We recently learned that The Venetian Las Vegas would be ending its relationship with Intercontinental Hotel Group, and would be teaming up with Hyatt. However, we didn't know when that would happen. But it seems they got things done QUICK, as the Venetian is now live with World of Hyatt! … [Read more...] about The Venetian is Now Live with World of Hyatt
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The Venetian Las Vegas Joins World of Hyatt
Recently, we learned of the loss of a major points and miles option in Sin City, with the of The Venetian Las Vegas from IHG. However, thankfully, this loss is a temporary one, as The Venetian Las Vegas joins World of Hyatt - a big win for the brand that recently had a major loss in the area, too. … [Read more...] about The Venetian Las Vegas Joins World of Hyatt
The Venetian and IHG are Parting Ways
It seems that loyalty program in Las Vegas have been a state of constant change over the past several years, including adjustments to Caesar Rewards, MGM Rewards, and MGM's flip from the World of Hyatt to Marriott Bonvoy. Well, it isn't stopping there, as the Venetian and IHG are parting ways now, too. … [Read more...] about The Venetian and IHG are Parting Ways
Las Vegas May Get Another Airport
Las Vegas is a popular visitor destination and, increasingly, a place for people to call home. As visitor and/or resident numbers continue to climb, infrastructure needs to expand, too. And, apparently, Vegas officials have long been planning for one of their largest pieces of infrastructure to need additional capacity. That infrastructure is, of course, Harry Reid … [Read more...] about Las Vegas May Get Another Airport
Marriott-MGM Integration Is Complete
The much-delayed and convoluted process of partnering MGM Resorts with Marriott appears to finally come to fruition, as it seems as if the Marriott-MGM integration is complete! … [Read more...] about Marriott-MGM Integration Is Complete
Some MGM Properties Are Now Live With Marriott
Last year, MGM ditched Hyatt for Marriott. Since the initial announcement, though, things have been far from smooth. However, some MGM properties are now live with Marriott, albeit with dubious benefits for members of both programs. … [Read more...] about Some MGM Properties Are Now Live With Marriott
Marriott-MGM Benefits Revealed
No, we don't know when the delayed Marriott-MGM partnership is going to launch. However, the two companies recently released more information about the program. So let's talk about these Marriott-MGM benefits, which I think are a bit disappointing. … [Read more...] about Marriott-MGM Benefits Revealed
Marriott-MGM Partnership is Delayed
I know this is old news now, but I only came to the realization that the Marriott-MGM partnership is delayed when I began working on my year-in-review post and noticed that we're way past the announced "October" timeline of the tie-up. Unfortunately, information on the entire relationship remains limited, even as we approach the new launch window. … [Read more...] about Marriott-MGM Partnership is Delayed
Old Homestead Steakhouse at Caesars Palace
Being a Caesars Reward Diamond Member, I had a Celebration Dinner to use. So, I decided to use it at the Old Homestead Steakhouse at Caesars Palace. Why? Because I love a good steak. … [Read more...] about Old Homestead Steakhouse at Caesars Palace
MGM Resorts is Making Big Changes
What's going on? There are a couple of rumors and a formal statement about MGM Resorts making big changes. Let's go over what we know so far. … [Read more...] about MGM Resorts is Making Big Changes