Wyndham Rewards (Wyndham Hotels & Resorts)

Favourite Hotel Elite Perks Listed by Loyalty Program

ByMatt August 21, 2016August 16, 2016

I was previously asked what are the best hotel elite benefits. I believe that this is a strongly personal question, because it is based on personal preferences, as well as specific travels. In other words, depending on where you want to go, you may want to take advantage of a different benefit. I would not get too caught up on very specific benefits, it is always better to remain flexible and open minded to what’s available, along with customizing to specific needs.

List of Requirements for Attaining Hotel Elite Status (updated August 11, 2016)

ByMatt August 11, 2016August 8, 2016

A few updates to the hotel elite status programs means that this list is due for an update from last time. Some of the updates include: adding Le Club AccorHotels, changes to Best Western Rewards elite program, Delta Hotel and Resorts merger with Marriott, changes to the IHG Rewards Club program and changes to Wyndham Rewards.

[HOTEL] Expiry Policies (updated February 18, 2016)

ByMatt February 18, 2016September 20, 2023

It has been a while since my last hotel expiry policies update. There have been a few changes ever since, so I thought I’d give my list a quick update. In deciding my preference for hotel loyalty programs, I give a lot of consideration to the expiry policy. I have been focusing my energy on 4 hotel rewards programs: Best Western Rewards, Hilton HHonors, IHG Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest.

Best Price Guaranteed: Booking With Third Party versus Direct

ByShirley Huang November 29, 2015November 26, 2015

Most people believe that third party sites such as Priceline and Expedia offer the best prices in terms of hotel room rates, but is this really the case? With the Best Price Guaranteed policy offered by most hotel brands, you can easily find yourself locking in a good deal.

List of Requirements for Attaining Hotel Elite Status (updated May 22, 2015)

ByMatt May 22, 2015August 1, 2016

Hotel elite statuses can be very valuable to some people. There are essentially 3 different ways to achieve hotel elite status, through nights, points or stays.

[PROMOTION] Aeroplan Bonuses Offers for Hotel Stays (expired)

ByMatt March 14, 2015June 2, 2015

Here is another round of Aeroplan promotions for hotel stays. These promotions are valuable especially for people who do not stay at a hotel chain often enough to justify collecting the points of the hotel loyalty program. Instead, you can…

Remembrance Day

ByMatt November 11, 2014

The Federal government department of Veterans Affairs Canada states that Remembrance Day is of “remembrance for the men and women who have served, and continue to serve our country during times of war, conflict and peace”. Last year, we wrote…

[HOTEL] Expiry Policies (updated September 10, 2014)

ByMatt September 10, 2014September 20, 2023

I thought this would be a good time to update my previous run-down post on hotel expiry policies. I am always trying to decide which hotel loyalty program best suits my travels needs and my portfolio. One of the main factors…

Wyndham Rewards (Wyndham Hotels & Resorts)

[HOTEL] Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

ByMatt August 20, 2014August 20, 2015

Run-down of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. When you stay at Wyndham brands, you can earn Wyndham Rewards. Unfortunately, the points expire 4 years after being posted to our accounts. Furthermore, points will also expire if there is no activity after 18 consecutive months.

[TRAVEL] Earn Loyalty Points or Pay a Lower Price?

ByMatt January 10, 2014

There was an article that referred to a survey regarding the hotel and lodging industry. The survey found that a high percentage of customers prefer to find offers and deals to pay a cheaper price for any hotel room rather…