How One Couple Flew Across the World to Australia and New Zealand For Under $2,500 Using Points

"We stayed at the Park Hyatt Auckland using 43,000 World of Hyatt points for a two-night redemption, and the hotel was stunning — our bathroom alone was giving spa vibes with a huge rain shower, a soaking tub, and fancy bath products that we loved; plus a major tennis tournament was happening nearby that we stumbled into." - Chris Dong Chris Dong Chris Dong is a travel reporter, editor, and strategist. He covers everything from the latest luxury hotels to the nuances of credit card rewards programs. Previously, Chris was a reporter and newsletter editor at The Points Guy. His work also appears in Lonely Planet, AFAR, The Washington Post, and Business Insider, among others. Chris lives in Los Angeles after spending nearly a decade in New York City. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines