Better late than never? I’ve been tied up with some family health issues but wanted to get caught up on my 2024 outlook for elite status. First, let’s look at the various elite status levels I achieved in 2023. 2023 Elite Status 2023 was…
I’ve been following the travel loyalty space long enough that when a company tells me that they have exciting news it’s prudent to approach the news with a far bit of skepticism. When Hyatt reached out to me a few weeks ago inviting me…
Hyatt doesn’t disappoint with the latest news. Don’t worry about elite status or your free night awards. They should be waiting for you when you’re ready to travel.
Hilton is the first of the big hotel chains to make a move, and in a big way. They’ve announced changes to their elite status program and reservation flexibility that are very positive for customers. Is it enough for them to steal business from their competitors? We’re months away from having that answer.
You might wonder why I’m bothering to write this post in late February. While I’ve always written this blog with you, the reader in mind, I do use this as a place to keep track of things. I like to look back and see…
Marriott is reaching out to members to notify them that they won’t re-qualify for status. In my case, they did offer a soft landing.
There’s a statistic in Marriott’s quarterly earnings that I just can’t believe.
We’re halfway through the year and it’s time to look at what’s working and what’s not with hotel status. My patterns have followed largely what I thought they would have in 2019. I’m further ahead than I want to be in some respects, with too much time on the road. What’s your year look like chasing hotel elite status?
A new Hyatt promotion creates an interesting way to leapfrog much of the requirement for top-tier elite status with World of Hyatt.
Hilton continues to try to up their game in the hotel loyalty space. They are rolling out a beta program offering confirmed suite upgrades at time of booking to elite Diamond members of the Hilton Honors program. If this comes to fruition it vaults them over Marriott to a similar level as Hyatt in treatment of top-tier elite members when it comes to upgrades.