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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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After Allegations of Abuse, René Redzepi Steps Down from World’s Former #1 Restaurant NOMA

tl;dr – News broke this week of several allegations of past physical abuse. Amex and Blackbird have also pulled out of an upcoming LA dinner series. If you’re a regular reader of You…

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

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Hyatt Opens Andaz Lisbon: A New Option for the City of Seven Hills

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December 31, 2025

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The Man Who Holed Up in a Hotel Room for Two Years? – This is the Shape He Left the Room In (VIDEO)

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Review: The Ritz-Carlton Nikko: The Best Ritz-Carlton in the World

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Starlux Adds Online Upgrade Awards

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Southwest Status Match: Match to A-List or A-List Preferred

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Hyatt Traveler Tier Ranks the 150+ Properties They’ve Stayed At: Ratings Incredibly Suspect

tl;dr – Ok, ‘suspect’ maybe strong here, but at the very least, the ratings required clarification. Stumbled across a post in the r/Hyatt subreddit, where a traveler tier ranked 150…

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Need to Barf? Take Your Pick From These Vintage “Airsickness Bags”

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56 Years Ago, This Popular Beach Destination Had A Population of Just 3 People

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March 3, 2026

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Did You Know This Midwest University Used to Operate an Airline?

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March 3, 2026

Waldorf Astoria Deer Valley Resort to Debut in 2028

tl;dr – A new Colorado ski resort will join Hilton’s top luxury portfolio. A few weeks ago, Hilton announced an exciting upcoming property in Colorado – The Waldorf Astoria Deer…

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March 11, 2026

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145-Room St. Regis Coming to Queenstown, New Zealand in 2027

tl;dr – This will be Marriott’s first property in the Queenstown area of New Zealand. Last week, Marriott announced its plans to bring its St. Regis brand to Queenstown, New Zealand,…

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March 10, 2026

Marriott Adds Second Luxury Collection Hotel in Seoul

tl;dr – A solid addition to Marriott’s growing luxury soft brand. Late last year, Marriott quietly added a second Luxury Collection property in South Korea’s capital. L’Escape…

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March 10, 2026

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Santa Monica’s The Georgian Hotel Joins Hyatt’s Unbound Collection: A Fly-By Dining Review

tl;dr – Hyatt loyalists have a new, ‘celebrity-watching’ spot that is right across the street from the beach. The Georgian Hotel, an oceanfront property in Santa Monica, recently…

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March 10, 2026

Well, Aloha: Hilton Adds First Curio Collection Property in Hawaii

tl;dr – Coming to the island of Kaua‘i this fall. Hilton just announced its first Curio Collection resort on the Hawaiian island of Kaua‘i. The Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i is scheduled to open…

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March 10, 2026

Cambodia Opens New $2 Billion Airport in Hopes of Winning Over Tourists

tl;dr – This is the Southeast Asian country’s second big airport opening in the last 3 years. Last year, Cambodia debuted its brand new airport, a project that is said to have cost $2…

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March 9, 2026

Capella Hotels Welcomes New President with a Ton of Luxury Street Cred

tl;dr – The leadership change comes on the heels of the luxury hotel chain recently opening the doors to its newest property in Kyoto. Luxury hotel chain Capella Hotel Group recently…

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March 9, 2026

The Eliza Jane Leaving Hyatt’s Unbound Collection for…Marriott?

tl;dr – Some random snooping revealed this property will soon switch loyalty programs. I was looking into hotel options in New Orleans, and while searching Marriott’s offerings (via…

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March 7, 2026

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

Allegiant Pulling Out of Oakland – Another Blow to the East Bay Airport

Is The Chatwal NYC Leaving World of Hyatt?

After Allegations of Abuse, René Redzepi Steps Down from World’s Former #1 Restaurant NOMA

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

Allegiant Pulling Out of Oakland – Another Blow to the East Bay Airport

Is The Chatwal NYC Leaving World of Hyatt?

After Allegations of Abuse, René Redzepi Steps Down from World’s Former #1 Restaurant NOMA

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

Hyatt Opens Andaz Lisbon: A New Option for the City of Seven Hills

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

The Man Who Holed Up in a Hotel Room for Two Years? – This is the Shape He Left the Room In (VIDEO)

Here’s How to Easily View Which Marriott Hotels Are in A Given Locale

Review: The Ritz-Carlton Nikko: The Best Ritz-Carlton in the World

Starlux Adds Online Upgrade Awards

Southwest Status Match: Match to A-List or A-List Preferred

How Hyatt Globalists Can Fight Back Against the Hyatt Award Changes

Hyatt Traveler Tier Ranks the 150+ Properties They’ve Stayed At: Ratings Incredibly Suspect

Need to Barf? Take Your Pick From These Vintage “Airsickness Bags”

That Time They Let a Cheetah on the Concorde

56 Years Ago, This Popular Beach Destination Had A Population of Just 3 People

Did You Know This Midwest University Used to Operate an Airline?

Waldorf Astoria Deer Valley Resort to Debut in 2028

145-Room St. Regis Coming to Queenstown, New Zealand in 2027

Marriott Adds Second Luxury Collection Hotel in Seoul

Santa Monica’s The Georgian Hotel Joins Hyatt’s Unbound Collection: A Fly-By Dining Review

Well, Aloha: Hilton Adds First Curio Collection Property in Hawaii

Cambodia Opens New $2 Billion Airport in Hopes of Winning Over Tourists

Capella Hotels Welcomes New President with a Ton of Luxury Street Cred

The Eliza Jane Leaving Hyatt’s Unbound Collection for…Marriott?

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