Folks, this is your last chance. Book your stay before the 2020 Marriott devaluation to lock-in your rates! Otherwise, be prepared for hefty increases tomorrow! … [Read more...] about Book Your Stay Before the 2020 Marriott Devaluation!
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My 2020 Loyalty Program Statuses
New Year's can be an especially nerve-racking time for people in our hobby. After all, it's the time of year when the slate is wiped clean and we begin anew. So, here are my 2020 loyalty program statuses. … [Read more...] about My 2020 Loyalty Program Statuses
Hilton Hotel Coming to Honolulu Airport
While news of a new Marriott Vacation Club in Waikiki caught me off-guard. But news yesterday of a new Hilton hotel coming to Honolulu Airport surprised the hell out of me! … [Read more...] about Hilton Hotel Coming to Honolulu Airport
Double-Check Your Marriott Bonvoy Award Reservations
Over a year and a half since Marriott undertook its massive integration with Starwood's system, problems continue to persist. So, double-check your Marriott Bonvoy award reservations for any funny business. … [Read more...] about Double-Check Your Marriott Bonvoy Award Reservations
Review: Residence Inn Portland Downtown Pearl District
After hitting all our major sites in Seattle, we headed for Oregon, which is someplace my grandparents had never been to. And, for our base of operations while there, I chose the Residence Inn Portland Downtown Pearl District. … [Read more...] about Review: Residence Inn Portland Downtown Pearl District
Hotel Review: Alohilani Resort – Waikiki
As I mentioned in my 2019 Honolulu Marathon introduction post, I chose to book away from the big hotel chains this year and stay at the Alohilani Resort. And, despite a few bumps, I was pleasantly surprised. … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Alohilani Resort – Waikiki
The World of Hyatt is Devaluing Again
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
Why I Got the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass
I've had the Amex Hilton Honors card for a little while now, since it was good enough for me at the time of application. But, recently I decided to get another Amex Hilton card. So here's why I got the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass card. … [Read more...] about Why I Got the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass
Meridia at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
For our second and final dinner on the Big Island, I chose to make reservations at Meridia at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort, which is the hotel's signature restaurant. … [Read more...] about Meridia at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
Book Hotels Through Ultimate Rewards Instead of Transferring
The normal rule of thumb is to transfer your Ultimate Rewards points to the partner(s) of your choice, right? Well, here's why you should book hotels through Ultimate Rewards instead of transferring your points. … [Read more...] about Book Hotels Through Ultimate Rewards Instead of Transferring