As the MGM-Hyatt relationship winds downs, be warned: you can no longer check-in on the MGM mobile app. It seems clear that someone at Hyatt or MGM got tired of all the “guests” who never actually set foot on...
Review: Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa
We drove out to Palm Springs for the Independence Day holiday and tried out the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa, located about 20 minutes beyond Palm Springs in the Coachella Valley. Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort &...
Review: Hyatt Place San Pedro Sula
I chose the Hyatt Place San Pedro Sula for my one-night stay and found the hotel centrally located and comfortable with a nice pool and respectable breakfast. Hyatt Place San Pedro Sula Review I spent a night here for...
Review: Hyatt Regency Crystal City At Reagan National Airport (Ambassador Suite)
We (unexpectedly) spent the night at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia. While our stay was short, the hotel was very convenient and worked out perfectly considering the late night and early morning. Hyatt Regency Crystal City...
Review: Park Hyatt Washington DC (Suite)
I’ve stayed at the Park Hyatt Washington DC many times over the years, but my last visit marked the first time I have ever been upgraded to a full suite (versus a junior suite). My stay at the hotel...
Review: Hyatt Regency Dulles
After arriving into Washington Dulles after 11:00 pm, we spent our first night at the Hyatt Regency Dulles, just five minutes from IAD. The hotel features modern rooms and is quite convenient. Hyatt Regency Dulles Review I booked a...
Review: Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht (Suite)
We chose the Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht for our night in Amsterdam and used points to upgrade to a large suite. This hotel has not changed much from my first stay nearly six years ago, and that is a very...
Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport – Always Convenient, Perfect For Families
I’ve extensively reviewed the Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport twice, including recently, and will not do so again here. However, this remains my go-to hotel in Zurich and continues to nicely blend luxury, affordability, and convenience. Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport...
Another Data Point Suggests Hyatt Ziva, Zilara Going Away
Hyatt Ziva and Hyatt Zilara may be going away according to a new data point. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook...
Hyatt Hotel Quickly Renames Deceptive Fee After Being Called Out
Yesterday, I wrote about the rather hilarious “historical preservation fee” at the Hyatt Centric in Sacramento. It did not take long for that fee to disappear, though it has been replaced with a generic “destination fee.” Hyatt Hotel Renames...
Absurd: Hyatt Property Adds “Historical Commitment Fee”
If you stay at the Hyatt Centric Sacramento, you will notice an extra line item of $17.43 per day on your folio that the hotel describes as a “historical commitment fee” to underwrite the historical preservation of the (modern)...
Hyatt Acquisition of Mr. And Mrs. Smith Platform Aligns Well
Hyatt announced the acquisition of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, a luxury booking platform for boutique hotels and it aligns well with the company’s strategy. Here’s why. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Hyatt Should Consider Acquisition of Rosewood Hotels
Hyatt has been expanding over the last few years, but Rosewood Hotels & Resorts might be a nice boost to the top end of the chain. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Review: Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle (Suite)
I have reviewed the Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle before and note that review remains timely, but wanted to offer a brief review on what a suite is like here as well as provide an update on the...
Dropping The Ball On Hilton’s Diamond Status Challenge
Hilton offered a Diamond Status challenge to me and I completely dropped the ball, here’s why and what I intend to do about it. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
Hyatt Acquisition Provides Hints About All-Inclusive Future
Hyatt added another couple of hotels to its (All) Inclusive group this week and it may provide some hints about the future of the business segment for the chain. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...
Observations From Attending An Invite-Only Hyatt Privé Event
I was invited to a private Hyatt Privé event this week in New York City and here are my observations about the program, and the properties that participate. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...
World Of Hyatt Erodes Value With 2023 Devaluation, But Remains Incredibly Valuable
The latest raft of “category changes” in the World of Hyatt program is brutal…there is no denying it…but in a world of inflation and demand exceeding supply, it is hard to fault Hyatt for tightening the screws. Even with...
Review: Hyatt Regency Kyiv
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. The Hyatt Regency Kyiv has remained open throughout much of the conflict with Russia and continues to offer luxury accommodations...
Marriott Elites Soft Landing, Hyatt Globalists Back To 2019 Levels
Hotel chains suffered during the pandemic to secure and maintain elites. With travel roaring back, Hyatt is back to pre-pandemic levels while Marriott appears to struggle. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
