And that is why we use the Starwood AMEX card. Staying at the Hotel Eden this summer on Cash&Points - a luxury collection hotel for 8,000 points and $150 per night.

You don't mention if you have any other loyalty programs you're in but they are often the best way to get vacations for very little $$$. We've had amazing vacations around the world the last four years at almost no cost thanks to the Starwood AMEX!