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Also: Best Alaska cruises for families December 30, 2023 [THE POINTS GUY]( [View in browser]( [TPG Daily NEWSLETTER]( [THE POINTS GUY]( Exciting new properties to explore by Tanner Saunders, Senior Hotels Reporter [TPG | Hero Image] With just two days left of 2023, you probably already have your sights on [where to travel in the new year](. If you’re as hotel-obsessed as we are, why not let our list of [the best new hotels that opened in 2023]( guide your plans? From a chic and budget-friendly motor lodge in the Smoky Mountains to a luxe all-inclusive resort hidden within another, there’s truly something for everyone on the list, including family-friendly options, design-forward city stays and points hotels in far-flung places like the Galapagos. There’s even a [safari lodge you can book with Marriott Bonvoy points](. And if you’re curious about the best way to book those hotels, there are [plenty of great cards]( to help you earn points for future trips, like the [Chase Sapphire Preferred Card]( which lets you earn 5 points per dollar on travel booked through the Chase travel portal. Or, with [The Platinum Card® from American Express]( you can get elitelike perks and a $200 credit by booking many upscale hotels through [Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts]( (enrollment is required). Cheers to many great trips in the year ahead! 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](. Photo Credit: FIFTH AVENUE HOTEL. Today’s top stories [Chase Freedom Unlimited special offer: Double your rewards in the 1st year]( There are new sign-up offers on the Chase Freedom Flex and Chase Freedom Unlimited that may make them even more compelling. [Read more]( [6 best Alaska cruises for families]( Alaska has much to offer families with kids of all ages, but you'll want to pick the right ship and itinerary. [Read more]( [How to check if you’re targeted for the 150K Amex Platinum offer or the 90K Amex Gold offer via CardMatch]( Read this first to see if you might be eligible for one of these incredible offers. [Read more]( [Here are 9 of our favorite ways to use Amex Membership Rewards points]( American Express Membership Rewards points are very valuable, but what are the best sweet spots when you go to redeem them? [Read more]( [Airline baggage fees: Here's how much it costs to check a bag on major US airlines]( Many airlines now charge a checked bag fee and some even have a carry-on luggage fee. [Read more]( Got a minute? We’d love to learn more about you! Take our quick, 60-second survey — your input will help TPG improve your newsletter experience. [Take survey]( The latest 1. [How credit cards can help you kick off your New Year’s resolutions]( 2. [What to do if an airline damages your luggage]( 3. [What is wave season? Perhaps the cheapest time to book a cruise]( 4. [Quick Points: Book Qatar Qsuites before anyone else]( 5. [Lofty views, modern vibes: A review of Conrad Osaka]( [fb]( [insta]( [yt]( [tw]( [in]( [mail](mailto:hello@thepointsguy.com) You are receiving this email because you opted in at [thepointsguy.com](. Where to find us: The Points Guy 100 5th Ave., 16th Floor New York, NY 10011 USA USA If this newsletter was forwarded to you, you can subscribe [here](. 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 2023