Undoubtedly, all of you have already know that the World of Hyatt is devaluing again. But if you don't, let's briefly go over what's changed and what I think of those changes. … [Read more...] about The World of Hyatt is Devaluing Again
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So Much for Redeeming at Hyatt Centric Waikiki
I have a BIG problem with Hyatt; it can be damn near impossible to redeem points and certificates with them. And, now, another change has me saying so much for redeeming at Hyatt Centric Waikiki. … [Read more...] about So Much for Redeeming at Hyatt Centric Waikiki
Coco Palms Project Grinds to a Halt
The long-stalled attempt to re-open Kauai's iconic Coco Palms hotel hit yet another snag. But this time, the circumstances are much worse. That's because the Coco Palms project grinds to a halt with no clear resolution in sight. … [Read more...] about Coco Palms Project Grinds to a Halt
2019 World of Hyatt Category Changes Go Live Monday
Just a friendly reminder, the 2019 World of Hyatt Category changes go live on Monday! So make sure you make your award reservations for properties adjusting up NOW. … [Read more...] about 2019 World of Hyatt Category Changes Go Live Monday
How to do the Honolulu Marathon Right
This past December, Mrs. Island Miler took the plunge and did the Honolulu Marathon for the first time. And based on our experience, here's how to do the Honolulu Marathon right for both visitors and kama'aina. … [Read more...] about How to do the Honolulu Marathon Right
World of Hyatt Qualification Adjustments
Yesterday news broke regarding Hyatt's loyalty program. Specifically, World of Hyatt qualification adjustments and Milestone Rewards are coming. And, as is usually the case nowadays, the changes are a mixture of good, bad, and strange. … [Read more...] about World of Hyatt Qualification Adjustments
Coco Palms Project is Back on Track + St. Regis Princeville Woes
Following a court ruling last month, the Coco Palms project is back on track. And, hopefully, this will be the last big delay the highly anticipated project experiences. Also on the Kauai, confusion abounds at the St. Regis Princeville. What the heck is going on?! … [Read more...] about Coco Palms Project is Back on Track + St. Regis Princeville Woes
Review: Delano Las Vegas
I needed to stay in a different hotel than my primary one for one night in Vegas. And my choice of hotel ended up being the Delano Las Vegas. … [Read more...] about Review: Delano Las Vegas
Hyatt is Testing More Cuts
What's going on at Hyatt? Are they trying to be the American Airlines of the lodging industry? Rumor has it Hyatt is testing more cuts! … [Read more...] about Hyatt is Testing More Cuts
Seriously? Prepaid Rates Only?
I'm getting so tired of Hyatt's shenanigans. How can a property have prepaid rates only? … [Read more...] about Seriously? Prepaid Rates Only?