About Us

At Forward Points + Travel, we understand that your travel dreams deserve to become a reality, just like they did for our founder and travel advisor, Renee Ward. Instilled with a love for exploration by her parents, Renee now brings that same passion to helping you discover the world.

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Renee has explored 37 countries, flown with 25 different airlines, and sailed on nine unforgettable cruises, gaining invaluable insights and experiences along the way. For the past decade, her family has enjoyed frequent, luxurious travels, all thanks to strategically leveraging airline and hotel points through smart credit card sign-on bonuses. This approach allows travelers to maximize their adventures while minimizing costs—and Renee is here to help you do the same.

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Renee’s expertise includes booking with points or miles across a wide range of airlines and hotel chains, including Aer Lingus, AeroMexico, Air Canada, Air France, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Airlines, Hilton properties, Hyatt properties, Iberia Airlines, IHG properties, Japan Airlines, JetBlue, KLM, Lufthansa Airlines, Marriott Properties, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines. She is also an Alaska Certified Expert with Princess Cruises.

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As an affiliate of Trips & Ships Luxury Travel and an independent contractor with Travel Leaders Network member, Renee provides personalized trips complete with extra perks. Travel Leaders advisors can offer exclusive amenities and unique experiences that may not be available when booking on your own. Perks vary, but can include:

• Hotels: Room upgrades, daily breakfast, welcome amenities, early check-in or late check-out, and free Wi-Fi.

• Cruises: Shipboard credits, complimentary shore excursions, welcome aboard receptions, dedicated on-board hosts, and private car and driver services.

• Group Space: Special amenities like shipboard credit and prepaid gratuities.

• Museums and Venues: Special access.

• Accommodations: Unique accommodations with special amenities.

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Moreover, Renee specializes in navigating the intricate world of credit card rewards, transferring points from Chase Ultimate Rewards, Capital One, American Express, and Citi Premier credit cards to unlock unparalleled travel opportunities.

Whether you’re a young family yearning for adventure, a couple seeking a romantic getaway, a group planning a collective expedition, or a traveler with unique accessibility needs, Renee tailors experiences to meet your specific desires

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At Forward Points + Travel, our commitment is to optimize your resources and time to curate unforgettable travel experiences. Let’s embark on your next adventure together, where every journey is as unique as the travelers themselves.