Hotels

I stayed at the Motto by Hilton New York City Times Square with my husband in early December. This property opened in September 2023, and staying in a new hotel in the big city was fun. The location was perfect….

Dubai, the largest city in the United Arab Emirates, has become world-famous in recent decades for its rapid population growth, its glitzy skyline (which includes the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building), the lavish lifestyle it offers many of its…

If you have ever searched for a list of open Hyatt club lounges, you know it’s an exercise in frustration. Hyatt doesn’t publish a list of open club lounges, so it’s challenging to determine which hotels actually have one. Since…

I stayed at the Hampton Inn and Suites Aurora South Denver with my family of 5 in mid-October 2023. It was a great stay and delivered exactly what we expected and then some. It was a great home base for…

Standing 35 stories high at an inclination of 18 degrees west, the Andaz Capital Gate, Abu Dhabi, is the holder of the Guinness World Record for the furthest-leaning building. For perspective, that’s more than 4 times the incline of the…

If you’re in the market for some winter sun, Cancún is the place to get it. The popular Mexican resort town has white sand beaches, plenty of things to do and see, and all-inclusive resorts that cater to every type…

When people — New Yorkers and tourists alike — think about Times Square, there’s often an instinctual reaction, good or bad. Tourists might react or reminisce on their experiences at the “Crossroads of the World” with fondness, while longtime New…

Hyatt Regency is a well-known and well-loved brand with over 240 properties in major cities and resort areas around the world. These full-service hotels cater to both business and leisure travelers and offer comfortable accommodations and thoughtful amenities. Of course,…

The World of Hyatt program is a favorite here at Upgraded Points for good reason. Although Hyatt has a significantly smaller footprint than brands such as Marriott and Hilton, it is the go-to brand for many, especially those who enjoy…

There’s a saying that “you get what you pay for.” In many ways, we got what we paid for when my wife and I spent 3 nights at one of the cheapest all-inclusive resorts in Mexico. The Sunscape Puerto Vallarta…

Hyatt Ziva is a brand of family-friendly, all-inclusive resorts with locations in the Caribbean and Mexico. I had the pleasure of staying at Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic and Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos in Mexico this year….

Faced with a 5-day school break, my family headed on an epic 1,000-mile round-trip road trip from our home in Qatar to the United Arab Emirates. When researching Marriott properties in Dubai, I came across Lapita, Dubai Parks and Resorts,…

My wife and I recently spent a night at the Alila SCBD Jakarta in Indonesia, and that was simply not enough. We only needed a hotel for a night before flying home from Jakarta, and we had no idea this…

The author was traveling as an invited guest of the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. South Beach, which began as a coconut farm in the…

If you’re like me, you typically associate wellness retreats or holistic hotels with high price tags. And that definitely applies when I hear “Alila,” as many of these World of Hyatt-participating properties can charge hefty sums. There are only 4…

Singapore can be an expensive place to visit, and hotels in Singapore prove this point. You’ll find a wealth of options for high-priced lodging, but there are few options for using low-value free night awards obtained from loyalty programs or…

If you’re a fan of American Airlines, you may be curious about AAdvantage Hotels. This booking platform, also referred to as American Airlines Hotels, was introduced in 2023 as a way to earn AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points by booking…

If you’re looking for a classic resort stay along the beach, this is it. The Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort has multiple restaurants, several pools, endless activities, entertainment for kids, good food, meetings, and weddings galore, and — my…

Bali is a place that most people have heard of, where many people have been, and about which there are even more opinions. Having listened to many people tell me of their experiences, I’d built up a preconception of Bali…

Visiting New York City is always something to look forward to. Unfortunately, staying at a hotel in the city can be expensive and leave a significant dent in your budget. In fact, New York City takes the top prize as the U.S….

If you plan to visit Thailand’s largest island, Phuket has dozens of hotels apt for any type of traveler. Phuket’s pristine beaches, numerous activities, and world-famous nightlife make it a popular vacation destination for couples, digital nomads, families, and youthful…