Marriott recently announced it would acquire Starwood hotels, creating the world's largest hotel company. While there is good reasons for this mergers, questions remain as to the impact on the Marriott Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest loyalty programs.

Derek CookNovember 25, 2015Marriott Hotels, Starwood Hotels, Starwood Preferred Guest, One Mile at a Time, merger, Hyatt, Marriott Rewards

FINALLY!! Citi redesigns Prestige, ThankYou Premier cards

Citibank has, thankfully, updated the designs of its Citi Prestige and Citi Thank You Premier cards, moving the magstripe to the back.

Rolling Stone profiles Ben Schlappig and "Travel Hacking"

Recently, One Mile at a Time blogger, Ben Schlappig, was profiled on ABC's Nightline and in Rolling Stone magazine. The coverage brought attention to the benefits - and dark side - of "travel hacking."

Points and MilesDerek CookJuly 31, 2015One Mile at a Time, Ben Schlappig, travel hacking, Rolling Stone, free market

My thoughts on points, miles and reward travel

The active pursuit of travel reward points and miles is not new. I have recently dove in myself and I wanted to share my journey into this - as some call it - "hobby."