Rampant global inflation and unprecedented industry consolidation means that conventional hotel loyalty points are worth less and less every passing day.
Most hotel loyalty programs block award redamations for the most desirable travel dates throughout the year.
Just because there is a room remaining does not mean you can book it… if you are trying to pay in points.
Earning status in most hotel loyalty programs is not only confusing, but also requires some serious patience.
Most hotel loyalty programs are built on decades-old technology & infrastructure leading to constant glitches & outages.
Entire communities of frustrated travelers, such as bonvoyed.com, have sprung up in recent years for points enthusiasts to commiserate over program devaluations and service failures.
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