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Mini Hotel Tour Review: Raffles Boston
Background I did a property tour of the Raffles Boston during my last trip to the city, and it was nice to check out the first North American property for the Raffles brand. Raffles Hotels & Resorts is a Singaporean chain of luxury hotels that is part of Accor. It...
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Hotel Review: The Langham Boston Premier Room
Background & Location The Langham Boston is quite a unique property as it used to be the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, which opened in 1922. It became a hotel in 1981 as the Hotel Meridien Boston and became the Langham in 2003. The hotel closed in 2019, underwent a...
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Review: Quality Apartments Melbourne Central was affordable comfort
Quality Apartments Melbourne Central – Introduction After confirming my flights, my next hurdle was finding accommodation on points while at the Australian… The post Review: Quality Apartments Melbourne Central was affordable comfort appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa | Oahu’s Newest Hotel
I had the opportunity to stay and review the Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa recently and was surprised with the $0 resort fee and the return of the club lounge on Oahu. Watch the video below for a full walk-through, photos, and my thoughts are below. Booking I booked this...
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Review: Residence Inn by Marriott, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
On a recent stay, I spent three nights at the Residence Inn, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai. Here is a detailed review of the hotel and what to expect. It was quite a good stay at a nominal price. The post Review: Residence Inn by Marriott, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai appeared...
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Review: The Ivens is a Chic Boutique Hotel in Lisbon, Portugal
The Ivens – Introduction The Ivens, an Autograph Collection Hotel, is centrally located in the elegant Chiado district in Lisbon,… The post Review: The Ivens is a Chic Boutique Hotel in Lisbon, Portugal appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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HOTEL REVIEW: The George Hotel, Christchurch (Ōtautahi). Luxurious local comfort.
Introduction The question of where to stay becomes a little piquant in a city that an earthquake nearly destroyed in 2011 and nonetheless killed 185 people. Do you stay in something that survived the calamity or one that has been built to withstand one in the future? I’d spent considerable...
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An Exquisite Stay at the Al Manara, Saraya Aqaba, Jordan
Introduction and Booking Nestled along the northeastern tip of the Red Sea is Aqaba, Jordan’s sole coastal gem. It’s renowned… The post An Exquisite Stay at the Al Manara, Saraya Aqaba, Jordan appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: The English Hotel Las Vegas should be your go-to away from the strip
The English Hotel – Introduction and Booking The English Hotel is a boutique hotel in the vibrant Las Vegas Arts… The post Review: The English Hotel Las Vegas should be your go-to away from the strip appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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HOTEL FIRST LOOK: Westin Brisbane, nice but not a patch on Melbourne sister
I’ve just spent three nights in Brisbane at The Westin in Mary Steet in the CBD. We got an upgrade to a club floor and had a very comfortable stay. However, I don’t think this hotel compares in terms of design or service with its sister Westin branded hotel in...
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MARRIOTT: Plans for three Adelaide hotels – Westin, Marriott and ?
Adelaide looks like it is going to win the trifecta when it comes to Marriot Hotels. Scheduled to open in August of 2024 is the Marriot brand hotel within the former Adelaide General Post Office. That is to be followed by a Westin Hotel on Adelaide’s cultural strip, North Terrace....
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Review: Conrad Washington DC is perfect for an upscale getaway
Conrad Washington DC – Introduction and Booking With a quick weekend trip to Washington DC, this time, I decided to… The post Review: Conrad Washington DC is perfect for an upscale getaway appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Enjoying the No 1 lounge in Heathrow airport
I was at Heathrow airport at 04h45 to check-in for my flight to Athens. Passport and security went smoothly so I was able to spend some time at the No 1 lounge at Heathrow in Terminal 3.   https://no1lounges.com/lounges-by-location/no1-lounge-at-heathrow-t3/   There is this very useful sign that shows all the...
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In 10 pics: Conrad New York Midtown Review
Conrad New York Midtown – Introduction and Booking After my weekend stay at the Residence Inn Manhattan to watch the… The post In 10 pics: Conrad New York Midtown Review appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Memories Aicha Luxury Camp – Desert Glamping in Wadi Rum, Jordan
Wadi Rum Jordan – Introduction After our time in Amman, we journeyed south to explore the mesmerizing beauty of Wadi… The post Memories Aicha Luxury Camp – Desert Glamping in Wadi Rum, Jordan appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.