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Amex Gold Card: Ideal Benefits and Credits for Food Lovers
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Hotel Terminates Booking of Local Patron, Referencing Homelessness Issues
Did you know that numerous hotels prohibit guests with local addresses from staying, and they may even revoke confirmed reservations? This policy is more prevalent than many are aware of, and it’s currently gaining traction on social media after a guest had their reservation canceled. Hampton Inn hotel restricts locals residing within 50 miles A…

Uncovering the Advantages of Marriott’s $23K Ambassador Elite Status
About a year ago, I recounted my journey to obtaining Marriott Bonvoy Ambassador status, which is the highest tier of elite status in the program. I had actually held this status for several years before the pandemic (going back to the Starwood Preferred Guest era), but with the evolution of Marriott Bonvoy, I was eager…

Grasping Mattress Runs: Objectives, Advantages, and Functionality
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Grasping the Limitations and Worth of American Airlines Basic Economy
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Grasping Mileage Runs: Their Purpose and Worth
**What is a mileage run?** A mileage run refers to the act of flying solely to gather airline miles or attain airline elite status. This may be a yearlong pursuit or a journey at the year’s end to ensure qualification for elite status. Typically, these trips are brief, and often travelers may fly to a…

An Examination of Marriott Bonvoy Nightly Upgrade Awards: Regular Shortcomings Outnumber Achievements
In a prior article, I recounted my journey for the year with Marriott Bonvoy Ambassador status, which ranks as Marriott’s highest level. In this article, I want to discuss my experiences with Marriott Bonvoy Nightly Upgrade Awards, the upgrade “tools” that can be confirmed for enhanced rooms prior to check-in. Opinions on these tend to…

Comprehending Alaska Airlines Saver Fares: Limitations and Value Assessment
In 2018, Alaska Airlines rolled out Saver fares, its take on basic economy, to rival ultra low-cost airlines. These fares provide lower rates but come with increased restrictions. Saver fares aim to draw in cost-conscious travelers while motivating others to opt for pricier choices with fewer constraints. Saver fares feature various limitations when compared to…









