The Points Mom

Why You Should Get The Amex Bonvoy Brilliant Card If You Like Fancy Hotels!

I stay in a lot of different levels of Bonvoy hotels, from properties like a Courtyard Marriott to much higher-end properties like the Ritz and St. Regis. And I am just going to say it…the luxury properties feel different, better!  On my latest European trip, we ended our stay with 2 nights at the Ritz […]

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Your World Rewards-The Partnership Between Bonvoy And Emirates

Just like Marriott Bonvoy has a reciprocal partnership agreement with United MileagePlus called RewardsPlus, they also have one with Emirates and their Skywards Miles program, called Your World Rewards. If you are enrolled in the program, you’ll earn Skywards Miles when you stay at Marriott Bonvoy hotels and resorts, and you’ll earn Bonvoy points when you […]

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The Fate Of Your American Express Starwood Cards

For all of you out there (Including myself) who, due to the merger, were concerned as to the fate of your American Express Starwood Preferred Guest cards, fear no more! Yesterday, Marriott announced that Chase AND American Express will remain credit-card issuers for the new ultimate combined loyalty program.  Marriott signed co-brand credit card agreements […]

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