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Frustrated guests line up behind a front desk as computers blue-screen (generated by AI)

n a day already marred by technical mishaps, with Microsoft’s Azure cloud causing a nationwide ground stop for Frontier Airlines, it appears the tech gremlins weren’t done just yet. This time, the hospitality giant Hilton found itself in the crosshairs of technological turmoil, potentially affecting guests chainwide and complicating the check-in process – a scenario that’s enough to fray the nerves of even the most seasoned traveler.

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February 27, 2024 Adam

2024 Hyatt Award Category Changes: What You Need to Know

Once a year, usually around late February, Hyatt announces a slew of hotel award category changes. So far, unlike their

Renaissance Newark Airport, courtesy Marriott International

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February 12, 2024 Adam

Marriott Property near EWR has Legionella Problem, Still Accepting New Bookings?!

Travel can be yucky, no doubt. But I can’t help but be a little taken aback at the callous and utter disregard for public health & safety displayed by an Elizabeth, NJ Marriott property.

Park Hyatt Cancun rendering, courtesy PHH

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February 9, 2024 Adam

Hyatt’s New Promo is Pretty Meh; Here’s How to Make the Most of It

Hyatt’s new promo is not very impressive, but it’s better than nothing. If you have some Hyatt stays planned in the next few months (or even if you don’t as there’s no penalty to register), you might as well register once it opens and earn some bonus points.

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February 8, 2024 Adam

Hyatt Dumps SLH, Hilton Picks Up The Pieces?

Hyatt has just confirmed that it will end its partnership with Small Luxury Hotels (SLH) in the near future, while Hilton simultaneously announced a new partnership with the group of boutique and luxury properties. The writing has been on the wall for some time that Hyatt and SLH would eventually break it off, especially with Hyatt’s acquisition of similar platform Mr & Mrs Smith (causing the company to cut ties with IHG), and now last month’s announcement of SLH’s new partnership with Capital One Travel.

MGM Grand, courtesy Bobak Ha'Eri/Wikimedia

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January 16, 2024 Adam

Underwhelming at Best: Marriott and MGM Finally Reveal Details of Partnership

After months of delays largely owing to the hacking of MGM’s IT infrastructure last year, Marriott and MGM have finally revealed the details of their new partnership, which will allow members of both loyalty programs to earn and redeem points, receive elite benefits, and transfer points between the two programs. Sounds great, right? Well, not so fast.

Hyatt Place Tulsa South/Medical District, courtesy Hyatt

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January 15, 2024 Adam

“Hyad Park Hotel” – Ex-Hyatt Property in Tulsa Adopts Questionable Name Amid Mass Deflagging

Hyatt seems to be quietly orchestrating a mass deflagging of properties, quietly ushering them out of the esteemed World of Hyatt program. One Hyatt Place property in Tulsa, OK, not only lost its coveted Hyatt affiliation, but took on a rather dubious moniker in its place.

Hyatt Regency Cologne (courtesy Omar Ram)

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December 1, 2023 Adam

From Guest of Honor to Milestone Rewards: Hyatt’s Loyalty Game-Changers

Hyatt is ushering in changes to its World of Hyatt loyalty program in 2024, and the overall outlook appears positive for most of us. The alterations touch on various aspects, offering members increased flexibility and added benefits without significant devaluation.

Norfolk Towers Hotel, courtesy Hotel Info

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November 21, 2023 Adam

London Calling: Hyatt Place Paddington to Open Doors Next Year

London has long been a haven for upscale Hyatt properties like the iconic Hyatt Regency Churchill, the stylish Hyatt Regency Blackfriars, the historic Great Scotland Yard, and the trendy Andaz Liverpool Street. However, the city has been severely lacking in select-service Hyatt options.

B Resort & Spa, Courtesy Disney Springs Resort Area

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November 14, 2023 Adam

New Marriott Option Coming to WDW – and Soon

Marriott loyalists and Disney enthusiasts, listen up! There’s a new Bonvoy property entering the game at Walt Disney World, and it might be happening sooner than you may have expected.