Earlier this week I had the chance to spend a night at the brand-new Grand Hyatt at San Francisco International Airport. Not only did I score a nice suite upgrade, I had an incredible view from the bathtub. The...
Review: Brand New Park Hyatt Shenzhen – Suite
The brand new Park Hyatt Shenzhen perfects luxury high above southeastern China’s Silicon Valley. When given the opportunity to review the property, I couldn’t pass it up. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...
Hyatt’s New Hong Kong Centric Review
During a recent status run, I tried out a new property in one of my favorite cities in the world, Hong Kong. Here is my review of the Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong. If you are considering booking travel or signing...
Review: Studios At Alila Seminyak
During my one-night “layover” in Bali, I decided to try the Studios at Alila Seminyak. That turned out to be an excellent choice. From Denpasar Airport, the ride to the hotel took about 30 minutes with late-afternoon traffic. This...
Review: Hyatt Place Yerevan
Centrally located with comfortable rooms and a very hospitable General Manager, I appreciated my two-night stay at the Hyatt Place Yerevan and recommend it. We wanted to make this a three-night stay, but the hotel was sold out our...
Review: Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere
The Andaz Vienna has so much going for it. Spacious rooms. Friendly staff. Tasty breakfast. Cool rooftop bar. But location, location, location… I had to twist the arm of my business partner to stay at this hotel. We always...
My New Favorite Hotel In Barcelona
I was recently in Barcelona and had the chance to check out two Hyatt properties. One did not impress me at all. But one I fell in love with…and cannot wait to return. I arrived late into Barcelona and...
Where Should I Stay In Bali?
I’ve been to a lot of places in the world, but never to Bali. That changes this week. But I need your help in selecting a hotel. I know I’m in the midst of another trip, but I’ve got...
What Surprised Me Most About The Park Hyatt Maldives
I recently published an extended review of the Park Hyatt Maldives, but want to focus on one aspect of my stay that was most surprising: the food. When I envisioned a private island so far secluded from even Malé...
Review: Park Hyatt Maldives
The Park Hyatt Maldives is no small investment in terms of cost and time. But for my wife and me, it was a very special belated honeymoon trip. When Heidi and I got married, we were both too busy...
Park Hyatt Maldives: How To Get There From Malé (MLE)
I’ll soon publish a detailed review of the Park Hyatt Maldives, but want to use this post to outline how you get there…it isn’t the easiest trip to a resort. Flying into Malé (MLE) alone is not enough to...
Review: Park Hyatt Chennai (Park Executive Suite)
The Park Hyatt Chennai turned out to be my favorite Hyatt property we visited in India. Not only did I enjoy a wonderful suite upgrade, but great food and great service. We arrived from Goa in the evening and...
Review: Park Hyatt Goa (ITC Grand Goa Resort & Spa)
My stay at the Park Hyatt Goa—now called the ITC Grand Goa Resort & Spa—was a reminder not to always let the blog dictate choice of hotel. Oh, the property was lovely. But unnecessary. Read on to find out...
Rollover Credits Move My Remaining Stays to Hilton Over Hyatt
This year I have top tier status with several hotel chains but re-qualifying for next year will place an emphasis on Hilton going forward over Hyatt, my focus program. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...
Review: Park Hyatt Hyderabad
I enjoyed a lovely three-night stay at the Park Hyatt Hyderabad, one of the best-value Category 2 Hyatt properties in the system. As a reminder, I’m in the midst of a “vintage” trip report to India/Maldives. My wife and...
Hyatt Globalist My Concierge Details Exposed, Reinforcements Coming
Hyatt Hotels reward Globalists with a perk called My Hyatt Concierge. Few details about the program have been revealed, but new information suggests solutions to the program’s woes are in store. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
Review: Park Hyatt Dubai (Executive Suite)
I had a very pleasant stay at the Park Hyatt Dubai and want to specifically highlight what Executive Suite guest rooms look like as well as the tremendous breakfast at Brasserie du Park. This property has not changed much...
An Unexpected Suite Upgrade…To GM’s Apartment!
Last week was a first for me…I was upgraded to the general manager’s apartment at the Hyatt Regency Mainz. Well, room 252 to be exact, a suite I did not even know existed (even though I’ve stayed dozens of...
Hyatt Partnership with SLH Smart Solution
Hyatt has rolled out a partnership with SLH (Small Luxury Hotels of the World) to expand the footprint of their loyalty program. It was the smartest solution to their biggest problem, the number of properties. If you are considering booking...
Why The Hyatt Credit Card Free Night Always Pays Off
Each year I never know when or where I’ll use it, but I always end up extracting maximum value from it. I’m talking about the free anniversary night benefit on the World of Hyatt co-branded credit card from Chase....
