The Top 10 Hyatt Finds for 2026
After 70+ Hyatt nights in 2025, these ten stood out. The ones where points, perks, and timing came together so well it felt like I broke the system.
More Ways to Earn Free Nights at Hyatt
More ways to earn free nights, the credit card math, why club lounges are a game-changer, and what makes Hyatt worth your loyalty over every other hotel program.
Why Hyatt Globalist Is Worth It
70 Hyatt nights. Only 15 paid in cash. Here's exactly how I re-qualified for Globalist status in 2025 and why it's the most valuable hotel loyalty program out there.
How I Paid $16 for an $800 Hotel Stay
The Chase Sapphire Reserve's best-kept secret? It's not the lounge access. Discover how I saved 98% on a two-night stay at the Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park.
Let's Talk About Points, Baby
Let's talk about you and me. Let's talk about how you get this for free... If you've ever wondered how we fly across the world, stay in five-star resorts, and still come home with money in our pockets - you're in the right place.
Traveling With Food Allergies: Why Ireland & Italy Are the Gold Standard
After more than a decade of traveling with Celiac disease, I’ve discovered the two easiest, safest, and most enjoyable places when it comes to food.
I Botched Mallorca So You Don't Have To
We didn’t get Mallorca quite right, but you can! Here’s what we loved, what we’d change, and how to build the perfect week of beaches, villages, and sangria-soaked sunsets on a bargain-bougie budget.
Traveling With Food Allergies: All-Inclusives and Cruises
Not all all-inclusives are safe. Not all cruise lines are equal. Here's what actually works when you're traveling with food allergies in a way that protects both your health and your joy.
The 9K Points Suite You Need to Know About
Some hotels surprise you in small ways. This one surprised us in every way. The Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk is the definition of "quiet luxury meets unbelievable value."
Traveling With Celiac Disease: What No One Tells You
This post isn’t about points, upgrades, or luxury-for-less. It’s about what it’s really like to travel - and live - with Celiac disease, and why I understand how overwhelming dietary restrictions can feel.
Venice - But Make It Murano
Experience Venice like a true Bargain Bougie traveler - private airport boats, local bar crawls, colorful islands, and a Hyatt stay that delivers five-star feels without five-star chaos.
Welcome to Sardinia - Italy’s Quiet Masterpiece
Discover Sardinia like a pro… pink beaches, sailboats through La Maddalena, Michelin-Guide dining, and luxury Hyatt suites booked with points. Learn how to live the bougie life on a bargain.

