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Also: Erroneous Marriott Bonvoy redemption surcharges [The Points Guy]( WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY Dec 27, 2021 MALDIVES VACATION One aspirational island destination stands out above the rest for many points and miles collectors: the [Maldives](. When visiting this island nation, you can [redeem points to stay at Maldives resorts]( that take up entire islands, many of which offer [overwater villas]( and over-the-top luxury. There are plenty of ways to [get to the Maldives on points and miles]( but my favorite is [Qatar Qsuite](. I visited the Maldives for the first time this fall, [flying Qatar Qsuite]( and reviewing four resorts: - [Marriott's Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa]( - [IHG's Six Senses Laamu]( - [IHG's Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives]( - [IHG's InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort]( Each resort was fantastic, and there are aspects I loved about each. But I'd recommend limiting yourself to just one or two resorts. After all, it takes time to transfer between resorts and the [transfer fees levied by Maldives resorts]( add up. Katie Genter, Senior Writer Posts in this newsletter contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our Advertising Policy, [visit this page](. TODAY'S TOP STORIES [4 lessons learned from searching for the northern lights above the Arctic Circle]( Here's what to do (and not do) when trying to see the northern lights. [Read more]( [Traveling soon? Here’s where you can quickly get a COVID-19 test]( If you’ve tried to get a COVID-19 test recently, you might have run into significant delays. [Read more]( [The little-understood government rule that allows airlines to dominate certain airports]( Here's the basics on what an airport slot is and how slots work in the U.S. [Read more]( [Your odds of seeing the northern lights in Alaska are good this winter — here’s why]( Powerful solar winds make this winter and next an excellent time to visit Alaska. [Read more]( [Marriott may have mistakenly charged you a ‘redemption surcharge’ on a recent stay]( Here's how to check whether you were charged an erroneous redemption surcharge on a recent Marriott stay. [Read more]( THE LATEST 1 [How (and why) to change your airline for your Amex fee credit this year]( 2 [The ultimate guide to getting upgraded on United Airlines]( 3 [Tips for traveling with prescription medication, according to a pharmacist]( 4 [Omicron update: When will international travel return? A country-by-country guide to coronavirus recovery]( 5 [I’m ending 2021 with top-tier Alaska and Hyatt status: Here’s my plan for 2022]( 6 [Book coveted Singapore Airlines first-class suites for just 86,000 miles each way]( 7 [Sorry, that extra $35 you got in your Uber account was a mistake]( 8 [Sweet Spot Sunday: Add a stopover to your Aeroplan award ticket for just 5,000 miles]( 9 [What to do if the airline loses your car seat]( 10 [Deal alert: Visit European capitals for as low as $358 round-trip]( [fb]( [insta]( [yt]( [tw]( [in](#) [mail](mailto:tpg@thepointsguy.com) You are receiving this because you opted in at [thepointsguy.com](. Where to find us: The Points Guy 100 5th Ave., 16th Floor New York, NY 10011 USA0 USA Changed your mind? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe]( at any time. Advertiser Disclosure: The credit card offers that appear on the website are from credit card companies from which [ThePointsGuy.com]( receives compensation. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site (including, for example, the order in which they appear). This site does not include all credit card companies or all available credit card offers. Please view our [advertising policy page]( for more information. Editorial Note: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. THE POINTS GUY © ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2022