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Review: XO Hotels Couture Amsterdam
XO Hotels Couture is where some friends and I stayed recently when visiting Amsterdam. We largely chose the place because it was close to where other friends lived. Booking directly with the hotel means you receive a 10% discount, so our triple room ended up being €438.41. Split between three...
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Our stay at the Westin Palm Springs resort
It is lovely when your status can cover most of your costs, isn’t it. I had some vouchers for Marriott that were expiring so decided to fly to Palm Springs to enjoy a sunny weekend. I had never been there before but had heard about it from people attending PGA...
2PAXfly
AUCKLAND: I went to Auckland, New Zealand, for a weekend Qantas Double Status Credits run
I’m sitting in the Qantas Auckland Airport First Class Lounge (if it deserves that title), waiting for our flight to be called. We arrived early, so there were three hours at least to go. I’m travelling with 2A, an occasional contributor to 2PAXfly, a friend, and a fellow avgeek. Status...
Planely Alex
Review: Akelarre Hotel in San Sebastian, Spain
About this hotel Akelarre Hotel is a well-designed 22-room retreat perched on a bluff overlooking the Cantabrian Sea, just a short drive from San Sebastian, Spain. Originally renowned as a 3-star Michelin restaurant, Akelarre has expanded into a hotel that is a part of the Relais & Châteaux group. Check...
Points Miles and Bling
Review: Park Hyatt Washington D.C. was profoundly disappointing
Park Hyatt Washington DC – Introduction and Booking Situated between the White House and Georgetown in a chic neighbourhood, Park…
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The Churchill Hotel in Washington DC
It is always an unusual event to stay in a hotel that is not affiliated with one of the big brands. I stayed in the Churchill Hotel in Washington DC which is near Embassy Row. It is right across the road from the Washington Hilton and about half a mile...
Nonstop Points
Quick Review: Hilton Singapore Orchard
I am always fascinated by international Hilton hotels. Compared to domestic ones that tend to be dated with limited service, I am always impressed by their global counterparts in cities such as Paris and Sydney. I will briefly review Hilton Singapore Orchard in this article since I was not planning...
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Art appreciation at the Wynn
As you wander down the halls of the Wynn in Las Vegas you will see an amazing display of art, pottery, vases, display cabinets, ancient artifacts and flowers. There are so many different displays all around the Convention Center as well as in the Casino and other areas that they...
God Save The Points
Review: Fairmont San Francisco || A Stay So Lovely You’ll Leave Your Heart in SF
The Fairmont San Francisco is a landmark hotel that has seen patrons such as US presidents, world leaders and celebrities grace its hallowed halls. Since 1907,...
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Planely Alex
Review: Six Senses Douro Valley
Booking this stay When booking this stay, I opted for the convenience of using the American Express Fine Hotels and Resorts platform. Booking through AMEX FHR ensured that I not only secured a stunning vineyard premier room but also unlocked a range of exclusive benefits for our stay: Getting there...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa
We drove out to Palm Springs for the Independence Day holiday and tried out the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa, located about 20 minutes beyond Palm Springs in the Coachella Valley. Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa Review Admittedly, these are usually the type of hotels I...