Park Hyatt Beaver Creek – Revolutionizing Your Journey

[YouTube Bonus] How I Stayed at a $7,500 Ski Resort for FREE Using Points | Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Review

By Bakir Djulic | May 19, 2025

Can you enjoy a luxury ski trip for almost free?

In this episode, DeAndre Coke shares his four-night stay at the 5-star Park Hyatt Beaver Creek in Colorado—paid entirely with points and miles. This trip had everything from a suite upgrade and gourmet breakfasts to ski-in, ski-out access and firepit s’mores.

Tune in to hear how DeAndre booked the stay, tips for maximizing your points, and what to expect from one of Colorado’s most family-friendly mountain resorts.

Resources:

LTH Online Points & Miles In Depth Course:
- Use coupon code “BOLDYGO” for a 50% discount!
BoldlyGo Travel With Points & Miles Facebook Group
Truicity Wealth Management

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Quick Hits: More Zil Payroll Woes and More!

By BoldlyGo | April 4, 2025

In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke checks in from the stunning Park Hyatt Beaver Creek in Colorado, offering a glimpse into the luxury ski-in/ski-out experience.

He shares the latest on the ongoing Zil Money payroll issues, including frustrations from users unable to process payments via credit card. The episode also covers recent turbulence with Southwest Airlines, from point devaluations to new passenger fees, and how American and Delta are stepping in with status match opportunities. DeAndre closes out by breaking down the new Chase and United card changes, which have sparked conversations around value, fees, and whether these cards still make sense for savvy travelers.

Whether you’re navigating the slopes of travel rewards or reassessing your credit card strategy, this episode delivers timely insights to help you make smarter moves with your points and miles.

Key takeaways:

Park Hyatt Beaver Creek: A true ski-in/ski-out luxury resort offering a premium travel experience.
Zil Money Update: The payroll-by-card system experienced downtime, impacting users across multiple platforms.
Southwest Airlines Devaluation: Points were devalued, and new fees were introduced, frustrating loyal customers.
Status Match Opportunities: American Airlines and Delta are offering matches for Southwest elites.
Chase & United Card Changes: Increased annual fees and reduced perks make co-branded cards less valuable.
Community Insight: Ongoing discussions in the Boldly Go Facebook group reflect traveler concerns and strategies.
Rewards Program Monitoring: Staying informed is key to adapting to the changing travel rewards landscape.