Booking Award Travel

Southwest Airlines plane

read more

Big changes are coming to Southwest Airlines® this year, and we know you’ll want the scoop on how it’s going to impact your next family adventure. No more “bags fly free” is one change that almost feels sacrilegious, but there are other changes coming to Southwest Airlines®, too! 🥲    Baggage Policy is Changing Southwest’s […]

santorini greece

read more

Let’s be real—luxury travel isn’t just about five-star service and plush robes. It’s about stepping into a world that feels tailor-made for you, where every moment is crafted to perfection. You can now unlock some of the most incredible stays worldwide with your Hilton points, thanks to their partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the […]

Beach in Hawaii

read more

If you’ve ever looked at a $1,200 plane ticket and thought, “Yeah . . . maybe next year,” welcome to the club. Travel isn’t cheap, but having a stockpile of credit card points and miles  can change that completely. It’s not just about saving money (though, let’s be honest, that part is pretty incredible). It’s […]

read more

From the moment we pulled up to the Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana, I knew we were in for something special. It is tucked away on a quiet stretch of beach about 45 minutes from the Punta Cana airport. We were warmly greeted with cool towels, a yummy drink, and the vibe? Pure relaxation. If you’re […]

Large tower on bank of river

read more

I love Air France and KLM for getting to Europe on points and miles! One reason is the Flying Blue Promo Rewards that come out on the first day of every month. Check out my post detailing the four reasons I love Air France. These are such good deals, so I will update this post […]

read more

If you’ve been considering a new credit card, May is bringing the heat with some of the best welcome offers we’ve seen in a while. Whether you want to earn free hotel stays or rack up airline miles, these elevated offers are worth a closer look. Some deals are only available briefly, so now is […]

read more

Aloha is Calling: How to Choose the Perfect Hawaiian Island for Your Dream Getaway Hawaii is the ultimate bucket-list destination—a paradise of sun-drenched beaches, lush rainforests, and breathtaking volcanoes. But with so many stunning islands to choose from, deciding where to go can feel overwhelming. Should you soak up the vibrant energy of Oahu, explore […]

Hotel looking over water across from Sydney Opera House

read more

Whatever part of the world you’re traveling to, Hyatt has an aspirational hotel that can be as memorable as your destination. While these stays could cost hundreds or thousands of dollars if paid in cash, you can book them with our favorite points—Hyatt points! While they will cost more points than your average hotel, with […]

read more

Whether looking for a chic European city hotel, a beach retreat in the Maldives, or a rejuvenating visit to a Japanese spa, IHG points can help you find the aspirational hotel stay of your dreams.  Here are seven aspirational IHG properties to book on points. IHG—the hotel group behind Kimpton (a brand I love), InterContinental, […]

read more

I recently returned to the Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort and Spa, but this time around with another daughter. This time, Alex came with me! Even though I’ve reviewed this hotel before, I wanted to talk about new insights, cover different rooms, and tell you what it was like visiting when the resort was at max […]

read more

If you love temperate climates, cobblestone streets, and delicious food, San Miguel de Allende is for you! This colonial-era city is located in Mexico about four hours north of Mexico City. My husband and I spent three nights at Numu Boutique Hotel San Miguel de Allende (part of the Unbound Collection by Hyatt), and fell […]

read more

All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean  While we love using our points for hotel stays and flights, it’s even better if those points can pay for your meals, drinks, and snacks on vacation, too! If the Caribbean is on your bucket list, you can book many all-inclusive resorts with various types of points in different locations […]

Pool area of hotel

read more

IHG often has great signup bonuses on their cards, but they fall somewhat under the radar compared to the other hotel brands. They have long been my second-favorite brand (after Hyatt, of course). We have many readers asking us about how we use our IHG points, so here goes! First of all, there are several […]

view from room Hyatt Ziva

read more

Whether you’re looking to relax on a sandy beach or have an action-packed day of activities, Mexico has an all-inclusive resort to match your vacation style. Luckily for those who love points and miles, many of these resorts can be booked with hotel points. All-inclusive resorts are typically an excellent value for your points because […]

read more

It won’t shock you to learn that each of us has the World of Hyatt Credit Card. While this card doesn’t currently have a huge welcome offer, it does give cardholders five elite-night credits on that help on the journey to earning Globalist status. Additionally, one of the best benefits of this card is that […]

Hotel pool area with lounge chairs

read more

We love Ultimate Rewards® and are glad that it’s fairly easy to earn these versatile and valuable points. Because our favorite card has an increased welcome offer, we wanted to give you some ideas on how to use 100K Ultimate Rewards® for hotel stays. Why hotel stays? Because that’s our absolute favorite way to use […]

read more

Imagine no endless searching for parking spots, no gas station stops, and no backseat voices asking, “Are we there yet?” A car-free vacation might be just what your family needs! What if you simplified, using your points to fly and stay at a great hotel, but you didn’t have to worry about booking (and paying […]

Westin Hotel

read more

One of my favorite airports to stay at when I have an early departure is the Westin Denver International Airport. It is just a short walk to get to the airport and I enjoy the views of the tarmac or the airport, depending on where your room is.  This hotel is one of the first […]

read more

I love Park Hyatts. They are the gem of the Hyatt hotel brand, and the Park Hyatt Auckland is no exception. This was the first hotel we stayed at on our recent trip to New Zealand, and I am already plotting a return visit. Here is my Park Hyatt Auckland review.         […]

read more

I just completed a return to New Zealand on points and miles. My first trip to New Zealand was to the South Island. We were supposed to go to the North Island on that same trip too, but they had sudden flash flooding, and we had to cancel that part of our itinerary. So this […]

read more

Now’s the time to cash in those points for a stay at one of Marriott’s most jaw-dropping, envy-inducing properties. Sometimes you just need to splurge a little. Today we are all about over-the-top Marriott stays. Let’s put your hard-earned points to work at one of these 15 aspirational Marriott properties to book on points!  From […]

Wondering which credit card you should get? 

Click here to see all the best current offers!

check them out!

We got ya! 

Advertiser Disclosure: Travel Mom Squad has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Travel Mom Squad and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. This compensation may impact how or where products appear on this site. Travel Mom Squad has not reviewed all available credit card offers on this site.

Editorial Note: Opinions expressed here are author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.