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Qatar Airlines Business Class Review | Qsuites

Qatar Airlines Business Class Review | Qsuites

The Best of Cape Town

The Best of Cape Town

Review: Royal Air Morac| Business Class Flight

Review: Royal Air Morac| Business Class Flight

Top Things to Do in Marrakech, Morocco

Top Things to Do in Marrakech, Morocco

Hyatt Zilara Cancun All-Inclusive Hotel Review

Hyatt Zilara Cancun All-Inclusive Hotel Review

American Airlines MileUp- Beginner's Credit Card

American Airlines MileUp- Beginner's Credit Card

St. Regis Maldives Resort- Hotel Review

St. Regis Maldives Resort- Hotel Review

It’s not you, it’s the $695 annual fee (and a few other things).

After years of swiping with style, I decided it was time to say goodbye to this Platinum credit card.

Want to know what went wrong and what I’m using instead?

📺🎥Watch the full breakdown on my YouTube channel – link in bio! 👆🏾

💬What are your thoughts on the American Express Platinum credit card? 👇🏾

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It’s not you, it’s the $695 annual fee (and a few other things).

After years of swiping with style, I decided it was time to say goodbye to this Platinum credit card.

Want to know what went wrong and what I’m using instead?

📺🎥Watch the full breakdown on my YouTube channel – link in bio! 👆🏾

💬What are your thoughts on the American Express Platinum credit card? 👇🏾

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#AmexPlatinum #CreditCardCancel #PointsAndMiles #TravelHacks #PointsDiva #AmericanExpressPlatinumCreditCard #VentureX #TravelCreditCard #CenterionLounge #LuxuryFamilyTravel #FamilyTravel #MilesandPoints #CharlotteBlogger #NCBlogger #CharlotteVlogger

🌍 Atlas has been flying business and first class since he was a baby.

✈️You can too by subscribing to the Points Diva Youtube channel and IG to learn all of the tricks on how to travel to the edge of the world all on points and miles.

👆🏾Click the link in bio for the FREE points and miles guide.

💬Comment below on which business or first class flight you’d like to fly on.
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🌍 Atlas has been flying business and first class since he was a baby.

✈️You can too by subscribing to the Points Diva Youtube channel and IG to learn all of the tricks on how to travel to the edge of the world all on points and miles.

👆🏾Click the link in bio for the FREE points and miles guide.

💬Comment below on which business or first class flight you’d like to fly on.
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💫Hyatt Family Plan Rate💫

It’s called the Hyatt Family rate and it’s something you any family with 2+ kids NEEDS TO KNOW!

This rate works at many Hyatt hotels all over the world for families who have kids under 18- so share this with your big family friends who need this.

With this rate, the 2nd room can be up to 50% off the regular price. The first room can even be booked with points or a Hyatt free night certificate.

☎️ To book: You’ll have to call Hyatt to confirm the hotel and travel dates.

Has anyone used this great Hyatt perk? Comment HYATT if you’d like more information.
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@hyatt @mrskrys14

💫Hyatt Family Plan Rate💫

It’s called the Hyatt Family rate and it’s something you any family with 2+ kids NEEDS TO KNOW!

This rate works at many Hyatt hotels all over the world for families who have kids under 18- so share this with your big family friends who need this.

With this rate, the 2nd room can be up to 50% off the regular price. The first room can even be booked with points or a Hyatt free night certificate.

☎️ To book: You’ll have to call Hyatt to confirm the hotel and travel dates.

Has anyone used this great Hyatt perk? Comment HYATT if you’d like more information.
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✈️ These are the best Destinations to Use Your Southwest Companion Pass! 🌴☀️

Comment GUIDE below for my free points and miles guide to be sent to your inbox.

🇲🇽 Cancun – White sand beaches & all-inclusive resorts

🇧🇿 Belize – Snorkel the Great Blue Hole & explore Mayan ruins

🇲🇽 Puerto Vallarta – Stunning sunsets & vibrant nightlife

🌺 Hawaii – Iconic beaches, waterfalls, and volcano adventures

🇦🇼 Aruba – Crystal-clear waters & year-round sunshine

🇨🇷 Costa Rica – Rainforests, wildlife, and epic surfing

🇯🇲 Jamaica – Reggae vibes & breathtaking waterfalls

🇰🇾 Cayman Islands – World-class diving & Seven Mile Beach

📺 🎥 Check out the Points Diva YouTube video for more details on HOW to earn the SW pass and WHERE you can go.

With unlimited BOGO flights through the end of your Companion Pass, where are you heading first? Let me know below! ⬇️✈️

The Southwest Companion Pass allows you to add a companion to any Southwest ticket, and all you’ll need to do is pay the taxes & fees- only $5.60 on domestic flights. This works for paid AND award tickets purchased on points. Your companion can be your child or any adult.

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✈️ These are the best Destinations to Use Your Southwest Companion Pass! 🌴☀️

Comment GUIDE below for my free points and miles guide to be sent to your inbox.

🇲🇽 Cancun – White sand beaches & all-inclusive resorts

🇧🇿 Belize – Snorkel the Great Blue Hole & explore Mayan ruins

🇲🇽 Puerto Vallarta – Stunning sunsets & vibrant nightlife

🌺 Hawaii – Iconic beaches, waterfalls, and volcano adventures

🇦🇼 Aruba – Crystal-clear waters & year-round sunshine

🇨🇷 Costa Rica – Rainforests, wildlife, and epic surfing

🇯🇲 Jamaica – Reggae vibes & breathtaking waterfalls

🇰🇾 Cayman Islands – World-class diving & Seven Mile Beach

📺 🎥 Check out the Points Diva YouTube video for more details on HOW to earn the SW pass and WHERE you can go.

With unlimited BOGO flights through the end of your Companion Pass, where are you heading first? Let me know below! ⬇️✈️

The Southwest Companion Pass allows you to add a companion to any Southwest ticket, and all you’ll need to do is pay the taxes & fees- only $5.60 on domestic flights. This works for paid AND award tickets purchased on points. Your companion can be your child or any adult.

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🌴 Luxury for Less: Conrad Punta de Mita with Points & Miles! 🌴

Imagine staying at a $1,000/night beachfront resort without spending a dime 💳✨ That’s exactly what I did at Conrad Punta de Mita, using Hilton Honors points! From infinity pools to gourmet dining, this resort is pure paradise. @conradpuntademita

Want to know how to book luxury hotels with points? Watch my full review on YouTube now! 🎥🔗 (Link in bio)

Tag someone who needs a luxury vacation on points! ⬇️

❓Let me know if you have any questions about this property or trip. ❓

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🌴 Luxury for Less: Conrad Punta de Mita with Points & Miles! 🌴

Imagine staying at a $1,000/night beachfront resort without spending a dime 💳✨ That’s exactly what I did at Conrad Punta de Mita, using Hilton Honors points! From infinity pools to gourmet dining, this resort is pure paradise. @conradpuntademita

Want to know how to book luxury hotels with points? Watch my full review on YouTube now! 🎥🔗 (Link in bio)

Tag someone who needs a luxury vacation on points! ⬇️

❓Let me know if you have any questions about this property or trip. ❓

#ConradPuntaDeMita #HiltonHonors #pointsdiva #charlotteblogger #charlotteogger #LuxuryTravelHacks #PointsAndMiles #TravelForFree #HiltonHotels #LuxuryOnPoints #MexicoResorts #BeachfrontResort #LuxuryHotelReview #PointsTraveler #MilesAndPoints #TravelHacks #HiltonRedemption #DreamVacation #ResortLife #americanexpresshilton

💬 Comment INFO below to learn more about the Alaska Airlines Visa Card.💳

What’s the best way you’ve ever used 70,000 points? 💰

@alaskaair @hawaiianairlines @americanair @qatarairways @british_airways @royalairmaroc @japanairlines

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💬 Comment INFO below to learn more about the Alaska Airlines Visa Card.💳

What’s the best way you’ve ever used 70,000 points? 💰

@alaskaair @hawaiianairlines @americanair @qatarairways @british_airways @royalairmaroc @japanairlines

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Welcome to the Points Diva channel! On this page, you’ll learn how to maximize your points and miles through everyday spending.

Comment below POINTS for my FREE beginners guide on how to get started.

Welcome to the Points Diva channel! On this page, you’ll learn how to maximize your points and miles through everyday spending.

Comment below POINTS for my FREE beginners guide on how to get started.

2024 RECAP
My family traveled over 20,000 miles across seven countries in 2024.
We utilize points and miles to make this happen.

Subscribe to the 📺 Points Diva channel on YouTube to learn all about how to utilize points and miles to have similar vacations with your family.
@americanair
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2024 RECAP
My family traveled over 20,000 miles across seven countries in 2024.
We utilize points and miles to make this happen.

Subscribe to the 📺 Points Diva channel on YouTube to learn all about how to utilize points and miles to have similar vacations with your family.
@americanair
@airfrance

Check out our Madrid, Spain travel vlog on YouTube. We visited Madrid for 2 days and stayed at the @jwmarriottmadrid. Link in bio.

📺 🎥 Madrid Travel Vlog on YouTube

Check out our Madrid, Spain travel vlog on YouTube. We visited Madrid for 2 days and stayed at the @jwmarriottmadrid. Link in bio.

📺 🎥 Madrid Travel Vlog on YouTube

10 of us made it out the group chat!!! These ladies jumped on a $276 flight deal to SFO that I found. We laughed, cried, and grew stronger together. This was definitely 1 for the books. ✈️ 🍷 🎉

10 of us made it out the group chat!!! These ladies jumped on a $276 flight deal to SFO that I found. We laughed, cried, and grew stronger together. This was definitely 1 for the books. ✈️ 🍷 🎉

Another family vacation using Chase Ultimate Reward points, transferred to World of Hyatt. @hyattzivajm

Click the link in bio to see my full 📺YouTube hotel review.

Another family vacation using Chase Ultimate Reward points, transferred to World of Hyatt. @hyattzivajm

Click the link in bio to see my full 📺YouTube hotel review.

Check out my 40th birthday trip at St. Maarten and St. Barts. The link is in the bio.

@roadto100countries

Check out my 40th birthday trip at St. Maarten and St. Barts. The link is in the bio.

@roadto100countries

Check out our latest YouTube video of San Pedro, Belize. We used miles and points for this trip.

Click the link in the bio to see how much we paid.

Check out our latest YouTube video of San Pedro, Belize. We used miles and points for this trip.

Click the link in the bio to see how much we paid.

Check out my latest YouTube video of San Pedro, Belize 🇧🇿.

We traveled to San Pedro, Belize using British Airways miles and Marriott points.

✈️ Flight Price
23,000 British Airways Avios + cash
You can transfer to British Airways Avios from multiple credit cards to fly on American Airlines.

🏨 Hotel Price
Alaia Belize, Autograph Collection @alaiabelize
We used 200,000 Marriott points.
If you stay for 5 nights, you pay for 4 nights.

Shout out to @therytskincare The Reveal Your Truth Skincare Line

Credit card referral links are in the bio.

Check out my latest YouTube video of San Pedro, Belize 🇧🇿.

We traveled to San Pedro, Belize using British Airways miles and Marriott points.

✈️ Flight Price
23,000 British Airways Avios + cash
You can transfer to British Airways Avios from multiple credit cards to fly on American Airlines.

🏨 Hotel Price
Alaia Belize, Autograph Collection @alaiabelize
We used 200,000 Marriott points.
If you stay for 5 nights, you pay for 4 nights.

Shout out to @therytskincare The Reveal Your Truth Skincare Line

Credit card referral links are in the bio.

Qatar Airways has the BEST business class flight. With the Qsuites, the seats lay flat and you are provided plush bedding. This is perfect if you are flying with someone.
We paid $180 in taxes and used Alaska Airline and American Airline miles.

Follow @pointsdiva to learn how to fly this plane.

Qatar Airways has the BEST business class flight. With the Qsuites, the seats lay flat and you are provided plush bedding. This is perfect if you are flying with someone.
We paid $180 in taxes and used Alaska Airline and American Airline miles.

Follow @pointsdiva to learn how to fly this plane.

Our amazing beach villa room tour.

Our amazing beach villa room tour.

The cats out the bag. September our family will become a party of 4. Atlas is somewhat excited to be a big brother. 💕💗

The cats out the bag. September our family will become a party of 4. Atlas is somewhat excited to be a big brother. 💕💗

Check out my YouTube link in the bio to see my flight review of this Emirates FIrst Class flight.

📺 Please like and subscribe!!

We flew this amazing Emirates A380 first-class flight from D.C. to Cairo, Egypt for Thanksgiving. We paid 150,000 Emirates Miles + $207 pp. @styveorealty and I both applied for the following card.

💳American Express Platinum Card

✅100,000 points after $5k spend
✅50,000 points after $15k grocery store spend
✅30,000 points for 💳 referral bonus for Styve's application

✅Total points received 185,000 American Express Points

We didn't use miles for the baby but did have to pay 10% of the first-class fare.

The 2nd 💳 used was the Capital One Spark Business Card. With both cards, we transferred our miles to Emirates Airways.

Perks of ✈️ First Class
🛏Comfortable lay flat beds with plush bedding
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🍸Unlimited food and top-shelf liquor
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🚿Showers onboard
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🍾Onboard bar/lounge
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🧦Pajamas provided and Bvlgari his and hers amenity kits
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🛌bassinets provided for babies
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🛺They pick you up at the gate in Dubai and drive you through the airport

First Class Lounge
🏩Free Hotel
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💆🏽‍♀️Free massage at the spa
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🍣Unlimited food and top-shelf liquor
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😴Sleeping Rooms
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🎮Game Room

If you have any questions on how to fly this amazing flight, ask in the comment section below.

@blacktravelfeed @jetsettingchicks @blacklovepage @theblackmancan @melanintravel_ @theblacktravelclub @blackpassportstamps

Check out my YouTube link in the bio to see my flight review of this Emirates FIrst Class flight.

📺 Please like and subscribe!!

We flew this amazing Emirates A380 first-class flight from D.C. to Cairo, Egypt for Thanksgiving. We paid 150,000 Emirates Miles + $207 pp. @styveorealty and I both applied for the following card.

💳American Express Platinum Card

✅100,000 points after $5k spend
✅50,000 points after $15k grocery store spend
✅30,000 points for 💳 referral bonus for Styve's application

✅Total points received 185,000 American Express Points

We didn't use miles for the baby but did have to pay 10% of the first-class fare.

The 2nd 💳 used was the Capital One Spark Business Card. With both cards, we transferred our miles to Emirates Airways.

Perks of ✈️ First Class
🛏Comfortable lay flat beds with plush bedding
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🍸Unlimited food and top-shelf liquor
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🚿Showers onboard
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🍾Onboard bar/lounge
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🧦Pajamas provided and Bvlgari his and hers amenity kits
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🛌bassinets provided for babies
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🛺They pick you up at the gate in Dubai and drive you through the airport

First Class Lounge
🏩Free Hotel
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💆🏽‍♀️Free massage at the spa
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🍣Unlimited food and top-shelf liquor
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😴Sleeping Rooms
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🎮Game Room

If you have any questions on how to fly this amazing flight, ask in the comment section below.

@blacktravelfeed @jetsettingchicks @blacklovepage @theblackmancan @melanintravel_ @theblacktravelclub @blackpassportstamps

Merry Christmas🎄🎁 y’all!!!

No one told us that taking pictures with a sleepy baby is hard but we made it through.

Merry Christmas🎄🎁 y’all!!!

No one told us that taking pictures with a sleepy baby is hard but we made it through.

Check out
💻 PointsDiva.com
📺 Youtube/PointsDiva

You’ll learn how you can have this same experience with your family on points and miles.

Check out
💻 PointsDiva.com
📺 Youtube/PointsDiva

You’ll learn how you can have this same experience with your family on points and miles.

Throw back to 4 years ago when my suga daddy proposed on a rooftop in Santorini, Greece. We both swiped right.

#DestinationOgando

Throw back to 4 years ago when my suga daddy proposed on a rooftop in Santorini, Greece. We both swiped right.

#DestinationOgando

Highlight Video - Cancun During Covid
Check out my YouTube video on our trip to Cancun, Mexico during Covid. We used points and miles for this trip.

Click on the link in my bio to view and subscribe to Points Diva YouTube channel.

✈️ We transferred 22,000 Chase points

💳to British Airways to fly on American Airlines and paid $85 in taxes.

🛌 Paid 25,000 @Hyatt points/night. Taxes and resort fees are waived when paying with points.

#awardtravel #Baecation #TravelTip #travelisthenewclub #travelnoire #theblacktravelclub #TravelForFree #travelguide #Tripadvisor #blacktravelista #blacktravelgram #blackgirlstravel #milesandpoints #travelhacks #blacktravelfeed #PointsDiva #creditcardpoints #charlottetravelblogger #travelblogger #youtube #Cancun #vlog #travelhacking #charlotteblogger #charlottebloggers #charlotteblog @roadto100countries @hyattzivacancun

Highlight Video - Cancun During Covid
Check out my YouTube video on our trip to Cancun, Mexico during Covid. We used points and miles for this trip.

Click on the link in my bio to view and subscribe to Points Diva YouTube channel.

✈️ We transferred 22,000 Chase points

💳to British Airways to fly on American Airlines and paid $85 in taxes.

🛌 Paid 25,000 @Hyatt points/night. Taxes and resort fees are waived when paying with points.

#awardtravel #Baecation #TravelTip #travelisthenewclub #travelnoire #theblacktravelclub #TravelForFree #travelguide #Tripadvisor #blacktravelista #blacktravelgram #blackgirlstravel #milesandpoints #travelhacks #blacktravelfeed #PointsDiva #creditcardpoints #charlottetravelblogger #travelblogger #youtube #Cancun #vlog #travelhacking #charlotteblogger #charlottebloggers #charlotteblog @roadto100countries @hyattzivacancun

Top Things to Do- Cape Town
Link in bio to see the full YouTube 📹
🐘Safari
Aquila Private Game Reserve is a good safari option right outside of Cape Town. You can do a half day safari or spend the night at their lodge. ~80 USD for a sunset 3 hr game drive.
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Head to Stellenbosch or Franschoek wine region for wine tastings. If you don’t have a driver, you can also take a train that will let you off at a few wine estates. $10
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💃🏾Party
If you want to bar hop, head over to Long Street. If you want to get sexy, get a section at Shimmy Beach Club.
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🛥Robben Island- V&A Waterfront
the V&A Waterfront is packed with restaurants, street performers, and shopping.
If you are staying in Cape for longer than 3 days, include a Robben Island tour in your itinerary. You’ll leave from the VA Waterfront and take a 30 min. ferry to the island. There you’ll explore the prison where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years. ~40 USD
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🏔Hike Table Mountain
If it’s a clear day, take a hike up Table Mountain. You’ll get some great 📸of Cape Town.
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🗺City Tour
Hire a driver to see Cape of Good Hope- The southern most tip of Africa ~10 USD and Boulders Beach to see the African penguins ~7 USD
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🚤Charter a boat
If you have a group, charting a yacht or catamaran is very affordable. I used IQ Cruise and would highly recommend them.
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Township
Book a local township tour to explore how the other half live * **Pros**
We felt very safe in Cape Town. Just use precaution as you would anywhere else. Your 💵 goes a long way. There are good hotel options using hotel loyalty points **Cons**
Cape Town is still segregated mentally. It was common for white patrons to stare at our group at nice restaurants or skip you in line at stores. There is still a sense of subservient attitude. Don’t be alarmed if you are lighter skin or mix-race and you are called colored. There is still a class system based on your skin color. I don’t want this to alarm anyone or persuade anyone from not going. Their segregated history is more recent than ours and they have a long way to go as the U.S. does.

Go to www.PointsDiva.com to learn how I used miles and points to make this trip happen.

Top Things to Do- Cape Town
Link in bio to see the full YouTube 📹
🐘Safari
Aquila Private Game Reserve is a good safari option right outside of Cape Town. You can do a half day safari or spend the night at their lodge. ~80 USD for a sunset 3 hr game drive.
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🍷Wine Tour
Head to Stellenbosch or Franschoek wine region for wine tastings. If you don’t have a driver, you can also take a train that will let you off at a few wine estates. $10
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💃🏾Party
If you want to bar hop, head over to Long Street. If you want to get sexy, get a section at Shimmy Beach Club.
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🛥Robben Island- V&A Waterfront
the V&A Waterfront is packed with restaurants, street performers, and shopping.
If you are staying in Cape for longer than 3 days, include a Robben Island tour in your itinerary. You’ll leave from the VA Waterfront and take a 30 min. ferry to the island. There you’ll explore the prison where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years. ~40 USD
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🏔Hike Table Mountain
If it’s a clear day, take a hike up Table Mountain. You’ll get some great 📸of Cape Town.
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🗺City Tour
Hire a driver to see Cape of Good Hope- The southern most tip of Africa ~10 USD and Boulders Beach to see the African penguins ~7 USD
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🚤Charter a boat
If you have a group, charting a yacht or catamaran is very affordable. I used IQ Cruise and would highly recommend them.
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Township
Book a local township tour to explore how the other half live * **Pros**
We felt very safe in Cape Town. Just use precaution as you would anywhere else. Your 💵 goes a long way. There are good hotel options using hotel loyalty points **Cons**
Cape Town is still segregated mentally. It was common for white patrons to stare at our group at nice restaurants or skip you in line at stores. There is still a sense of subservient attitude. Don’t be alarmed if you are lighter skin or mix-race and you are called colored. There is still a class system based on your skin color. I don’t want this to alarm anyone or persuade anyone from not going. Their segregated history is more recent than ours and they have a long way to go as the U.S. does.

Go to www.PointsDiva.com to learn how I used miles and points to make this trip happen.

Highlight Video - Paris, France
If you have a quick trip to Paris, check out my YouTube video on what to do on your layover.

Click on the link in my bio to view and subscribe to Points Diva YouTube channel.
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Highlight Video - Paris, France
If you have a quick trip to Paris, check out my YouTube video on what to do on your layover.

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Highlight Video- Marrakech, Morocco .
https://youtu.be/JZQzQiJ4EOg
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Highlight Video- Marrakech, Morocco .
https://youtu.be/JZQzQiJ4EOg
Click on the link in my bio to view and subscribe to Points Diva YouTube channel.
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#awardtravel #medina #marrakech #riadmarrakesh #marrakesh #Africa #Riad #Moroccotravel #Moroccovacations #Baecation #TravelTip #Morocco #travelisthenewclub #travelnoire #theblacktravelclub #TravelForFree #travelguide #TripReport #Tripadvisor #ultimatereward #blacktravelista #blacktravelgram #blackgirlstravel #blacktravelfeed #PointsDiva #charlottetravelblogger #travelblogger #youtube @roadto100countries

Top Tips for Marrakech, Morocco
1. 3 days is good if you hire a driver and tour guide.

2. Flying business class on @royal__air__maroc is affordable on miles from IAD or JFK
3. Be prepared to shop and negotiate. I wanted to buy a full door but didn’t have the money or house for it. 😢

4. You’ll pay for every picture you want to take. But it will be worth it. Also hire a photographer to get some great shots.
5. Pick a great travel partner. Marrakesh is busy and you need a travel couple that’s similar to your travel style. Thank you @drbrit_fit and @dapper_dayne
6. Go to the burber village to make carpet and hike the Atlas Mountain
7. Stay in a traditional Riad. They are homes converted into a hotel. They are small and gorgeous.
8. Use AMEX, Chase, or Citi points for you hotel accommodation
9. Marrakesh is the Vegas of Morocco so be prepared to party.
10. Contact me on the best way to book this trip and be prepared to experience a different side of Africa like no other.
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#coupleswhotravel #blackcouplestravel #destinationogando #marrakech #morroco #africa #awardtravel #riadwow #businessclasstravel #chaseultimaterewards #pointsdiva #charlotteblogger @roadto100countries

Top Tips for Marrakech, Morocco
1. 3 days is good if you hire a driver and tour guide.

2. Flying business class on @royal__air__maroc is affordable on miles from IAD or JFK
3. Be prepared to shop and negotiate. I wanted to buy a full door but didn’t have the money or house for it. 😢

4. You’ll pay for every picture you want to take. But it will be worth it. Also hire a photographer to get some great shots.
5. Pick a great travel partner. Marrakesh is busy and you need a travel couple that’s similar to your travel style. Thank you @drbrit_fit and @dapper_dayne
6. Go to the burber village to make carpet and hike the Atlas Mountain
7. Stay in a traditional Riad. They are homes converted into a hotel. They are small and gorgeous.
8. Use AMEX, Chase, or Citi points for you hotel accommodation
9. Marrakesh is the Vegas of Morocco so be prepared to party.
10. Contact me on the best way to book this trip and be prepared to experience a different side of Africa like no other.
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#coupleswhotravel #blackcouplestravel #destinationogando #marrakech #morroco #africa #awardtravel #riadwow #businessclasstravel #chaseultimaterewards #pointsdiva #charlotteblogger @roadto100countries

@hyattzilaracanc Hotel Review

The Hyatt Zilara Cancun is a 5⭐ all-inclusive adult only @hyatt hotel. You can stay here for 25k pts/night all year.
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A few highlights include:
⭐Daily and nightly adult entertainment ⭐Free spa access with Diamond status
⭐6 restaurants and 5 bars
⭐Waters sports are included
⭐️Free pool and beach cabanas
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Rates around Valentine’s weekend are $950/night
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You can apply for the below Chase 💳for enough points free weekend stay
#ChaseSapphirePreferred- 60k pts
#ChaseSapphireReserve- 50k pts
#ChaseInkBusinessPreferred- 80k
#ChaseHyatt- 60k pts
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Overall we spent 75,000 pts and ~$150 in spa services and tips for a $1,500 a weekend stay.
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Click the link in my bio to read the full review.
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#TripReport #hotelreviews #Cancun #Mexico #ultimatereward #blacktravelista #blacktravelgram #blackgirlstravel #hotelcreditcard #travelisthenewclub #blackmentravel #blacktravelfeed #PointsDiva #charlottetravelblogger #honeymoon #baecation @hyatt @hyattzilaracanc #hotelreview #Chase @chase

@hyattzilaracanc Hotel Review

The Hyatt Zilara Cancun is a 5⭐ all-inclusive adult only @hyatt hotel. You can stay here for 25k pts/night all year.
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A few highlights include:
⭐Daily and nightly adult entertainment ⭐Free spa access with Diamond status
⭐6 restaurants and 5 bars
⭐Waters sports are included
⭐️Free pool and beach cabanas
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Rates around Valentine’s weekend are $950/night
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You can apply for the below Chase 💳for enough points free weekend stay
#ChaseSapphirePreferred- 60k pts
#ChaseSapphireReserve- 50k pts
#ChaseInkBusinessPreferred- 80k
#ChaseHyatt- 60k pts
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Overall we spent 75,000 pts and ~$150 in spa services and tips for a $1,500 a weekend stay.
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Click the link in my bio to read the full review.
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#TripReport #hotelreviews #Cancun #Mexico #ultimatereward #blacktravelista #blacktravelgram #blackgirlstravel #hotelcreditcard #travelisthenewclub #blackmentravel #blacktravelfeed #PointsDiva #charlottetravelblogger #honeymoon #baecation @hyatt @hyattzilaracanc #hotelreview #Chase @chase

Its Money Monday!! Let's talk about the Citi Mileup American Airlines 💳
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This is a great beginner's credit card and offers 10,000 American miles after $500 spend in 3 months. This is enough for a 1 way domestic ticket. .
You'll get:
✅ 2 American Airline miles per$1 on flights .
✅ 2 American Airline miles per$1 at grocery stores and delivery
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✅ 1 American Airline miles per$1 on all other purchases .
✅ No annual fee
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✅ 25% off in flight snacks on American Airline flights .
✅ Access to presales tickets with Citi Private Access .
And many more perks
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If you are interested in the miles and points game, this is a must 💳to get.
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Click the link in my bio to read my full review of the card.
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@citi #RewardsCreditCard #moneymonday @americanairlines #citiprivateaccess #PointsDiva creditcardrewards #travelblogger #travelisthenewclub pointsandmiles #milesandpoints #travelblogger #RewardFlight #travelwriter #travelhacks #creditcardrewards #BeginnersGuide #AwardFlight

Its Money Monday!! Let's talk about the Citi Mileup American Airlines 💳
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This is a great beginner's credit card and offers 10,000 American miles after $500 spend in 3 months. This is enough for a 1 way domestic ticket. .
You'll get:
✅ 2 American Airline miles per$1 on flights .
✅ 2 American Airline miles per$1 at grocery stores and delivery
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✅ 1 American Airline miles per$1 on all other purchases .
✅ No annual fee
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✅ 25% off in flight snacks on American Airline flights .
✅ Access to presales tickets with Citi Private Access .
And many more perks
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If you are interested in the miles and points game, this is a must 💳to get.
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Click the link in my bio to read my full review of the card.
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@citi #RewardsCreditCard #moneymonday @americanairlines #citiprivateaccess #PointsDiva creditcardrewards #travelblogger #travelisthenewclub pointsandmiles #milesandpoints #travelblogger #RewardFlight #travelwriter #travelhacks #creditcardrewards #BeginnersGuide #AwardFlight

@stregismaldives Hotel Review

The St. Regis Maldives is a 5⭐ @marriottbonvoy hotel. You can stay here for 70k pts/night in the low season.
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A few highlights include:
⭐Free breakfast for platinum members
⭐Personal butler during your stay
⭐Free non-motorize sports
⭐5th night free on 4 night award bookings
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You'll have to pay $650pp for the round trip seaplane transportation.
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You can cover some of the meals with the Marriott AMEX card statement credit
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Overall we spent ~$2,100 for a $46,000 vacation. .
Click the link in my bio to read the full review.
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#TripReport #hotelreviews #stregismaldives #stregishotel #maldives #frequentflyer #blackkidsdotravel #blacktravelista #blacktravelgram #blackgirlstravel #travelisthenewclub #blackmentravel #blacktravelfeed #PointsDiva #charlottetravelblogger #honeymoon #baecation @stregismaldives

@stregismaldives Hotel Review

The St. Regis Maldives is a 5⭐ @marriottbonvoy hotel. You can stay here for 70k pts/night in the low season.
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A few highlights include:
⭐Free breakfast for platinum members
⭐Personal butler during your stay
⭐Free non-motorize sports
⭐5th night free on 4 night award bookings
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You'll have to pay $650pp for the round trip seaplane transportation.
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You can cover some of the meals with the Marriott AMEX card statement credit
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Overall we spent ~$2,100 for a $46,000 vacation. .
Click the link in my bio to read the full review.
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#TripReport #hotelreviews #stregismaldives #stregishotel #maldives #frequentflyer #blackkidsdotravel #blacktravelista #blacktravelgram #blackgirlstravel #travelisthenewclub #blackmentravel #blacktravelfeed #PointsDiva #charlottetravelblogger #honeymoon #baecation @stregismaldives

I often get asked if American’s can still go to #Cuba. The quick answer is YES.
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Listed below are visa, lodging, and money tips to have a stress free trip. *
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✅You can order a $50 visa online. *
✅Pick “Support if Cuban People” for your tourist card at the airport. *
✅@airbnb are the best lodging options. *
✅Bring lots of 💰💰💰💰
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✅Add 10% to your budget for U.S dollar currency exchange. Is you have other currency, exchange that 1st then your US dollar. *
✅Take a Spanish speaking person with you. *
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Currently flights to Havana are under $250 round trip. Knowing you can still go to Cuba, are you interested in going? *
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Click the link in my bio to read the full post. **
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** #HavanaNights #Pointsdiva #Cuba #Cubana #cltflightdeals #clt #704 #charlottetravelblogger #blacktravelclub #charlotteflightdeals #traveltips #frequentflyer #blackkidsdotravel #blacktravelista #blacktravelgram #blackgirlstravel #blackmentravel #blacktravelfeed #PointsDiva

I often get asked if American’s can still go to #Cuba. The quick answer is YES.
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Listed below are visa, lodging, and money tips to have a stress free trip. *
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✅You can order a $50 visa online. *
✅Pick “Support if Cuban People” for your tourist card at the airport. *
✅@airbnb are the best lodging options. *
✅Bring lots of 💰💰💰💰
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✅Add 10% to your budget for U.S dollar currency exchange. Is you have other currency, exchange that 1st then your US dollar. *
✅Take a Spanish speaking person with you. *
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Currently flights to Havana are under $250 round trip. Knowing you can still go to Cuba, are you interested in going? *
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Click the link in my bio to read the full post. **
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** #HavanaNights #Pointsdiva #Cuba #Cubana #cltflightdeals #clt #704 #charlottetravelblogger #blacktravelclub #charlotteflightdeals #traveltips #frequentflyer #blackkidsdotravel #blacktravelista #blacktravelgram #blackgirlstravel #blackmentravel #blacktravelfeed #PointsDiva

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