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
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MGM Resorts is Joining Marriott Bonvoy
We recently learned that Hyatt and MGM will be ending their long partnership later this year. However, at the time, we had no idea why. Well, it didn't take long to get answers, as we known know that MGM Resorts is Joining Marriott Bonvoy. … [Read more...] about MGM Resorts is Joining Marriott Bonvoy
Buh-Bye Marriott Bonvoy Premier Visa
As you all know, I've been on a mission to reduce the amount of annual fees I'm paying. The latest development in this mission is me saying buh-by Marriott Bonvoy Premier Visa! This was a no-brainer, given my current travel style and the card's utility to me. … [Read more...] about Buh-Bye Marriott Bonvoy Premier Visa
My Preferred Waikiki Marriotts
Recently, I completed my Ultimate Guide to Marriott Hotels in Waikiki, which is something that's been years in the making. But now, I want to go over my preferred Waikiki Marriotts split up by different stay styles. … [Read more...] about My Preferred Waikiki Marriotts
Review: Hotel Citrine, Tribute Collection
Given our late arrival into San Jose, there was no way I was going to drive out to Carmel that night. So, for our first night in California, I chose Hotel Citrine, a Marriott Tribute Collection property in Palo Alto. This was my second Tribute Collection stay and my first dual-brand property. … [Read more...] about Review: Hotel Citrine, Tribute Collection
Review: Sheraton Princess Kaiulani
It's official! I've finally stayed at all of the Marriott properties in Waikiki with my recent stay at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani. To be honest, I could've stayed here long ago, but I just couldn't get myself to do so. Recently, though, I decided to finally pull the trigger. … [Read more...] about Review: Sheraton Princess Kaiulani
Bonvoyed at the Westin Seattle
One of the worst hotel stays I've ever had was at the Westin Seattle. Considering that Westin is an upscale brand, this stay failed on every single point, including facilities and service. … [Read more...] about Bonvoyed at the Westin Seattle
Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront Review
The second hotel of our Labor Day Weekend PNW Adventure was in Portland, Oregon. Specifically, I booked a night at the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront to try something new. Plus, it was one of the cheaper options with a central location that weekend. … [Read more...] about Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront Review
Waikiki Beach Marriott City View Junior Suite
Recently, the Island Milers needed a hotel in Honolulu for a couple of nights. Not wanting to relive our Surfjack nightmare, we booked our old stand-by and got to check out the Waikiki Beach Marriott City View Junior Suite, which is now one of my favorite room types at the hotel. … [Read more...] about Waikiki Beach Marriott City View Junior Suite
Marriott Bonvoy is About to Get Much Worse
Recently, Marriott's super-premium credit card got a major overhaul. However, I'm concerned that the revamped Bonvoy Brilliant could erode elite benefits and, paired with other coming changes, that means Marriott Bonvoy is about to get much worse. … [Read more...] about Marriott Bonvoy is About to Get Much Worse