Citi is a partner of Travel Freely. We love showing what’s possible with points — and this story is extra special. My good friend Reid wanted to do something unforgettable to celebrate his parents’ 50th wedding anniversary. His dream? Take…

A State of the Union for Points & Miles — and Why It Still Works for Everyone Twelve years ago, I was working as an elementary school teacher and running a small nonprofit. My wife and I weren’t earning a…

For free travelers like us, a trip to Paris will take many hours to plan and a very good points strategy to make it work. To help you out, we’ve put together this article on how to fly to Paris…

Business Class, Croissants, & Full Circle Moments: Our Anniversary Trip to France Note: At the time of writing, the hotel categories and points required were accurate. Changes occur and dynamic pricing can happen based on popular dates. Be sure to…

The American Express® Gold Card from our partners, is a solid option for those who can make use of the monthly dining credits — especially since it also offers terrific return on spend at both U.S. supermarkets and restaurants worldwide.…

Marriott Bonvoy offers great value for its users across the board - average rewards for paid stays, strong elite program, points transfer to airline miles and more. Find out what's in it for you!

Note: At the time of writing, the hotel categories and points required were accurate. Changes occur and dynamic pricing can happen based on popular dates. Be sure to check your own dates and confirm the rates for you. When Travel…

Please note: Hyatt introduced a revamped World of Hyatt award chart in May 2026, keeping its 8 categories but adding five pricing tiers within each one. This change brings more variable pricing, meaning award nights will fluctuate more widely depending…

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When Travel Freely member Vanessa and her husband hit milestone birthdays — his 50th and her 40th — they wanted to celebrate in a way that felt exotic, luxurious, and unforgettable. Their eyes turned to Morocco, a place that perfectly…