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01-29-2024 | 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by dadman3000

If you had to start right now which cards would you go with Hilton/Bonvoy, im a bit of a novice when comparing cards? I currently use my costco card for literally everything, but feel like im missing out on the hotel game.

I think most people will agree that Hyatt has the most valuable ecosystem for point-earning and redemptions. It's not uncommon to find a Hyatt redemption for 2.0¢ per point, even at the cheaper properties, while Bonvoy might average 0.8¢ per point. Interestingly, the best general way to earn Hyatt points imo is actually with a Chase Sapphire, which has solid earn rates on travel and dining and allows you to transfer those points to your World of Hyatt account.

If anybody has found a better system for hotel stays, I'm all ears.. but I think that's currently the best option.

01-29-2024 | 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by freezingflyboy

I've never used (or know what) a Z31 is. I usually just book through the app. The rates are usually as good or better than anything else you're going to find online and often there are special deals. For example, I just booked a Bonvoy property in downtown Atlanta for a family function and for a few bucks more it included tickets to the Georgia Aquarium.

I've routinely gotten a pretty hefty discount using any of the 3 ATL Marriott codes over booking just on the app. I got stays and points as well.

01-29-2024 | 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by fadecfault

https://thepointsguy.com/guide/monthly-valuations/

Hyatt does have the most valuable points

01-29-2024 | 12:46 PM

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freezingflyboy

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Originally Posted by 170Till5

https://thepointsguy.com/guide/monthly-valuations/

Hyatt does have the most valuable points

But also the fewest number of properties to use them at, at least when I've looked.

01-29-2024 | 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by CBreezy

I've routinely gotten a pretty hefty discount using any of the 3 ATL Marriott codes over booking just on the app. I got stays and points as well.

Youve received stay credit/points when using an airline rate???? Any idea how long it took to post and was it only here in ATL?

01-29-2024 | 01:42 PM

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CBreezy

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Originally Posted by elon

Youve received stay credit/points when using an airline rate???? Any idea how long it took to post and was it only here in ATL?

I am not 100% sure if it was the z31 rate or the other rates. But, yes. Every one was points and credit

01-29-2024 | 04:44 PM

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dadman3000

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Originally Posted by SonicFlyer

Go buy Visa gift cards from an office supply store or something.

Wow...that never even crossed my mind lol. Thanks for the tip.

01-29-2024 | 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by SonicFlyer

Go buy Visa gift cards from an office supply store or something.

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Originally Posted by dadman3000

Wow...that never even crossed my mind lol. Thanks for the tip.

Terrible idea. Those types of cards typically have a $5-6 activation fee per card. You’re better off buying gift cards for stores/businesses that you use. Grocery stores, box stores, home improvement stores, etc.

01-29-2024 | 05:07 PM

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SonicFlyer

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Originally Posted by Gspeed

Ok I forgot to include the cavaet that Staples and Office Max/Depot will once a month run a special with these cards for no activation fee... but don't do this with AMEX because AMEX gets to see actual details of your purchases and won't award points for "cash equavalents" ... but Visa and MC and DC and others typically will. Test it out with a small amount first:

https://www.doctorofcredit.com/stapl...mit-5-per-day/

https://www.doctorofcredit.com/offic...t-12-19-12-25/

Or as you say, buy gift cards from a vendor that you already use (WalMart, Target, Amazon, etc).

01-31-2024 | 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by SonicFlyer

Go buy Visa gift cards from an office supply store or something.

Scam likely haha! Be sure to tell the cashier that a guy from the IRS called you and said you'd be arrested if you didnt send him these cards. Everyone will have a good laugh.