n June 2022, we learned that the Park Hyatt brand would be returning to South Africa with the conversion of an existing property in Johannesburg. Initially, the plan was for the Park Hyatt to open in early 2023. Despite significant delays, it appears that the hotel is now nearing its opening…

While Marriott excels in the number of hotels in their portfolio, running over 800 properties in Europe, their price point is generally higher than that of other brands, such as Accor or IHG. So, where should Europeans travel for affordable Marriott status。。。

As part of the Elanan Wellness Oasis, Capella Hotels and Resorts announces their first coastal hotel in Saudi Arabia. Guests will feel like they are in another world as they indulge in luxury. Attention, wellness enthusiasts! You can look forward to a new luxury wellness experience in the desert landscape of Saudi Arabia. Last year, in 2023, Capella Hotels and Resorts were awarded…

Bali, the Southeast Asian paradise that every backpacker must visit at least once, gained even more popularity among Europeans after the movie "Eat Pray Love." In reality, Bali is like the Mallorca for Australians—specifically, the rowdier, party-centric areas. Now, tourists are expected to pay a premium for this experience. Emptying your pockets at Denpasar Airport (DPS) is nothing new. Bali has long imposed an entry fee of 500,000 IDR (approximately $30), labeled as a…

In the heart of the Sukhumvit shopping district in Bangkok, Hilton will open the first Curio Collection by Hilton hotel in Thailand later this year. The Curio Collection by Hilton is known for its uniqueness and individuality. Each luxury hotel in the Curio Collection tells its own story, characterized by…

The Conrad Bora Bora Nui is one of the best redemption options for Hilton Honors points. While it's usually nearly impossible to book a reward stay at the Conrad Bora Bora Nui, availability is currently exceptionally good. Numerous dates are available at the standard rate of 120,000 points per night until the end of October 2024. Anyone who has tried…

Exciting news, not just for Hilton Honors members! The Grand Hotel Vilnius, Curio Collection by Hilton, opened a few days ago. Recently, Hilton announced the debut of the Curio Collection in Thailand, with the first hotel set to open in the heart of Bangkok’s Sukhumvit shopping district later this year. Meanwhile, there is also exciting news from the Baltic region, as…

You can buy Marriott Bonvoy points with a bonus of up to 45% until July 24. This results in a price of 0.86 USD-cents per point, slightly above the historical best price for purchasing Marriott Bonvoy points. As hotel stays can be booked starting from 5,000 points per night, this means…

As the Greek City Times reports, plans have been unveiled for The Ilisian, a new luxury lifestyle destination in Athens featuring a hotel, residences, restaurants, a members' club, and more. Scheduled to open in 2025, the project has been under construction for a couple of years, with the full concept recently…

Hilton is currently running their regularly appearing campaign where they are selling points for half the price (or rather they are giving out a 100% bonus which is effectively the same). The promotion is up until May 14th. You can buy a maximum of…

The Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa is the fourth Hilton Group hotel in the Maldives, following the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, and SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection. The resort opened in July 2022 and can currently be booked until the end of May 2025 for 110,000 Hilton Honors points per night on most days. With regular prices ranging from approximately $1,000 to $1,500 per night, Hilton points purchasers can achieve discounts of up to 70%…

Until Saturday, June 29, 2024, IHG One Rewards is offering a bonus on purchased points. While different members might receive varying offers, most accounts I've checked show an 100% bonus, which is likely common. To receive this maximum bonus, you need to purchase at least 5,000 points in…

Ritz-Carlton Reserve is a brand that often confuses consumers, especially Marriott Bonvoy members. What exactly are Ritz-Carlton Reserve properties? How do they differ from other Ritz-Carlton resorts? Do they participate in Marriott Bonvoy…

This season alone, we can look forward to three exciting new openings in Apulia, Bodrum, and Mexico City. With over 400 hotels in more than 80 countries, LHW boasts one of the largest collections of independent luxury hotels. The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) is excited to welcome…

While there are a fair number of points hotels in Reykjavik and its surrounding area, the rest of Iceland has far fewer options. That’s why I’m thrilled about the latest development: a new property set to open in 2025, which I look forward to visiting…

The Hilton group offers a wide range of luxurious hotels. Although there is no longer an official award chart with fixed point prices for a stay, numerous hotels still offer exceptional value per point. The colleagues from meilenoptimieren.com (only in German) did a great write-up that I want to share here…

In February 2024, Hilton announced an exclusive new partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH). This collaboration is now being implemented in a limited capacity, providing a glimpse into its functionality…

World of Hyatt has introduced its latest promotion on purchased points, potentially offering great value. Here are the details: Until Monday, July 3, 2024, World of Hyatt is offering a 20% bonus on purchased points when you buy at least 5,000 points in…

A new IHG Summer Sale is offering up to 20% off hotel stays at IHG properties in Europe. Participating brands include InterContinental, Regent, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Kimpton, and Hotel Indigo. The booking period runs until June 27, 2024, and the travel period extends until February 12, 2025…

You can buy Marriott Bonvoy points with a bonus of up to 45% until July 24. This results in a price of 0.86 USD-cents per point, slightly above the historical best price for purchasing Marriott Bonvoy points. As hotel stays can be booked starting from 5,000 points per night, this means…