Hi,

I'm new to the forum, and recently got into the travel rewards world (it's becoming a hobby of sorts). I am planning a trip to Bali later this summer and could use some advice on how to best utilize points to get there.

I have a Starwood Amex with approximately 70,000 points, and my partner has approximately 230,000 Marriott rewards points. We are hoping to fly from Norfolk, VA to Bangkok for a 2 night stay, and then taking a cheaper Air Asia flight to Bali. Planning on a two week trip in late May or June.

My question is how to best utilize these points? We were looking at doing the Marriott hotel and flight package, and then converting the SPG points to AAdvantage miles. Unfortunately the only route there through American is all first class (and Cathay Pacific, as I understand, is difficult for redemption), and would cost 400,000 points! Are there any other redemption options I should look at? We are aware that some cash will have to be used on a hotel, or flight, but looking for the most efficient options.

I have a Chase Sapphire and Citi Prestige card on the way, but I will not have enough time to complete the offer spend in time to utilize those points. Any advice anyone can offer would be appreciated.