it depends on what you want out of them. Bilt transfers to both World of Hyatt and Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards, which few other programs do. Hyatt is the standout for hotels, from 3,000 points a night at category 1. for flights, Air Canada Aeroplan gets you a one-way business seat to Europe for 70,000 to 75,000 points, and United and Alaska work well for flights at home. paying rent or buying things with points gets you less.
Hyatt still publishes a fixed chart. A category 4 hotel costs 12,000 to 25,000 points a night depending on the date, and the top category 8 hotels cost 35,000 to 65,000.
business class to Europe through Air Canada Aeroplan
70,000 to 75,000 Aeroplan points one way
Aeroplan prices partner flights by distance. A one-way business class seat from North America to Europe on a partner airline like Lufthansa, Swiss or United costs 70,000 points up to 4,000 miles flown and 75,000 points from 4,001 to 6,000 miles. Taxes and fees are extra.
transferring before you find a seat. transfers to airlines and hotels can't be undone, so find the award first.
gift cards, shopping and statement credits. they're easy, but they usually get you much less than a flight or hotel transfer.
booking an award without comparing programs. the same seat can cost very different amounts through different partners.
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