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Last Chance Deals: 7 transfer bonuses, 5X-7X quarterly spending bonuses, & much, much more
Welcome to our weekly list of what’s ending this week as well as a collection of some other deals that are due to end soon. It’s an extremely busy week for deals that are about to end because Tuesday is both the end of the month and end of Q2. As...
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The 28 worst tourist traps out there
How can you tell a tourist trap from an interesting sight? After reading a list of 28 of the worst tourist traps out there, I was surprised to see how many of those I'd been to - I definitely have to agree with #1 on the list...
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33 Cruise Passengers Were Left Behind. What Happened Next Was Unexpected.
When you’re on a cruise and in port for the day, making sure that you’re back when you’re supposed to be back is serious business. That’s why cruise lines will…
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Priority Pass Just Announced These Airport Lounge Changes For July
Founded in 1992, Priority Pass is a program that provides members with access to a network of 1,900+ airport lounges and travel experiences in over 725 airports in 145 countries.…
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7 Ways You Give Away Your Social Status at the Hotel Check-In Desk
When people check into a hotel, you’d think everybody is equal. After all, whether you’re staying in a standard room or the presidential suite, everyone has to stop at the…
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United Airlines Is Working To End The Worst Part Of International Connections: Rechecking Bags In The U.S.
United is working with Customs and Border Protection to expand programs that let international connecting passengers skip reclaiming and rechecking bags at their first U.S. airport. The airline already has this on Sydney–San Francisco, and broader adoption could cut customs delays, missed connections, and one of the worst hassles in...
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United Airlines Flight From Shanghai Jettisons $50,000 Worth of Fuel to Offload Confused Passenger Over ‘Small Quarrel’ With Flight Attendant
The pilots of a United Airlines flight from Shanghai to San Francisco are estimated to have dumped up to $50,000 worth of fuel to divert the plane to Tokyo Narita after a ‘confused’ Chinese woman who didn’t speak English got involved in a ‘small quarrel’ with a flight attendant, a...
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The 10 Dirtiest Cities in America, According To A New Study
One of the best things about travel is seeing places that are completely different from home. Unfortunately, sometimes that includes seeing places that are, well, a little dirtier than home,…
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Flight Attendant Calls Out “Cute Boy In 17D” Over The PA, Then Asks Him Out With A Trip Offer On A Napkin
A passenger says a flight attendant called him out over the PA as the “cute boy in 17D,” then handed him a napkin with her name, phone number, and an offer to take a trip together. It is a bold move, but not unheard of: flight attendants have asked out...
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British Airways 787-10 Business Class (Club Suite) Review
This is the TFM review of the Boeing 787-10 British Airways Business Class Club Suite I’ve flown in British Airways Business Class across the Atlantic more times than I care to recall, but it took a trip which routed me via Seattle before I finally got to see what the...
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Denver Officials Tried To Fake Safety Excuse Blocking ICE Deportation Airline — $90 Million In Grants At Risk
Denver denied Key Lime Air airport space because the carrier had operated ICE deportation flights, even though federally funded airports must provide access without unjust discrimination. Now a memo says city officials tried to build a post-hoc safety excuse for the decision — putting $90 million in federal airport grants...
The Bulkhead Seat
EU Entry/Exit System Might Be Paused as Airports Warn of Summer Travel Disruptions
The European Union’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is facing renewed criticism after the head of…
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 359
The photograph in this article was taken during breakfast hours in the dining area near the lobby at the Spark by Hilton Minot in North Dakota. For this edition of this popular game, can you guess what...
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Tem vídeo novo no YouTube: suas compras do dia a dia podem virar pontos Esfera!
Tem vídeo novo do Pontos Pra Voar no YouTube! No vídeo de hoje, nossa editora Laís Roani te mostra como transformar as suas compras básicas do dia a dia, como supermercado e farmácia, em um saldo de pontos Esfera! Nova meta de gastos nos cartões Santander para sala VIP Você...
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Ainda dá tempo! Assine o Sam’s Club com 30% de desconto e ganhe R$ 200 OFF
Ainda dá tempo de aproveitar a oferta do Sam’s Club exclusiva para os leitores do Pontos pra Voar, na qual oferece 30% de desconto na assinatura anual. Além disso, você pode adicionar um dependente gratuitamente na sua conta e ambos ganham R$ 100 OFF na primeira compra no site ou app....
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Prorrogou! Shopping Smiles oferece até 15 milhas por real na Casas Bahia
Perdeu o prazo? O Shopping Smiles decidiu prorrogar a oferta em parceria com a Casas Bahia, oferecendo aos seus clientes até 15 milhas por real gasto em produtos participantes. Veja os detalhes a seguir e aproveite. Promoção no Shopping Smiles Casas Bahia O acúmulo turbinado de milhas está estruturado da seguinte...
Brazil
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Corre que vai acabar! Revolut oferece 5.000 pontos bônus para novos usuários
A campanha promocional da Revolut que oferece 5.000 pontos de boas-vindas para novos usuários vai acabar nesta terça-feira, dia 30 de junho de 2026! Por isso, corra aproveitar enquanto há tempo e garanta seus pontos que podem ser transferidos para os programas de fidelidade de diversas companhias aéreas. Em parceria com...
Brazil
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Alerta PPV! Passagens nacionais a partir de 2.600 pontos + taxas
Bem-vindo a mais uma edição do alerta de passagens PPV! Neste sábado, você confere 12 opções de passagens nacionais a partir de 2.600 pontos + taxas. Abaixo, veja os principais detalhes. Passagens nacionais Nessa tabela, mesclamos algumas emissões dos três programas de companhias aéreas nacionais para você aproveitar e emitir...
Brazil
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Club Med busca novos destinos no Brasil após anunciar resorts em Gramado e Fortaleza
Os planos de expansão do Club Med no Brasil seguem avançando. Após anunciar novos empreendimentos em Gramado, no Rio Grande do Sul, e em Fortaleza, no Ceará, a rede hoteleira confirmou que continua avaliando oportunidades para ampliar sua presença no país.  A estratégia demonstra a confiança da empresa no potencial...
Brazil
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Amazon: veja os produtos mais procurados do momento
Quer saber quais são os produtos que estão chamando a atenção dos consumidores na Amazon? A equipe de promoções do PPV preparou uma seleção especial com alguns dos itens mais populares em diferentes categorias da plataforma. Confira o que está em alta no momento e aproveite para descobrir boas oportunidades...
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Hotéis com piscina em Belo Horizonte, Rio de Janeiro e São Paulo com diárias a partir de R$ 256
Uma piscina faz toda a diferença na hora de escolher um hotel, seja para relaxar, aproveitar o calor ou curtir momentos de lazer. Neste artigo, reunimos hotéis em Belo Horizonte, Rio de Janeiro e São Paulo com diárias a partir de R$ 256. Veja os detalhes e aproveite as ofertas....
Brazil
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Pompeia terá visitas noturnas com degustação de vinhos e roteiro por áreas históricas
Programação especial em Pompéia entre junho e julho permitirá conhecer parte da antiga cidade romana em visitas noturnas, com experiências gastronômicas e tours guiados aos vinhedos históricos do parque. Quem pretende visitar Pompeia durante o verão europeu poderá conhecer o sítio arqueológico por um novo ângulo. O Parque Arqueológico de...
Brazil
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Turistas estrangeiros gastaram US$ 4,8 bilhões no Brasil entre janeiro e maio
Entrada de divisas no Brasil cresceu 11,6% em relação ao mesmo período de 2025, enquanto o número de turistas estrangeiros também avançou nos cinco primeiros meses do ano. O turismo internacional segue em alta no Brasil. Entre janeiro e maio de 2026, visitantes estrangeiros movimentaram US$ 4,8 bilhões na economia...
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Copa do Mundo no aeroporto: Ambaar Club transforma sala VIP em camarote
Ambaar Club, que tem 14 salas VIP em aeroportos brasileiros, quer garantir que os viajantes não percam os jogos da Copa do Mundo e aproveitem o clima da competição, com cardápio de drinks customizado, comidas e atrações interativas, além dos tradicionais telões e decoração em verde e amarelo. Quem disse...
Brazil
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⁠LifeMiles da Avianca é reconhecido como programa revelação do ano!
O LifeMiles, programa de fidelidade da Avianca, foi reconhecido como Programa de Fidelidade Revelação do Ano no Freddie Awards 2026. A conquista reforça a posição do programa como o mais premiado da América Latina, acumulando 23 reconhecimentos internacionais em seus 15 anos de história. O LifeMiles recebeu o prêmio “Up...
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Assine o Clube Livelo Classic e ganhe até 25.000 pontos
A Livelo voltou com mais uma campanha para quem deseja assinar o Clube Classic. Nesta promoção, novos assinantes podem garantir 25.000 pontos no plano anual ou 24.000 pontos no plano mensal, somando os benefícios recorrentes do clube com um bônus especial de adesão. A oferta é válida até o dia...
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Bei Revolut in vielen Programmen Meilen sammeln – UDPATE: Singapore KrisFlyer
Mit RevPoints bei Revolut Meilen sammeln … Revolut hat in unser Community schon einen gewissen legendären Ruf. Bis…
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Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 26 de junho de 2026
Bem-vindo à última edição do Radar PPV da semana! Como de costume, tivemos um dia mais tranquilo e com poucas novidades. A seguir, confira todas as ofertas disponíveis nesta sexta-feira. Promoções de acúmulo de pontos Promoções de transferência de pontos Compra de pontos com desconto Compra de pontos com bônus...
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Acaba hoje! LATAM Pass oferece 20% de bônus na transferência de pontos do Itaú e Credicard
Hoje é o último dia para aproveitar a campanha de transferência bonificada do LATAM Pass em parceria com o Itaú e Credicard. Até o fim da promoção, os clientes podem receber 20% de bônus ao transferir pontos para o programa. Confira todas as regras da oferta a seguir. LATAM Pass...
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Alerta PPV: passagens LATAM a partir de R$ 150
Se você está planejando viajar sem gastar muito, esta seleção pode ajudar. No Alerta PPV de hoje, reunimos passagens da LATAM a partir de R$ 150 para diversos destinos nacionais. Confira os trechos disponíveis e aproveite para planejar sua próxima viagem pelo Brasil. Passagens nacionais na LATAM Para garantir as...
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Wise lança cartão para crianças e adolescentes no Brasil; novidade pode facilitar viagens em família
Além de incentivar a educação financeira de crianças e adolescentes, o novo cartão da Wise permite que responsáveis acompanhem gastos em tempo real e utilizem a mesma infraestrutura internacional da conta em mais de 100 países. A Wise anunciou o lançamento do cartão Mesada no Brasil, uma nova modalidade voltada...
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Últimas horas! Azul Fidelidade oferece até 120% de bônus na transferência de parceiros
O Azul Fidelidade segue com sua campanha de transferência bonificada, oferecendo até 120% de bônus no envio de pontos de todos os parceiros, exceto a Porto, com destaque para Livelo e Esfera. A oferta termina em breve, hoje, 26 de junho, então esta é a reta final para aproveitar. Confira os...
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Vai pro exterior? Abra sua conta na AstroPay, converta com IOF zero e ganhe até US$ 20 de cashback
Quem costuma viajar para o exterior sabe que passagem e hospedagem são apenas parte do orçamento. A forma de pagar durante a viagem também faz diferença no valor final, especialmente quando entram na conta IOF, spread cambial e conversões de moeda. Nesse cenário, a AstroPay oferece uma conta global que...
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Amazon, Mercado Livre e Magalu com cupons para gastar menos
Antes de finalizar sua próxima compra, vale a pena conferir esta seleção. Reunimos cupons ativos da Amazon, Mercado Livre e Magalu que podem render uma boa economia em diversas categorias, incluindo eletrônicos, itens para casa, moda, beleza e muito mais. Veja os detalhes e aproveite. Amazon Confira os cupons ativos...
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Aeroporto de Salvador terá uma nova sala VIP ainda em 2026
O Aeroporto Internacional de Salvador ganhará uma nova sala VIP no segundo semestre de 2026. O espaço está em construção e terá projeto inspirado na cultura baiana. Os passageiros que embarcam pelo Aeroporto Internacional de Salvador devem ganhar uma nova opção de sala VIP ainda no segundo semestre de 2026....
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Último dia! Shopping Smiles oferece até 15 milhas por real gasto na Casas Bahia
Hoje é o último dia para aproveitar a promoção na parceria entre Shopping Smiles e Casas Bahia. Nesta oferta, você pode acumular até 15 milhas por real gasto em produtos participantes. Confira as regras e aproveite essa oportunidade para acelerar o acúmulo de milhas antes que a oferta termine. Promoção...
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Emirates apresenta novos kits de amenidades da Bulgari para passageiros da primeira classe e classe executiva
A Emirates apresentou uma nova coleção de amenity kits desenvolvida em parceria com a Bulgari para passageiros da primeira classe e da classe executiva. Os novos modelos trazem cores renovadas e diferentes fragrâncias masculinas e femininas. A Emirates renovou sua linha de kits de amenidades desenvolvidos em parceria com a...
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The Washington Post Ranked America’s Best Airports. Somehow Dulles Beat San Francisco
The Washington Post ranked America’s best airports, but its methodology helps explain some strange results: San Diego missing the top 50, San Francisco outside the top 10, and Dulles ranked ahead of easier airports. Airports should be judged by how quickly and reliably they get passengers to, through, and out...
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Is my brain built for this? Managing points and miles even when it doesn’t come naturally (A Carrie commentary)
Does anyone else feel a little bit like the art kid attempting to ace a math class when learning about miles and points strategies? When I go to points and miles conferences or even listen to the Frequent Miler on the Air podcast from week to week, I often find...

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Is InterContinental Ambassador Status Worth $225?
InterContinental Ambassador status sounds simple enough: pay $225, or 45,000 IHG One Rewards points, and receive extra benefits at InterContinental hotels. But whether it’s actually worth buying depends almost entirely…
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SWISS Is Serving First Class Passengers A Hot Dog Called The Bastardo And Putting Sour Cream On It
SWISS is serving first class passengers a seasonal hot dog called “The Bastardo,” topped with apple chutney, red coleslaw, sour cream, walnuts, and cress. They had to cut the bun because the hot dog kept tipping over on SWISS First porcelain.
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 28 June, 2026
Hello travellers, Well, I’m in Sydney, but not quite home yet. If you have ever had a renovation done, you will understand. I have spent the last week at a Meriton Suites in central Sydney. It’s been a mixed experience. Living in central Sydney has some great advantages, especially on...
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta’s LAX Growth Is Not Done: Philadelphia And Washington Dulles Flights Planned
Live and Let’s Fly has learned that Delta’s new Los Angeles–Newark service may be only one piece of a broader LAX expansion strategy, with future nonstop service also planned for Philadelphia and Washington Dulles. Delta’s Los Angeles Expansion May Not Stop With Newark As I covered earlier, Delta Air Lines...
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“We Almost Hit A Drone!” United Airlines 737 Comes Within 100 Feet On Newark Approach
A United Airlines 737 landing at Newark came within about 100 feet of a drone, according to pilots, in the latest reminder that careless or pernicious drone operators can create very real danger around airports. United 737 Nearly Hits Drone On Approach To Newark A United Airlines flight from Key...
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Delta Wants To Win LAX While American And United Are Stuck At The Gate. Philadelphia And Dulles Flights Coming
Delta has already become the largest carrier at LAX, and now it appears to be pressing its advantage while American and United are gate-constrained. After moving up Newark–Los Angeles by four years, Delta may add Philadelphia and Washington Dulles next, filling in more competitor hubs so Los Angeles customers have...
One Mile at a Time
Weekly Review: June 27, 2026
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! Hello from beautiful, and swelteringly hot, South Tyrol… and here I was thinking we’d slightly be escaping the heat by leaving Florida! On the points & travel front, this week Ryanair updated its family seating policy, Wyndham Rewards announced award...
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2026 Travel Predictions Midyear Review: Which Predictions Came True?
I've reached the halfway point of 2026, so it's time to see how my predictions are holding up. Some have already come true, while others are still waiting to happen—and a few are looking less likely by the day. Check out my midyear review to see which predictions hit the...
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How Many of These “Old Man Airport Behaviors” Do You Do?
The series of Progressive Insurance commercials talking about people turning into their parents slays me. The latest one about airport behaviors had me thinking ...
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Why Passports Come In Different Colors (And What Those Colors Actually Mean)
Have you ever noticed that passports from different countries come in different colors? It turns out those colors aren’t chosen at random. From politics and religion to geography and history,…
Miles To Memories
Amex Pulls Transfer Bonuses, Cruises From $49 & Rakuten Bonuses For Amazon
In our Around the Web series we take a look at interesting articles that cover miles, points, travel and personal finance.
View from the Wing
30 Chase Sapphire Reserve Benefits, Credits, And Rules Even Seasoned Cardmembers Miss
The Chase Sapphire Reserve has a $795 annual fee, but its real value depends on understanding how the credits, lounge access, travel protections, transfer partners, authorized user benefits, and new earning categories actually work. These 30 details cover the fine print that can help cardmembers stack benefits, avoid clawbacks, earn...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Views From Putnam Hill Park in Zanesville in Ohio
Consisting of approximately 18.5 acres, Putnam Hill Park in Zanesville in Ohio offers a panoramic view of the small city — along with the historic and somewhat unique Y-Bridge that crosses the Muskingum River.
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TSA Finds Smoke Grenade In Peanut Butter, Airbnb Demands Tipping, And Marriott Takes Away Ketchup Packets
News and notes from around the interweb: Most likely, TSA caught this because they consider peanut butter to be a liquid. Last week a traveler flying through Indianapolis International Airport attempted to take two live smoke grenades, one of which was concealed inside of a jar of peanut butter. TSA...
Miles To Memories
(Last Chance) 3 Night Stay & $100 Back Holiday Inn Club Vacations Timeshare Presentation Offer
There is a new Holiday Inn Club Vacations Offer that could net you a 3 night stay in 9 different destinations, plus $100 cash back!
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How To Get Through TSA Security As Quickly & Easily As Possible
If you don’t fly very often, going through TSA can feel overwhelming. There are signs everywhere, bins flying around, people taking off jackets, emptying pockets, removing laptops, and somehow everyone…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
United Airlines Boeing 737 With 106 Passengers On Board Narrowly Avoids Collision With Drone Flying in Prohibited Airspace Near Newark Liberty Airport
A packed United Airlines Boeing 737 with 106 passengers and five crew members on board narrowly avoided colliding with a drone as it made its final approach to land at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) on Friday. The incident involved United flight UA-1513, which was in the final minutes of...
Miles To Memories
Disneyland or Walt Disney World? Reflecting on Our Latest Family Vacation
We just completed our 2026 Disneyland family vacation, and I have thoughts. I include plenty of Walt Disney World comparisons.
The Bulkhead Seat
2026 Weekly Review: June 27th
Greetings from Paris! We are here in the stifling heat. The city has been…
Live and Let’s Fly
Trump’s “Welcome, But Be Good” Passport Is A Sad 250th Birthday Gift To America
President Trump says America’s new limited-edition 250th anniversary passport says, “Welcome, but be good!” I assume he does not literally mean that phrase will appear in the passport, but the fact that we even have to ask says plenty. Trump Passport With His Own Image Is A Sad 250th Birthday...
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How Many Languages Are Flight Attendants Required To Learn?
You might be surprised to realize that certain flight attendants on specific airlines are required to learn multiple languages, even just to be ...
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (27th June)
It’s been a week of hiding in air-conditioned offices and considering relationships with an electric fan as hot weather has grabbed the UK and Western Europe like no one’s business. However, the show must go on, so under heat and far too much water, it must be time for Last Week...
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SWISS Adds a First Class Hot Dog to Its Summer Menu
SWISS is giving First Class dining a playful twist this summer by serving a…
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Review: Park Hyatt London River Thames
There are high expectations about the opening of the Park Hyatt London. I wondered if it would live up to all the buzz!