Sheraton Bratislava

Sheraton Bratislava – A review

We had a few days of downtime in between obligations while we were in Europe recently, and happened to notice a friend was in Slovakia. Being that it was a short train ride, and there were available award stays at the local Sheraton, we jumped at the opportunity to see a new country and city.…

The Castle Hotel, Orlando FL

Marriott Rewards Members: A Birthday Surprise awaits

Mark this under Speculative, but Marriott is sending out e-mails to Marriott Rewards enticing Marriott Rewards Members to add their birthdays. This is a quick way to possible increase your points balance, or otherwise see what Marriott’s proposed birthday surprise is.  Add your Birthday to your Marriott Rewards AccountAdding your birthday to your Marriott Rewards…

Comparing the Hyatt Zilara Cancun and Jamaica

One of the most frequent comments I’ve gotten when reviewing either the Hyatt Zilara Cancun or the Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall has been: “Which is better?” Unfortunately there’s no clear cut answer, because each property has their strengths and weaknesses. So rather please take this as my way of comparing the Hyatt Zilara Cancun and…

Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall Jamaica: Property and Restaurants

Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall, Montego Bay Jamaica Part One: Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall Jamaica Arrival Experience Part Two: Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall Jamaica Butler Suite Part Three: Property and RestaurantsI wanted to try to be consistent with my review structure as compared to Hyatt Zilara Cancun. I’ll say at the onset that I had fairly high expectations. Lunch…

Chase Fairmont Visa

Do this now if you have the Chase Fairmont Visa

Last week the Blogosphere was rattled with news that Chase Fairmont Visa holders would have their cards converted to Chase Sapphire Preferred cards in August. For some this may not be so rattling, but, Fairmont, like SPG, attracts a rather dedicated bunch. If you don’t believe me, just check out my review of the Fairmont Southampton,…

Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall Jamaica: Butler Suite

Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall Jamaica: Butler Suite

Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall, Montego Bay Jamaica Part One: Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall Jamaica Arrival Experience Part Two: Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall Jamaica Butler Suite Part Three: Property and RestaurantsAround 2 or 2:30pm we visited the front desk to see if our room was ready, and it was! We were escorted by to our room on the 4th…

Marriott Rewards Credit Card Apple Pay, crazy 2018 loyalty goal

New Marriott Rewards Credit Card Apple Pay Promotion

I don’t usually get excited about small credit card offers like this, but, its not very often we see something for the Marriott Credit Card. This isn’t nearly as good as the Discover Apple Pay promotion a few years back–which I bought an iPhone for by the way! Marriott Rewards Credit Card Apple Pay promotionThe…