Yesterday the Marriott and Starwood 2018 category changes came out. And, man, there's a lot of changes this year! … [Read more...] about Marriott and Starwood 2018 Category Changes
Hotels
Blackstone Group to Acquire the Grand Wailea
After years of changing hands, Blackstone Group to acquire the Grand Wailea on Maui. … [Read more...] about Blackstone Group to Acquire the Grand Wailea
2018 Hawaii Travel Predictions
2017 brought some interesting changes to Hawaii's travel industry, many of which will continue through 2018. So here's my 2018 Hawaii travel predictions. … [Read more...] about 2018 Hawaii Travel Predictions
New Hotel Coming to the Wailea Resort
A new hotel coming to the Wailea Resort will open near the Residence Inn by Marriott Maui Wailea. … [Read more...] about New Hotel Coming to the Wailea Resort
Amex and Chase to Issue Marriott Credit Cards
Marriott and Starwood's merger closed over a year ago, but details on a combined loyalty program remain scarce. But now we know a little more: Amex and Chase to issue Marriott credit cards going forward. … [Read more...] about Amex and Chase to Issue Marriott Credit Cards
Year-End World of Hyatt Promotion
Hyatt's year-end World of Hyatt promotion for 2017 is a pretty good offer. From now until the end of the year, members earn double points on all paid stays. … [Read more...] about Year-End World of Hyatt Promotion
Marriott Rewards MORE Update
Last week Marriott Rewards launched a new online shopping portal. And despite its short existence, there have already been changes. So here's a Marriott Rewards MORE update. … [Read more...] about Marriott Rewards MORE Update
Disneyland is Getting a New Hotel
California's Disneyland is getting a new hotel. But details on this new property are still vague. … [Read more...] about Disneyland is Getting a New Hotel
Oahu’s Turtle Bay Resort Sold to Investment Company
Oahu's Turtle Bay Resort is a popular hotel on the "fabled North Shore." But late last week, local news sources reported that the Turtle Bay Resort sold to mainland investors. … [Read more...] about Oahu’s Turtle Bay Resort Sold to Investment Company
China Oceanwide Discusses Ko Olina Projects
In an interview with Hawaii Business Magazine, China Oceanwide discusses Ko Olina projects and gives us a glimpse of its strategy for the West Oahu resort. … [Read more...] about China Oceanwide Discusses Ko Olina Projects