Thrifty Traveler delves into the debate of whether Hilton could surpass Hyatt as the leading hotel program, highlighting Hilton's recent enhancements and valuable redemptions compared to Hyatt's evolving landscape. The Points Guy adds that this deal ends in a week, intensifying the competition among loyalty program members. The recent IHG One Rewards devaluation has sparked concerns among loyal members, raising questions about the future of loyalty programs and the impact on member benefits.