Editorial & Affiliate Disclosure

Strategic-Traveler is an independent travel publication created by Gary Petrie. Its purpose is to help readers make informed decisions about hotels, destinations, loyalty programs, points and miles, and travel-related benefits.

Firsthand experience and research

I distinguish experiences I have personally had from information I have researched. A hotel review based on a stay should explain when I visited and any circumstances that materially affected the experience. Research-based guides should not imply that I have personally stayed at every property or used every product mentioned.

Affiliate links

If Strategic-Traveler uses affiliate links, it may earn a commission when a reader follows a link and completes an eligible purchase, booking, or application. Articles containing those links will explain that relationship clearly near the relevant recommendation or links. This page describes the editorial approach; it does not replace a disclosure within the article itself.

Hosted stays, gifts, and sponsored content

If a hotel, airline, brand, or other business provides a complimentary or discounted experience, gift, payment, or another material benefit connected with coverage, that relationship will be identified in the relevant content. Sponsored content will be labeled clearly. Compensation does not justify inaccurate claims or a recommendation that does not reflect my assessment.

Independence and scope

Recommendations consider location, experience, total cost, flexibility, and benefits. No guide can cover every available option. Offers, prices, award availability, program rules, and benefits can change. Readers should confirm the current terms with the provider before making a booking or application.

Credit-card and loyalty content

Credit-card and loyalty discussions are general educational information. They do not account for every reader’s financial circumstances or guarantee approval, availability, savings, or a particular benefit. A reward should be weighed against fees, interest, spending requirements, and the terms that apply to you.

Corrections and questions

If you spot an error, outdated detail, or an unclear disclosure, please contact Gary through the Contact page. Include the article title and the detail that needs attention so it can be reviewed.