The Dad Math of Travel: When Upgrades, Points, and Extra Nights Are Worth It

Short answer: Run the spend through four questions: Does it protect my energy? Protect a shared memory? Reduce friction? Will I regret skipping it? If two or more are yes, pay the cash or burn the points. That’s the dad math. The cheapest option usually isn’t best, and the priciest rarely earns its keep. I’ve […]