We thought it would be worthwhile to compile the Fall 2019 points promotions from major hotel chains in one place, so readers can compare. We’ve previously covered the major promotions from Hilton and Hyatt, but there are a number of…
Recently, the $75 annual fee posted on our Wyndham Rewards Visa card (annual fee version). Should we keep, cancel or product change this card? Background We first got the Barclays Wyndham Rewards card in April 2017. At that time, we…
Introduction One of the most popular articles we’ve published at Middle Age Miles, which still gets dozens of hits every day, was about how to status match your way to Diamond elite status with the Caesars Rewards program. Middle Age…
UPDATE 3/29/19, 7:00 am Central time – Reader Waynw was kind enough to mention that the 8 Viva Wyndham all-inclusive properties should be included in this list. I agree, and I’ve now added them. In addition, I’ve added the Trademark…
Introduction & Reminder This post is a quick reminder to everyone with a balance of La Quinta Returns points to transfer them over to Wyndham Rewards before March 31. Technically, LQ Returns Gold and Elite members don’t need to transfer,…
This article is part of our Trip Report – It’s Vegas Week at Middle Age Miles! Introduction So far in our Trip Report – It’s Vegas Week at Middle Age Miles!, we’ve given you a ton of great information about…
Executive Summary On my retention call on my Barclays Wyndham Rewards Visa Signature card, I received a retention offer of a $37.50 statement credit (half of the $75 annual fee). I accepted the offer and will keep the card for…
Executive Summary I am going to pay the $75 annual fee on my Barclays Wyndham Rewards Visa Signature card and keep it for another year. But it’s a close call, and I wouldn’t fault anyone for canceling or product changing…
In April 2017, I did my first-ever mattress run, at the Super 8 Plano/Dallas Area, to take advantage of a Wyndham Rewards promotion and add enough points to my WR account for a free night at the Wyndham Grand Chicago…
In April 2017, I did my first-ever “mattress run.” As experienced points and miles enthusiasts know, a “mattress run” is when a guest checks into a hotel, often with no intent of staying the night, in order to generate an…