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My Simplest Advice for Business Credit Card Approvals

tl;dr – It’s not by any means foolproof, and these applications can be very weird! While I love the points game, I’m not super big on pushing credit cards. Don’t get me wrong – I…

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Marriott’s Newest Trailborn Location Offers Ski Access and Proximity to Two Major National Parks

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Exclusive: Marriott Won’t Stop Opening Safari Lodges – Kinara, a Luxury Collection Safari Camp, Masai Mara Opening June 2026

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Marriott Makes It Easier to Know Which of Its Properties Have Overwater Bungalows

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Trouble on the Slopes: Hilton’s Plans for Its Latest Park City Ski Hotel Looking Kinda Dicey

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The Rise of The Social Wellness Clubs and Modern Bathhouse Chains

tl;dr – Do you need to soak in a thermal spring? Let it be known – I am definitely pro ‘spa day’. As such, I thought it might be useful to quickly profile a growing trend I’ve…

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May 29, 2026

This Is The Oldest Marriott Hotel in the World

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Procuring a Brazilian Visa: My Experience

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Hyatt Customer Support – Good or Bad? – My Honest Opinion

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Does This Hyatt Survey Mean Changes are Coming to Globalist?… Hate to Say ‘I Told Ya So’

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May 10, 2026

You’ll Soon Need to Pay a Bit More to Leave Japan

tl;dr – The ‘Sayonara Tax’ will increase. Japan’s National Tourism Organization (JNTO) and National Tax Agency recently disclosed that its departure tax for tourists will increase…

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June 9, 2026

Philippine Airlines Will Join oneworld in 2027: Partners with Qatar Airlines

tl;dr – My prediction is slowly but surely coming true. Several moons ago, when the news of the Alaska-Hawaiian merger dropped, I stated that the oneworld alliance would soon rule the…

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June 8, 2026

Southwest Airlines Adds Another International Partner: Singapore Airlines is # 8

tl;dr – More efforts to expand Southwest’s international presence. I just spent some extended time in Rio De Janeiro – the same city where Southwest just dropped the news of its…

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June 7, 2026

Here’s Where the Four Seasons is Opening Up Next

tl;dr – Several future locations of the luxury hotel chain. Four Seasons allegedly has a pipeline of more than 60 projects. Whether those are all still happening is anyone’s guess.…

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June 6, 2026

Marriott To Bring Its Lifestyle Brand to the Slopes in Hokkaido

tl;dr – The hotel will open right in the heart of Niseko Village. Marriott recently announced the upcoming debut of its newest ski-in/ski-out property – the Moxy Niseko Village.…

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June 5, 2026

You Can Now Book Select Philippine Airlines Flights Through Qantas Frequent Flyer

tl;dr – Admittedly, more useful for the folks based in the region. Qantas and Philippine Airlines recently partnered up, allowing Qantas Frequent Flyer members to book Philippine…

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June 4, 2026

Marriott to Open Its First ‘All-Electric’ Hotel, And The Location Probably Isn’t a Surprise

tl;dr – Are you thinking ‘green’? Later this year, Marriott will welcome The Sugar House Hotel to its Tribute Portfolio. Located in Winooski, Vermont, about five minutes from downtown…

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June 3, 2026

Starlux To Kick off Australian (and beyond!) Service in 2027

tl;dr – A cool new route for anyone looking to plan an extended adventure. While Taiwanese carrier Starlux recently announced new fees for booking award flights, the carrier also…

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June 2, 2026

Marriott Debuts Yet Another Safari Property – JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp Now Open

Marriott Celebrates 10000 Properties with the Opening of Its Indian Safari JW Marriott

Four Seasons Announces Its Second Yacht: To Sail in 2028

My Simplest Advice for Business Credit Card Approvals

Marriott Debuts Yet Another Safari Property – JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp Now Open

Marriott Celebrates 10000 Properties with the Opening of Its Indian Safari JW Marriott

Four Seasons Announces Its Second Yacht: To Sail in 2028

My Simplest Advice for Business Credit Card Approvals

Ok, Hyatt – Here’s How You Can Make it Right

Marriott’s Newest Trailborn Location Offers Ski Access and Proximity to Two Major National Parks

Nothing Sacred: Marriott To Open First All-Inclusive Ritz-Carlton

Exclusive: Marriott Won’t Stop Opening Safari Lodges – Kinara, a Luxury Collection Safari Camp, Masai Mara Opening June 2026

Marriott Makes It Easier to Know Which of Its Properties Have Overwater Bungalows

Trouble on the Slopes: Hilton’s Plans for Its Latest Park City Ski Hotel Looking Kinda Dicey

Haircuts Far and Wide: Seeking Out Taper Fades All Over the World

Unwind at This Southern California Wine and Yoga Retreat – Book ASAP and Reserve Your Spot!

This is What Post-Game In-Flight Dining Looks Like for an NFL Team

Checking in on Blackbeard’s 2025 Predictions – How’d I Do?

A Cheat Sheet to Help You Maximize Your PTO in 2026

Do You Need a Credit Card PIN? – Maybe!

Pro-Tip: Plotting Your Last-Minute Pre-Devaluation Hyatt Strategy? – Don’t Forget About These Hotels!

Book A Hotel Room for the Day: Here Are The Best Day Pass Apps

The Contrarian’s Beach Vacation: Day Passing Your Way Through Cancun

The Rise of The Social Wellness Clubs and Modern Bathhouse Chains

This Is The Oldest Marriott Hotel in the World

Procuring a Brazilian Visa: My Experience

Hyatt Customer Support – Good or Bad? – My Honest Opinion

Does This Hyatt Survey Mean Changes are Coming to Globalist?… Hate to Say ‘I Told Ya So’

You’ll Soon Need to Pay a Bit More to Leave Japan

Philippine Airlines Will Join oneworld in 2027: Partners with Qatar Airlines

Southwest Airlines Adds Another International Partner: Singapore Airlines is # 8

Here’s Where the Four Seasons is Opening Up Next

Marriott To Bring Its Lifestyle Brand to the Slopes in Hokkaido

You Can Now Book Select Philippine Airlines Flights Through Qantas Frequent Flyer

Marriott to Open Its First ‘All-Electric’ Hotel, And The Location Probably Isn’t a Surprise

Starlux To Kick off Australian (and beyond!) Service in 2027

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