The top five award destinations for December - USATODAY.com

Wondering where to go with all those frequent flier miles? If you know where to look, the airlines will help you choose flights with seats readily accessible to mileage program members.

In response to the outcry from mileage collectors frustrated by the lack of available award seats, the airlines are attempting to steer program members in the direction of flights which are good prospects for would-be award travelers, both by listing destinations with plenty of empty seats (hot spots) and occasionally discounting award flights to lower-demand destinations.

Mexico's Cancun 'A Great Party Town'

Mexicos Cancun A Great Party Town Mexico's popular travel destination Cancun is a thriving party town, an expert has said.

Visitors can enjoy impressive hotels, themed nightclubs, restaurants and bars, as well as the usually warm temperatures, according to Jennifer Rodger, writing for the Daily Mirror.

It can also be a great choice for families, the travel commentator added, due to the fact that there are all-inclusive hotels with creche facilities and organised activities.