Our opinions are our own. If you're a Hyatt fan and you're looking for a fast path to free nights and elite status, this card is a perfect fit.

And, frankly, is it worth pursuing elite status at all? To help you answer these questions, we'll dive into World of Hyatt's status hierarchy, how its status tiers work and if it's worth earning.

But with World of Hyatt, members can combine points freely and with few restrictions. That's right: Hyatt members can transfer points to other members without paying a fee. Doing so can help make a ...