Hi friends! Need some ideas on how to maximize my points / miles. I want to take a trip to Portugal or Italy. I am considering flying from EWR since it’s a United hub.

United: 123,000 miles, Premier 1k
AA: 54k, Exec Platinum

CSR: 52,500 currently
Marriott: 72,000 - but I have 22 suite night upgrades

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I’ve seen some crazy expensive prices for flights/hotels recently so miles/points may not get you as far as you hope.

The Suite nights are great providing nightly rates aren’t insane and there’s low traffic so suites are available

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Yeah I’ve been seeing the same. I’m leaning towards paying cash rate for most items and just using the suite night upgrades for the hotel

Consider using miles one way and looking for a cash flight on the return. Found the flights to the US (booking a week out) to be pretty cheap so paid cash. Also consider looking at different airports for the arrival/ departure to give some flexibility with the miles.

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Sounds good, thank you!!

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