Given that we were flying out of LAX, I wanted to stay a night closer to the airport. No way were we driving up from Costa Mesa the day of! And for this stay, I chose the Los Angeles Airport Marriott. … [Read more...] about Review: Los Angeles Airport Marriott
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I Used the New Marriott Award Top Off
One of my biggest frustrations with Marriott Bonvoy has been their crap, free night certificates. However, the only positive change to come this year is the ability to add points to these certificates. And not long after the feature went live, I used the new Marriott Award Top Off feature with great success! … [Read more...] about I Used the New Marriott Award Top Off
Review: Westin Maui Resort and Spa
As I mentioned in a previous post, we split our time on Maui between Kaanapali and Wailea to sample a Marriott and a Hilton. The first of these hotels ended up being the Westin Maui Resort & Spa in Kaanapali. … [Read more...] about Review: Westin Maui Resort and Spa
Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
After our interesting flight and securing our car, all I wanted to do was get something to eat and get to bed. However, that meant driving 45-ish minutes on the 405 down to Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. … [Read more...] about Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Marriott Bonvoy Changes in Hawaii
In late March, Marriott is eliminating its award charts. They say that for the remainder of 2022, we shouldn't see significant pricing changes. But that doesn't mean things stay as they are. Changes are coming. So let's discuss the Marriott Bonvoy changes in Hawaii for 2022. … [Read more...] about Marriott Bonvoy Changes in Hawaii
Review: Waikiki Beach Marriott Deluxe Suite
Of all the times I've stayed at the Waikiki Beach Marriott, I've never gotten a room larger than a Jr Suite. But that all changed during my recent stay, which was great! So let's talk about the Waikiki Beach Marriott Deluxe Suite since there really isn't much information about it out there. … [Read more...] about Review: Waikiki Beach Marriott Deluxe Suite
Ugh: Marriott is Switching to Dynamic Pricing
Despite the general consensus about the program, I've been pleased overall with Marriott Bonvoy. That, however, is likely to change in a few months as Marriott is switching to dynamic pricing. Farewell, transparency! … [Read more...] about Ugh: Marriott is Switching to Dynamic Pricing
Elements by Westin Hotel Coming to Kapolei
Oahu has been seeing a bit of a hotel boom in recent years. But, these hotels aren't what you'd expect when you think about Hawaii, as they're all limited-service city hotels. So, news that an Elements by Westin hotel is coming to Kapolei doesn't surprise me one bit. … [Read more...] about Elements by Westin Hotel Coming to Kapolei
The Renaissance Brand is Returning to Hawaii
In the past, Marriott's Renaissance brand had two Hawaii outposts - the Renaissance Ilikai and the Renaissance Wailea. The former is now simply the Ilikai, while the latter became the Andaz Maui. But the Renaissance brand is returning to Hawaii with a brand new hotel now under construction in Honolulu. … [Read more...] about The Renaissance Brand is Returning to Hawaii
Outrigger Moves Ahead with Kona Resort Purchase
Last year, I reported that the Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay would be leaving Marriott. The reason for the departure was the acquisition of the property by Hawaii-based Outrigger Hotels & Resorts. And though it seemed like the sell was off, Outrigger moves ahead with the Kona resort purchase. … [Read more...] about Outrigger Moves Ahead with Kona Resort Purchase