The Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach has been a family favorite for many years. The refreshed rooms and central location make this a location worth considering and my favorite Hyatt property in Honolulu. During my trip to Hawaii last month...
Review: Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit – Suite
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After decades of just a single property in Bangkok, Hyatt has added three in the last two years, the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit the most recent addition. We frequent the Big Mango and have stayed at more than a...
Review: The Willard Suite At The Willard InterContinental Hotel Washington, DC
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Last week I wrote about why the Willard Hotel in Washington, DC is my favorite hotel in the District. This review focuses on an incredible suite upgrade I received during my last visit. Please read my reflections on this...
Review: Hyatt Carmel Highlands [2019]
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I spent the weekend in Carmel, CA with my family at the Highlands Inn, our favorite Hyatt property in the Golden State. My previous reviews remain relevant, but I do want to draw your attention to a few positive...
Review: Grand Hyatt Bali – Executive Suite
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During a long trip through Southeast Asia, we tried a number of hotels we haven’t stayed in before. One of which was the Grand Hyatt Bali, a mega-resort in Nusa Dua. We were treated to a Globalist suite upgrade...
Review: The Principal Hotel Manchester (Kimpton)
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Returning to Manchester, England after living there for many years has made us picky hotel guests. We couldn’t wait to stay at the newly acquired Principal Manchester, now a Kimpton (IHG) property. The property, the staff, everything was perfect. ...
Review: Ritz-Carlton Resort Grand Cayman
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As a result of the Marriott/SPG merger, some high-level hotels are priced lower than they will be in the future. Taking advantage of this limited window, we tried the Ritz-Carlton Resort Grand Cayman and secured an Oceanview King. If...
Review: Kimpton Seafire Grand Cayman – Junior Suite
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One of the most impressive properties inside both Kimpton and, thusly IHG, is the Kimpton Seafire Resort in Grand Cayman. I have been excited to try it from the moment it was announced that IHG Rewards Club points could...
Review: Hyatt City of Dreams (Manila) – Suite
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During a mileage run to the Philippines, I was able to check out the Hyatt City of Dreams in Manila. This hotel uniquely combines luxury and value, especially when staying on World of Hyatt points. If you are considering booking...
Review: Hilton Narita Airport – Day Rate
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During a trip to Manila, I had a layover in each direction at Tokyo Narita. The first layover was too short to leave the airport (six hours) but the second was perfect for a Day Rate stay at the...
Review: Hyatt Regency Resort Guam – Suite
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During a trip to the Philippines, I spent 18 hours at the Hyatt Regency Resort Guam with a Globalist suite upgrade. I was surprised and impressed by what I found and I can’t wait to get back. If you...
Review: A Return To The Hyatt Place Bangkok
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Last year I was the first Globalist to stay at the Hyatt Place Bangkok during the hotel’s soft opening. A year later, the hotel continues to mature…in a good way. By virtue of my cheap Hong Kong Airlines business...
Review: Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
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My suite in the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong proved to be the ideal venue to host meetings during a busy week at the adjoining convention center. Rates were outrageous during this busy week, but thankfully I was able to...
Review: Hyatt Regency Amsterdam (Regency Executive Suite)
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My review of the Hyatt Regency Amsterdam is long overdue. Business brings me to Holland often and I have stayed several times at this excellent property this year. As a Globalist member of the World of Hyatt program, I...
Review: Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill
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Two nights at the Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill gave me a chance to try out the hotel’s newly remodeled room and older room. I arrived late in the evening from Heathrow Airport and was informed that the...
Review: Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa
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As I reflect upon my time at the Miraval Resort & Spa in Arizona, I am thankful for the great food, amazing massage, and luxury accommodations. Service was great and I enjoyed the time with my wife. That said,...
Review: Grand Hyatt Amman (Suite)
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I love the Kingdom of Jordan very much and was happy to use the Grand Hyatt Amman as a springboard for activities all over the country. Grand Hyatt Amman Check-In We arrived in the middle of the night on...
Review: Rocco Forte Villa Kennedy Frankfurt
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A luxury hotel nestled in the heart of Frankfurt’s Sachsenhausen district offers opulent accommodations and beautiful common areas, but the service left something to be desired. My business partner John and I had some work in Frankfurt last week...
Review: Grand Hyatt Mumbai
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While not in the heart of Mumbai, the Grand Hyatt Mumbai is a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of India’s most populous city. After spending the day exploring Mumbai, I arrived at the Grand Hyatt around 3:00pm,...
Review: Hyatt Regency Hong Kong Sha Tin (Suite)
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As part of my United status run this year, I returned to the Hyatt Regency Hong Kong Sha Tin – our home away from home in Hong Kong. There was much to love and much to learn about our...