: Use tools like Awayz to calculate whether a cash or points booking offers better value for your specific dates.

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: High-end properties often have exorbitant cash rates. If a luxury hotel costs $1,000 a night but only 95,000 points, and you can buy those points for $500, you’ve essentially snagged a 50% discount.

: Some programs require your account to be active for 30–90 days before you can purchase points.