Hotels

Sometimes you need a carefree vacation where the most difficult choice to make is whether to have chicken or fish for dinner. This is particularly true after the holiday season, which can be a stressful and anxiety-inducing time for many…

New York City can be an expensive place to visit, especially if you want to stay in a luxury hotel. It’s a place I’ll travel to any chance I get, and this was actually my second trip there in as…

I embarked on a 2-week trip to Uruguay and Argentina in early December 2022. I visited Punta del Este, a famous seaside resort town in Uruguay; Montevideo, the Uruguayan capital; Buenos Aires, the Argentine capital; and, finally, Mendoza, the city…

Who here likes Disneyland? Who here also likes fancy hotels? Well, you’re in luck, because the JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort is a scant 12-minute walk from Disneyland’s entrance — and it does fancy exceptionally well. I recently spent 2 nights at this…

Park Hyatt is Hyatt’s most exclusive brand, and the majority of the brand’s properties are traditionally found only in major cities, including New York, Tokyo, and Chicago to name a few. The hotels are refined and luxurious and represent the…

In October 2022, Upgraded Points hosted a reader meetup in none other than fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada. I was thrilled at the opportunity to meet some of the amazing UP community and also to meet some of my coworkers who…

I recently took a weekend trip to New York City with my daughter for her birthday. Since New York is expensive, I knew I wanted to book my hotel room with points. Hyatt is my go-to hotel brand and thankfully…

No matter how many times you visit New York, there’s always something new waiting to be discovered. I say that as even on my most recent visit, which was my 12th time in the city, there was still enough of…

When I was planning a recent trip to New York City, I knew I wanted to choose a hotel located nearby Central Park South. My plans were to see a Broadway show and the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, and I…

Las Vegas has an abundance of hotels and resorts for all tastes and budgets. So when we decided to have our Level UP Travel meetup in Sin City, picking a hotel was both exciting and a bit overwhelming. With so…

It’s no secret I’m a fan of Marriott’s AC hotel brand. I’ve stayed at several, mostly in Spain, where I’ve found exceptional value for my travel dollar and for my Marriott Bonvoy hotel loyalty points. My previous AC hotel destinations…

If your first question when I tell you I just visited Curaçao is, “Where’s that?” you’re not alone. This Caribbean island may not be as well known as some other popular vacation spots but it shouldn’t be counted out. Located…

Thompson Hotels is a luxury and upper-upscale hotel brand in the Hyatt family that’s growing in popularity every day. Chances are, you’ve probably heard of Thompson properties, whether in New York, Nashville, or Cabo. In this guide, we’ll show you…

One of Hyatt’s most intriguing hotel brands isn’t Park Hyatt or Grand Hyatt, but rather The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. This small, but growing bunch of hotels has graced Hyatt and added quite a bit of excitement to an otherwise…

I adore the AC Hotels by Marriott brand for its great overall value. Marriott describes the brand as “Distinctively Select” with “modern designs for modern businesses” and mentions that AC Hotels by Marriott can be found in more than 175…

I love staying at a hotel soon after it opens. So when I got invited to my friend Tommy’s 30th birthday celebrations in Portugal’s Algarve region this September, I absolutely had to take advantage of an opportunity to stay at…

Grand Hyatt is one of Hyatt’s most popular brands, famous for its extravagant and soaring lobbies, high-end amenities, and polished service. The Grand Hyatt brand is known for providing upscale and welcoming hospitality in iconic destinations. And without a doubt,…

After the conclusion of an Upgraded Points-related work trip to Miami, I decided to extend my trip to meet up with a couple of friends who were traveling down to South Florida for the Labor Day holiday weekend. After a…

If you’re a seasoned luxury traveler, you’ve surely heard of Park Hyatt, a timeless luxury hotel brand known as the crème de la crème in Hyatt’s brand portfolio. These full-service hotels exude wonderful facilities, are located in the world’s most…

Alila, which was formerly owned by Two Roads Hospitality and subsequently acquired by Hyatt Hotels Corporation, is one of the world’s most unique luxury hotel brands. Meaning “surprise” in Sanskrit, this hotel brand offers distinctive luxury experiences and signature amenities….

Andaz is one of the most exciting luxury lifestyle hotel brands on the market today. A brand of boutique luxury hotels, Andaz focuses on drawing local culture into an inspiring property with a strong sense of style, luxe amenities, and…