How to earn and burn hotel loyalty points like a pro

How to earn and burn hotel loyalty points like a pro
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The Washington Post
By Ramsey QubeinAccruing hotel loyalty points is easy to do, whether you’re a frequent traveller or use hotel-branded credit cards. But when it comes time to decide where to use them, there is a right and a wrong way. These do’s and don’ts can help you maximise their value, stretching those points for better, longer and more stays.Always do the mathBooking a hotel with cash is occasionally cheaper than with points, and the only way to know is if you run the numbers. Divide the cost in dollars by the number of points...

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