I spotted something unusual this morning – a wave of Asia Miles availability from Hong Kong that's creating some genuinely compelling redemptions. We're talking business class to Europe, premium economy across multiple European cities, and economy flights to the West Coast that make transpacific travel accessible even if you're just starting to build your points balance.

But the real story today is hiding in the hotel redemptions. Hyatt is showing values above 11 cents per point in the Maldives – that's the kind of redemption that makes you reconsider your entire points strategy.

Which Hyatt property in today's newsletter is delivering the highest value per point?

The answer is at the bottom of today's newsletter... keep scrolling!

Hong Kong to Frankfurt on Cathay Pacific - Business Class

Just 88,000 Asia Miles one-way

Available: Feb 28 (Saturday)

Availability: Low (book now)

Why it's special: Cathay Pacific business class to Europe is consistently rated among the best in the industry, and 88K Asia Miles is a solid redemption rate for a long-haul business class seat. This route is over 5,900 miles, so you're getting excellent value per mile flown. Cathay's reverse herringbone seats, extensive wine list, and strong catering make this a premium experience worth burning miles for.

How to book: Transfer Amex, Citi, or Capital One points to Cathay Pacific Asia Miles, then search on the Asia Miles website. You can also transfer from Marriott Bonvoy if you have a stash there (though the 3:1 ratio is less appealing).

Hong Kong → London - 27,000 Asia Miles | Feb 27 | Low availability

Hong Kong → Paris - 27,000 Asia Miles | Feb 27-28 | Low availability

Hong Kong → Frankfurt - 27,000 Asia Miles | Feb 27-28 | Low availability

Hong Kong → Los Angeles - 27,000 Asia Miles | Feb 27-28 | Low availability

Hong Kong → San Francisco - 27,000 Asia Miles | Feb 27-28 | Low availability

Hong Kong → New York - 38,000 Asia Miles | Feb 27 | Low availability

💡 Pro tip: The 27K redemptions to Europe and the West Coast are exceptional value for long-haul economy. That's less than you'd pay for many domestic US business class awards.

New York → Hong Kong - 38,000 Asia Miles | Feb 27-28 | Low availability

Los Angeles → Hong Kong - 27,000 Asia Miles | Feb 27-28 | Low availability

San Francisco → Hong Kong - 27,000 Asia Miles | Feb 27-28 | Low availability

London → Hong Kong - 27,000 Asia Miles | Feb 27 | Low availability

Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa - Gaafu Alifu Atoll, Maldives

Value: 11.2 cents per point | ~30,000 points per night

This is one of those redemptions that makes you question whether the points are priced correctly. At 11.2cpp, you're getting over $3,300 in value for 30K World of Hyatt points. That's a Category 5 property delivering ultra-luxury value. Cash rates at this overwater villa resort are astronomical, making this one of the best uses of Hyatt points in the entire program.

Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa - Grand Cayman

Value: 4.7 cents per point | ~70,000 points per night

Caribbean luxury at exceptional value through IHG. This beachfront resort typically commands premium cash rates, but at 4.7cpp you're stretching your IHG points significantly further than usual.

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