Rumors about the new combined Starwood Preferred Guest and Marriott Rewards programs broke recently. The program appears to have gone the same direction as Hyatt by ditching benefits for those who spend one, but not two or more, months at their properties. While any program…
How to Double Dip Chase and American Express Hotel Benefits
I’m just back from a family trip to Las Vegas. I have some thoughts about taking kids to Vegas, but will save them for another day. We are fortunate to have a ready-made babysitter when we visit Sin City, so…
Why I Chose to Cancel American Express Business Platinum Card
It was a decision three years in the making. Every December I get the statement with a $450 fee and ask myself if the juice is worth the squeeze. This is the year I determined it wasn’t. Why I Chose…
An American Express Mistake I Will NEVER Make Again
Just a quick PSA this morning as I attempt to climb out of the rabbit hole American Express has dropped me into.As you may know, the Starwood Personal American Express offer jumped from 25,000 to 35,000 StarPoints. This is a terrific…