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Trip reports, honest reviews, and points & miles news from around the world — written after actually staying, sailing, and flying.
Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas Review: The Calmest, Best-Serviced Hotel on the Strip
My Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas review: the non-gaming Strip hotel with the best service, Sky Lobby views, Hilton Diamond and Amex FHR perks.
Crowne Plaza Paris Republique Review: Is the Location This Good?
My Crowne Plaza Paris Republique review: a central Place de la Republique base, IHG free-night certs, elite perks, and a King Executive room.
Hale Koa Hotel Review: The Best Value on Waikiki Beach for Those Who Serve
An honest Hale Koa Hotel review. Beachfront Waikiki value for military-affiliated guests, with rooms, pools, and booking tips from a travel advisor.
Excalibur Las Vegas Review: Castle Fun on the Strip
An Excalibur Las Vegas review covering rooms, Tournament of Kings, pools, dining, the free tram, and how to book with MGM Rewards.
Tempe Mission Palms, JdV by Hyatt Review
A Mill Avenue hotel steps from ASU with a rooftop pool. My Globalist suite upgrade, free breakfast and parking, and how to book it on World of Hyatt points
Tommie Hollywood Review: Small Rooms, Big Points Value
My Tommie Hollywood review: a JdV by Hyatt lifestyle hotel with compact rooms, a great rooftop, and a low points price in the heart of Hollywood.
Kohala Suites by Hilton Grand Vacations Review
My Kohala Suites review: 2-bedroom suites next to Hilton Waikoloa Village with full resort access, a lower resort fee, and free parking on the Big Island.
Westin Cozumel Review: Bonvoy Points on a Dive Island
My Westin Cozumel review: one of the few Marriott Bonvoy award options on Cozumel, with ocean-view rooms, a rooftop pool, and world-class diving nearby.
Carnival Rewards Is Live: 12 Things Every Cruiser Needs To Know
Carnival Rewards replaced the VIFP Club on September 1. What Gold, Platinum, and Diamond now cost in real dollars, which benefits changed, what happens to kids, and how the Mastercard speeds up status.
