Tag: Hotels & Accommodation

HotelSlash Review: The Hotel Booking Version of AutoSlash

September 21, 2024 7

HotelSlash is an intuitive tool that aims to take a lot of the work out of finding the very best hotel rate when you book. But should you use it? Here's how it works and what my experience was like when I used HotelSlash.

Mark Jackson & Sam Helmy

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Fontainebleau Las Vegas Extends Status Match. Here’s How To Get Top-Tier Status Through 2024.

August 18, 2024 0

Through September 2, 2024, Fontainebleau Las Vegas is offering members a status match opportunity, but you must show up in person. Members can match up to Royal status, depending on the current casino rewards program status held. Here are the details and benefits of the status match.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Thrifty Traveler Premium Adds Hotel Alerts. Here's Our Review So Far.

July 23, 2024 0

Thrifty Traveler recently expanded its Premium subscription with a new add-on feature that provides subscribers with hotel alerts. If you're like me, seeking rare award availability at bucket-list hotels, this service might be just what you need. Here's how it works, some alerts they've sent so far, and how you can start getting hotel alerts as well.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by JT Genter

What Is a Hotel Best Rate Guarantee and How Can It Save You Money?

July 8, 2024 2

Want to be sure that you're paying the lowest rate possible when booking hotel rooms? Many major hotel brands offer Best Price Guarantees. If you find a lower price than what you booked through their official site, simply file a claim to receive compensation. Here's how to do so plus the restrictions to keep in mind.

Samantha Holland

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Get a Year of I Prefer Titanium Status for Free With This Promo Code

June 26, 2024 1

We've asked before if you should care about I Prefer Hotel Rewards — the loyalty program of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts hospitality group. In short: Although the program is somewhat niche, it's worth knowing about if you like upscale properties. Now, with a new elite status offer that anyone can use, there's an extra incentive to give the program a look. Here's how to enjoy I Prefer Titanium status for a year — for free.

Tyler Glatt & Skye Class

Red Roof Promotion: Get a Free Night After 2 Stays

May 31, 2024 2

Red Roof Hotels has a new promotion for the summer. Members can get a free night after two stays completed by September 3, 2024. Red Roof doesn't have many promotions, but when it does, the promos offer a great way to get some free nights. In this article, we'll discuss the details of this promotion and some information about Red Roof Hotels.

Skye Class

World of Hyatt Adds the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas

March 4, 2024 2

With the addition of the Rio Hotel & Casino to the World of Hyatt portfolio, there's now another property in Las Vegas you can book with Hyatt points. Plus, Hyatt is investing heavily in the property, hoping to transition the Rio into its Destination brand by the end of the year. Here's the lowdown on World of Hyatt's newest property addition.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

New 'Nomad Pass' Offers Unlimited Flights and Apartment Lodging for $1,495 per Month

February 10, 2024 2

Frontier Airlines and Landing have teamed up to offer potential digital nomads an intriguing offer. For just $1,495 per month, subscribers can take unlimited flights and live in any of Landing's properties across 375+ cities. For the right person, this is an incredible opportunity. Here's what you need to know about the Nomad Pass.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

The New Venetian Rewards Is Coming. Here’s What We Know So Far

January 27, 2024 2

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas announced the launch of its new loyalty program, set for March of this year. The new Venetian Rewards program will replace the current Grazie Rewards program and will feature enhanced benefits, earning, and redemption options. Here's what we know so far, as well as questions that remain unanswered.

Sam Helmy

Hilton Adds LivSmart Studios to Long-Term Stay Collection

January 21, 2024 1

LivSmart Studios is yet another long-term hotel brand by Hilton, complementing Home2 Suites and Homewood Studios. What makes this new brand different from other similar brands? We don't have a lot of details yet, but here's what we know so far — plus some thoughts on whether this will be a popular brand in the Hilton Honors portfolio.

Skye Class

New IHG Garner Brand Targets Mid-Tier Budget Travelers

January 15, 2024 2

In August 2023, IHG announced the Garner brand, targeting mid-tier budget travelers and adding to the Essentials Collection. Since the pandemic, budget travel has been a rapidly growing sector, and IHG's new brand complements other brands such as Hyatt Studios and Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy. Here are the details.

Skye Class

Marriott Outlines Earning Rates and Elite Perks at Its Newest Brands

November 15, 2023 0

Marriott International has some news: You can now earn points on stays with two of its newest brands, bank Elite Night Credits, and enjoy an Elite Welcome Gift. Here's what you need to know about the valuable updates Marriott is making to its Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy and Four Points Express by Sheraton brands.

Tyler Glatt

Emirates Dubai Connect — How To Get a Free Hotel on Your Layover

August 10, 2023 0

The next time you're connecting through Dubai on a long layover, make sure to reserve Emirates Dubai Connect services to enjoy a complimentary hotel, meals, transportation, and a waived visa fee. These are the details and eligible flights.

Tyler Glatt

Should You Use Hilton Getaways, The New Vacation Package Portal?

June 11, 2023 1

There is a new pilot booking platform for Hilton vacations called HiltonGetaways.com, powered by Expedia. But is it a good platform? Here is what we know so far about the new booking site and whether members should use it.

Skye Class

9 Lindner Hotels Start Participating in World of Hyatt Today, 17 Coming Soon

June 8, 2023 2

Today, the first nine Lindner hotels start participating in the World of Hyatt program. Another 17 will join on June 22, 2023. The entire Lindner portfolio will join World of Hyatt, but some details remain unknown. Here's what's happening and what it means for Hyatt loyalists.

Sam Helmy

Membership Perks of the Revamped Extended Stay America Program

May 17, 2023 0

Extended Stay America announced a host of new benefits to its Extended Perks membership program. Including an Exclusive Member Rate, early check-in and late checkout, and a monthly prize draw for members.

Sam Helmy

Hotels.com Ending Its Stay 10 Get 1 Free Rewards Program, Replacing With Much Worse 'One Key'

April 4, 2023 37

Hotels.com has announced that its stay 10 get one free rewards program will be coming to an end. The company announced that in mid-2023, the program would be replaced by the One Key program, which will be shared with Expedia and Vrbo. And it's much worse than the current program. Here are the details.

Sam Helmy

First Look: Numu Hyatt Unbound Collection Opening in February 2023

January 31, 2023 0

Numu is set to finally open its doors to guests on February 1, 2023 in the UNESCO World Heritage city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Here's a first look at the new property before it officially opens. The hotel finally offers World of Hyatt members an option to book a hotel using points in popular San Miguel de Allende.

Miguel Rueda

New World of Hyatt All-Inclusive Properties in Europe & The Americas

December 26, 2022 0

World of Hyatt has now integrated around 100 Apple Leisure Group properties into its portfolio. You can now earn and redeem points for stays at all-inclusive properties in Cancun, the Americas, and Europe.

Sam Helmy

Ultimate Status Match Guide to Atlantic City

February 25, 2019 100

Atlantic City casinos are currently offering generous status match incentives. With the right strategy, learn how to maximize your next trip to the East Coast gambling center and earn hundreds of dollars worth of free play, free nights and lucrative status benefits.

Richard Kerr

Transfers Between Accor and Club Eurostar Now Live

October 6, 2018 19

Le Club Accor has announced that you can now transfer points between Club Eurostar and Le Club Accor. Since most Accor properties are in Europe, this potentially is good news for European travelers wanting a little more flexibility in their points.

Sam Helmy