On Points With Kids

Visiting Pamukkale, Türkiye, with kids

May 16, 2024August 10, 2022 by

This summer we spent a few weeks in Turkey exploring Istanbul, relaxing on the Mediterranean coast, and even taking a road trip through the country. We have already posted about our three-day road trip through Turkey (read about our Road Trip from Antalya to Istanbul here) where we shared how we planned our itinerary to include unique places to visit along the way.

This time we decided to put together a little post about Pamukkale since it was one of the most memorable places we have been to and the most often asked about among our friends 😊.

Park Hyatt Istanbul – Maçka Palas, the Hotel Review

July 15, 2023August 3, 2022 by

This summer we spent a few weeks in Turkey, and we absolutely fell in love with this country. We began our Turkish journey in Istanbul, one of the oldest and biggest cities in the world. We were happy to discover that Istanbul has several Hyatt properties, which not only meant that we could enjoy our stay in Istanbul for free (on points) but also would get exceptional service.

For our first 3 nights in Istanbul, we chose to stay at Park Hyatt Istanbul – Maçka Palas. This hotel is located in the Nişantaşı district of the city, within the walking distance of Taksim Square, various restaurants and shops, and just a short ride to the historical part of Istanbul.

Things to see in Istanbul in 3 days

May 8, 2024July 24, 2022 by

We spent two weeks in beautiful Turkey this summer, or as you are supposed to say, Türkiye. We had a very busy schedule and tried to accomplish a lot during our stay. The very first part of our Turkish journey began in Istanbul, one of the largest and oldest cities in the world, where we spent a few days.

Greek settlers founded Istanbul in the 7th century B.C. The city served as an imperial capital for almost 1600 years: during the Roman, Latin, late Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires. This city, rich in history and culture, attracts millions of tourists every year. If you are only visiting Istanbul for a short period – this itinerary is about must-see and must-try things in the city.

Türkiye Road Trip Itinerary: Antalya to Istanbul with Kids

August 23, 2024July 17, 2022 by

As you know, this summer, we went on our big Turkish trip that combined various activities—from exploring one of the oldest and biggest cities in the world (Istanbul) to relaxing on the Mediterranean coast at an all-inclusive resort. We also took a road trip back to Istanbul through the country to witness ancient city ruins, walk around small towns, eat good food, and fully experience Turkish culture as it is. Continue reading to find out how we took a road trip from Antalya to Istanbul with our kids.

Everything you need to know about the Centurion Lounge, by American Express

April 27, 2024July 17, 2022 by

Airports are often associated with the stress of going through the TSA / Airport Security, and when you think of an airport, you don’t usually imagine a luxurious experience. American Express Centurion Lounge is a luxury travel perk that gives you a space in the airport to relax and enjoy high-quality food and drinks absolutely for free! How can you actually get that benefit?

Keep on reading, and we will demystify some of the aspects of getting into an American Express Centurion Lounge.

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa, the Hotel Review

January 23, 2023June 9, 2022 by

If you are looking for a family-oriented oceanfront resort in Southern California, Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa is one of them. This Spanish-inspired hotel has a great location, just minutes away from the beach, with gorgeous Pacific Ocean views. Spanning across several acres, the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach has various dining options, pools, and a spa, and offers resort activities for kids and adults (including surfing lessons!).

How to book a United Airlines flight using American Express Membership Rewards points

February 14, 2023June 4, 2022 by

American Express Membership Rewards points can be easier to earn than Chase Ultimate Rewards points, and American Express has plenty of airline transfer partners, but unfortunately, United Airlines is not one of them.

So, you might’ve been wondering if American Express Membership Rewards points can be transferred to United Airlines to book a flight somehow?

Even though you can’t transfer your Membership Rewards points to United Airlines directly, there’s still a way to book a United Airlines flight using your Membership Rewards points, and in this post, we are going to show you how. Let’s dive into it!

Amazing food from around the world

January 23, 2023May 26, 2022 by

Recently we have realized that we get equally excited about visiting a new place as much as about trying new restaurants and food! I guess this is how we started our “foodie” journey. 😅 What can we say, we just love to eat!

When traveling we love to try local food, if possible, to explore a different cultural atmosphere fully. How do we find a good restaurant? Mostly on Yelp (no matter how trivial it may sound)🤷🏻‍♀️ or sometimes on TripAdvisor. We came to the conclusion that the rating doesn’t usually lie and if something is 2.5 stars, well it’s probably going to end up being 2.5 stars.

Here are some of our favorite restaurants from around the world that we have been lucky to try on our trips.

Everything you need to know about booking Hyatt hotels with Points

October 10, 2024May 17, 2022 by

As you know, we have chosen to be members of the World of Hyatt since we consider Hyatt’s loyalty program to be one of the best in terms of award redemption value, as well as the perks that it provides to its elites. Plus, we are just big fans of Hyatt Hotels as Hyatt offers a wide variety of quality hotels and resorts all over the world.

Even though Hyatt is considered to have a smaller footprint than Hilton or Marriott, Hyatt keeps consistently adding more hotels and resorts into its network. For instance, Hyatt just recently purchased 102 resorts in the Caribbean and Europe under Secrets, Dreams, Breathless, and Zoetry brands, expanding the World of Hyatt program.

If you’re interested in getting started with World of Hyatt, want to learn more about earning and redeeming Hyatt Points, and explore other benefits the program provides, this post is for you.

Waterfront Hotel, Oakland CA, the Hotel Review

January 12, 2023May 8, 2022 by

We spent a weekend at the Waterfront Hotel in Oakland, CA a few weeks ago. The Waterfront Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the heart of the Jack London Square. A famous marina area on the Oakland Harbor and the Alameda Oakland Ferry Dock, the Jack London Square offers dining with water views, nestled with breweries and stores. It hosts special outdoor events and a Sunday morning Farmer’s Market.