While the Westin Hapuna is a large, gorgeous property, it lacks variety when it comes to dining. In fact, the Ikena Landing Breakfast is the only breakfast service available aside from room service. … [Read more...] about Ikena Landing Breakfast at the Westin Hapuna
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Review: Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
For my recent anniversary trip to the Big Island, I decided to stay at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort. After all, it's a newly renovated property that offers an excellent points redemption opportunity. … [Read more...] about Review: Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
Atlantis Hawaii Update, Hawaii Airport WiFi, and More
It's been a while since we got our last Atlantis Hawaii update, but finally, we have some info on the project. Plus, more Hawaii airports are getting WiFi and the Big Island is getting its first Westin property. … [Read more...] about Atlantis Hawaii Update, Hawaii Airport WiFi, and More
Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel Rebrands
Good news SPG & Marriott members! The Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel rebrands to a Westin in early 2018. … [Read more...] about Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel Rebrands
Review: Moana Lani Spa – Westin Moana Surfrider
What do you do when you get back from vacation? Go straight back to work, right? We did exactly that, but I scheduled in some R&R pretty soon after. Our New York trip was physically demanding so a spa day made sense. And on this occasion I decided to give the Moana Lani Spa a try. … [Read more...] about Review: Moana Lani Spa – Westin Moana Surfrider
SPG Amex Increased Signup Bonus
The SPG Amex increased signup bonus is a rare treat. And right now, American Express is offering of the most lucrative signup bonuses the card has seen recently. … [Read more...] about SPG Amex Increased Signup Bonus
Marriott and Starwood Hawaii
The biggest news in travel the past week, and possibly all year, is Marriott's acquisition of Starwood. And while there's a lot of controversy regarding Starwood Elite benefits and Marriott Elites getting shafted, it's difficult to argue that the merger has provided many more options to both sides. This is especially true in big cities and popular destinations like Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Marriott and Starwood Hawaii
Westin Cape Town Hotel Review
After a long and exhausting experience of flying MSP-ATL-JNB-CPT over the course of about 26 hours, we finally arrived in our first destination in South Africa. Right from the beginning, I was sure we chose the perfect hotel for our needs. The Westin Cape Town is kept in excellent shape, has some of the benefits I look forward to as a Gold Preferred Guest, and has … [Read more...] about Westin Cape Town Hotel Review
Delta Business Class With Lie Flat Seats and Westin Heavenly Bedding
If you have read this blog for some time, you probably have noticed that Delta is the airline that I love to hate. I love that it is a convenient airline to fly out of my home airport of Minneapolis/St. Paul International (MSP) and get to nearly everywhere in the world. I love the wifi on domestic flights and how easy it is to earn elite status. I love the upgrade I often … [Read more...] about Delta Business Class With Lie Flat Seats and Westin Heavenly Bedding