My Top Four Reactions to the SPG/Marriott News
If you had some time to spare, hopefully, you've read my comprehensive analysis of the SPG / Marriott program merger announcement. Based on the traffic, you probably have!
So now a short post summarizing the...
SPG/Marriott Highlights and Sweet Spots: Program Merger Summary
By now, if you are a Marriott / SPG fan, you've read the program announcement and maybe you even watched the Marriott livestream of the announcement. But there was a LOT in the overall...
Big Marriott / SPG announcement Monday 4:30pm
Just in case you haven't been following, Marriott is making a BIG announcement on Monday at 4:30pm Eastern Time. You can RSVP so you don't forget at https://www.facebook.com/events/2001981356722693/
What will they announce? Well, I have no...
Chase makes odd decision around IHG “unrestricted” free night
I won't rehash the rather expected decision for Chase to limit their unrestricted free nights by adding a rather substantial restriction - only hotels up to 40,000 IHG points per night will be eligible,...
IHG limits free nights from credit card to 40k and below
While I'm not surprised that the devaluation happened, I *am* surprised they are unilaterally changing the benefits on people who have applied since last may.
Angelina Aucello reports receiving a letter in the mail from...
Sheraton Port Douglas, Australia (Great Barrier Reef) Hotel Review
This hotel review is part of a series of reviews related to my trip from New York to Australia.
See also:
Qantas QF 12 First Class Review from New York to Sydney via Los Angeles
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Conundrum: IHG card now or IHG card later?
The Chase 5/24 rule can sometimes really make card application sequencing tough.
I've always planned to get the IHG card for one reason: It comes with a free night you can use at any property...
The rise of Urban Destination Fees (Resort fees without a resort in cities)
If you are like me, Resort Fees drive you nuts. They are, quite simply, a way to add to the room rate while obscuring that portion of the room rate from an easy comparison...
Don’t miss: up to 1,500 Marriott points for Tweets during Super Bowl
Extra Points Sundays is back by popular demand for #SBLII! Watch out for questions throughout the game for a chance to score up to 1,500 #RewardsPoints. Connect your accounts to get ready: https://t.co/GVNyqWEu5u ??
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Hilton launches new Amex signup bonuses: Ascend / Aspire
Late last year I wrote about the refresh coming for the Hilton Honors credit cards from American Express, including the Ascend and Aspire.
The Ascend replaces the existing Surpass card, with some new benefits and...
