5 ways I get free hotel stays without using points

Most people assume that free hotel stays always require a huge stash of points. But over the past few years of traveling with my family, I’ve realized that some of the easiest “free” hotel nights actually come from credit card perks, annual credits, and free night certificates.

These strategies have helped us stay at hotels around the world without redeeming points, including our recent stays in Scotland and Mexico. Here are the main ways we do it.

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Maximizing credit card rewards: cashback vs transferring to travel partners

Redeeming credit card points for cashback or transferring them to travel partners are both popular options for using your credit card rewards. Which is the better choice for you?

In this blog post, we’ll compare the pros and cons of each option to help you decide which method is right for your spending habits and travel goals. Redeeming points for cashback is a simple and flexible way to use your rewards, but transferring them to travel partners can often offer higher value.

We’ll explore the advantages and disadvantages of each option in detail to help you make an informed decision.

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Where to start if you want to travel using points and miles?

Have you ever dreamed of traveling the world for $0 (or nearly free) using points and miles? While it might sound complicated at first, starting your points and miles journey is easier than you think.

This guide will walk you through exactly where to begin, step by step. So, where to start if you want to travel using points and miles?

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