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Hyatt announced plans for Alila Marea Beach Resort, its newest resort in the Americas, located in Encinitas, California. The new resort will join Alila’s current Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort, which is the only other resort in the Americas. This latest announcement follows previous expansion in the Americas as Hyatt plans to add 200 new…
Following Hiltons earlier announcement of Hilton Honors 2020 Status Extension for All Members for Silver, Gold, and Diamond members through March 31, 2022. Hilton has also extended status for members that was expiring this year through March 31, 2021. Hilton now will be be rolling over all elite qualifying nights earned in 2020 over to…
World of Hyatt has announced a fantastic new offer for World of Hyatt members where they can save up to 25% on all awards now through October 8, 2020. *This has been extended stays through January 4, 2021* World of Hyatt members will receive 15% of their redeemed points back as bonus points and World of Hyatt…
Hyatt announced they’ll expanding its Thompson Hotels brand with several new properties in Georgia and Texas. With the expansion we’ll see Thompson Savannah and Thompson Buckhead join the development of Thompson Dallas, Thompson San Antonio, Thompson Austin, and Thompson Houston. This latest announcement follows previous expansion in the Americas as Hyatt plans to add 200…
Hyatt announced its newest hotel in Minneapolis being the Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis, previously the Minneapolis Athletic Club. As a World of Hyatt Category 4 property, free night award start at 15,000 World of Hyatt points per night. Additionally, this is an eligible redemption for a free Category 1-4 award certificate from the World of Hyatt…
So, you are tired of staying home and you just want to get out of the house for a little? With many states lifting some coronavirus-related restrictions, a summer trip could be a good way to just get away. It is important to still adhere to all social distancing guidelines, wear a face mask, and…
We recently shared how Marriott Bonvoy Members Getting Elite Qualifying Nights. In addition, Marriott plans to offer off-peak redemption rates at over 5,500 properties for stays through July 31, 2020. In order to take part in these discounted awards, you must book by June 30, 2020. Per Marriott: All Members — Our Lowest Redemption Rates: To help…
Marriott has shared that Marriott Bonvoy members will be getting bonus Elite Qualifying Nights deposited into their accounts in late July, which will count towards 2021 status. Marriott has previously announced a Marriott Bonvoy 2020 Status Extension for All Members, however now they’re addressing an option for those looking to earn a new or higher…
World of Hyatt has announced their latest promotion which will span most of the summer. World of Hyatt members can earn triple points on eligible spend starting with their second qualifying stay from June 15 through September 15, 2020. Additionally, World of Hyatt elite members will earn 2,500 Bonus Points on their first stay. For context, World…
Marriott has extended a popular promotion where new Marriott Bonvoy members can earn a free night award (worth up to 25,000 points) after two paid stays at any Marriott hotels now through 9/28/2020. As a reminder, this is only for new members so if you already have an account you wouldn’t be eligible, however if…
The Times Square EDITION will be ceasing operations effective August 13, 2020 and will be permanently closing. Several factors went into this decision including the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing the hotel to close. The is the brand’s second EDITION location in New York City and we’ve confirmed that the original New York EDITION near Madison Square Park will…
Hyatt has announced they’ve extended their Hyatt Friends & Family rate to all healthcare workers now through June 30, 2021. To take part in this offer, you’ll want to search for special offer code THANKYOU online or when calling reservations. This is a very generous offer from Hyatt, however the only downside is these rates…
Earlier this year, Hilton Honors launched their Points Unlimited promotion, where you’re be able to earn 2,000 points on every stay. Additionally, you’ll earn 10,000 extra points every 10 nights, with no limit to the number of points you can earn with this offer. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Hilton has announced they’re extending this through…
Hyatt released their 1st quarter 2020 results which have been not surprisingly significantly impacted due to COVID-19. Hyatt has seend RevPAR decline of 28% from the same time last year. At the end of last most, Hyatt has temporarily closed 35% of all their hotels worldwide due to COVID-19, with the majority of these being in…
Effective today, April 25, 2020, The Maxwell, New York City, Tribute Portfolio is ceasing operations and permanently closing. Several factors went into this decision including the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing the hotel to close. For those not familiar this was previously the original W New York and transitioned to the Maxwell back in 2018. This property was…
World of Hyatt members can take advantage of the latest promotion offered for cardholders of their co-branded credit cards. Cardholders will have the opportunity to earn bonus elite qualifying nights toward elite status through spending boosts as outlined below. Hyatt was one of the first hotel programs to offer World of Hyatt 2020 Status Extension…
Following Hilton Honors 2020 Status Extension for All Members and World of Hyatt Status Extension for Members earlier announcement, Marriott Bonvoy announced they’ll also be extending status. Marriott will be extending 2020 Marriott Bonvoy status for all Silver, Gold, Platinum, Titanium and Ambassador members through February 28 2022. This is due to the COVID-19 pandemic preventing travel…
World of Hyatt has announced they’ll be extending 2020 World of Hyatt elite status for all Discoverist, Explorist and Globalist members through February 28, 2022. This is due to the COVID-19 pandemic preventing travel across the world. Additionally, Hyatt will be suspending the forfeiture of points though the end of the year, and extending unused…
Points Miles & Martinis contributor Nicky shares his thoughts on the London EDITION after a recent visit across the pond. This trip took place the end of 2019, as we’ve suspended our recent travel due to COVID-19. The London EDITION, the third EDITION Hotel, opened in 2013, which was originally the 1908 Berners Hotel. Located in the…
Hilton Honors has announced they’ll be extending 2020 Hilton Honors elite status for Silver, Gold, and Diamond members through March 31, 2022. Additionally, those who had status that was expiring this year, Hilton will be extending through March 31, 2021, so some great news for Hilton Honors members. This is due to the COVID-19 pandemic…