I have chosen the Citi Prestige Card as my next points and miles credit card. Here's why I did and why you should consider this no-brainer of an offer!

Points and Miles, Credit CardsDerek CookApril 15, 2015Citibank, Citi Prestige Card, credit card rewards, flexible points currencies, Global Entry, Known Traveller Number, TSA Pre Check, points and miles, Citi ThankYou Points

Updates to IHG Rewards

IHG has announced updates to their IHG Rewards program effective July 1 (though a new point expiration "timer" starts now). Overall, the changes are neutral to positive.

Points and Miles, HotelsDerek CookApril 14, 2015IHG Rewards, IHG, Chase IHG Rewards Mastercard, points and miles

IHG hotels: Points or pay - the analysis

I summarize my analysis for whether I should buy IHG Rewards points for upcoming travel or just pay cash for the rooms.

Hotels, Points and Miles, Travel PlanningDerek CookApril 8, 2015IHG Rewards, Chase IHG Rewards Mastercard, IHG, Daily Getaways, travel planning, hotel reservations, Georgia Tech football, AAA, points and miles

IHG hotels: Points or pay?

Daily Getaways is offering package of IHG Rewards points at a discount to their normal value. Would it be cheaper to buy the points and book rewards nights for upcoming trips or just pay cash? I take a look.

Hotels, Travel Planning, Points and MilesDerek CookApril 1, 2015IHG Rewards, Daily Getaways, Georgia Tech football, Chase IHG Rewards Mastercard, IHG, points and miles