Who would have thought that I would have to post again about Hyatt, so soon after my experience in Hamburg? Several weeks ago my Private Line Agent made a reservation at the Grand Hyatt in Berlin and used one of my remaining upgrade certificates to confirm a suite. As usual this was a Grand Suite…
Disappointment at Park Hyatt Hamburg
I have been a Diamond member of Hyatt Gold Passport for more than 10 years. About 2 years ago Hyatt relaunched the scheme with a host of extra benefits. I am a big fan of the scheme and usually enjoy upgrades to the Club Floor, free internet and a welcome amenity (or in the US…
Hyatt 48Lex Hotel Review – October 2011
I stayed the new 48 Lex Hyatt Hotel in Manhattan last weekend. It was a free stay, just using Gold Passport points. The hotel is good value on points in comparison to others in Manhattan. Location On the corner of Lexington Avenue and 48th in Manhattan. Whilst the cab driver from JFK had no idea…
Big news from UK, BA to buy bmi from Lufthansa
Clearly the big news today is that Lufthansa are selling off bmi to the group that owns British Airways and Iberia. They plan to complete the deal by April 2012 according to press reports. It appears that the slots at Heathrow are again the attraction for BA/IB. It appears that Virgin also wanted bmi, but…
Is Delta THE WORST airline at JFK?
I have a confession – I like JFK airport. I know, I know, you all say that I should go and lie down in a dark room. My liking is based on two things – the fond affection I have for the BA/United terminal from the days when United used to fly there three times…
Thoughts from the 9/11 Memorial – Oct 2011
It was my first visit to the 9/11 memorial yesterday. A clear, cold day with bright blue skies, not dissimilar to the when the terrorists came. I should say from the outset that I don’t know anyone who died in the attacks, but I had been in New York the weekend before them, leaving on…
UK Travel Credit cards – bmi launch Dual Card scheme
Just when I thought my review of bmi credit cards was completed, they come along and launch another variation. This time it’s two cards (one Amex, one Visa) for the price of one. One credit limit of course. BUT – Different earning rates! Key facts: 20,000 mile welcome bonus if you spend £250 in 90…
Funny Tuesday
Explaining the UK – click to watch video If you ever wondered what you should call that little island off the coast of Europe – this video explains terms such as Great Britain, United Kingdom and why you find the head of The Queen on the currency of Canada. Enjoy!
UK Travel Card round-up – Part 4 – American Express and Diners Club
AMERICAN EXPRESS GOLD CARD 20,000 bonus points on joining and 2 points for £1 on Travel 2 points when spending abroad and at Supermarkets and petrol stations 1 point elsewhere Transfer points to AF/KL, Alitalia, BA/BMI/DL/IB/, SAS, SQ and VA Fee – £125 per annum, with 3 months free in first year. 2 Lounge passes…
BA Executive Club Changes – announcement of new Tier Point earnings for Long Haul flights
BA have released the one thing they left out of the announcement on the changes to Executive Club – namely the new Tier Point earning levels. Clearly it’s not the doubling that would have been required to keep the Euro-based members happy. Personally I think they are pretty generous, especially as it appears that they…
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