 6 part review of the Park Hyatt Maldives starting here). I’ve been a top-tier Globalist for about 5…
Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa: Service
For my sixth(!!!) and final installment of my review of the Park Hyatt Maldives, I want to review the service of its employees. I’ll…
Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa Review: Activities
So far, I’ve gone over how to get there, the two different types of rooms we stayed in (here and here), and the food…
Free Chicken Sandwich at Shake Shack on Sundays in April, Pair with American Express Gold
When I lived in DC proper, I lived literally right across the street from a Shake Shack. While I think their food is good,…