New Starwood (SPG) Properties in Thailand
The Starwood group of hotels has an excellent range of hotels in Thailand and are constantly expanding. Chains in the group include Sheraton, Westin, W Hotels, St Regis, Four Points by Sheraton, Aloft, The Luxury Collection and Le Meridien.
Some of the higher end new properties claim to have only limited participation in the SPG frequent guest scheme.
Marriott introduces Marriott Rewards Member Rates
In order to encourage customers to book rooms direct through Marriott itself rather than through third-party vendors, the company has created a new members-only rate for patrons who subscribe to Marriott’s loyalty program. The special rates take effect on April 11, 2016 and can be taken advantage of via Marriott’s website, through phone bookings, or […]
Starwood chooses Chinese insurance group Anbang’s merger offer over Marriott’s
Starwood has informed Marriott that they intend to terminate their merger agreement unless Marriott can amend terms to satisfy Starwood board that its bid is superior to that of rival offer from Anbang.
Marriott & Starwood re-affirm their merger intentions
Offering stockholders significant equity upside and greater long-term value, Marriott International has reaffirmed its commitment to acquire Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. Noting that the already announced merger deal is in the best interests of both the firms, Marriott said that it will work toward the successful integration of the two companies in anticipation […]
Starwood receives USD13B takeover bid
Starwood Hotels & Resorts, now on a merger path with Marriott International, has come across a takeover bid from a “consortium” of investors led by the Chinese insurance group Anbang for an aggregate value of $13 billion that works out to a unit share price of $76.
Marriott to buy Starwood Hotels
No word yet on the fate of your Starpoints or their value Last week, hot on the hotel gossip vine was the report of the Hyatt Hotel Corporation being in talks to acquire the Starwood Hotel and Resort Worldwide chain. Apparently those talks were either in the myth area, the shopping wish list of Hyatt […]
World of Hyatt Expands Its Rewarding Stay Experiences With The Introduction Of Alila Hotels And ResortsTo remain relevant in business, companies need to continuously improve their business models, rewards and even pool their resources with competing companies. In their new press release, Hyatt officially unveiled the expansion and addition of Alila hotels to their loyalty program by providing us with a complete list of all 16 hotels and where they […]
IHG Opts for Bulk-Size Amenities to Reduce Plastic WasteIHG is going to be switching all 5,600 of its hotels from miniature bathroom amenities to bulk-size ones in order to reduce waste and environmental impact. IHG’s properties include nearly 843,000 guest rooms worldwide, and IHG’s guests have become increasingly interested in reducing the environmental impact of their stays. Several of IHG’s hotel brands, including […]
How To Get Free Upgrades From HotelsThere is one simple, ethical, and lawful way to get upgrades from hotels, and you’ll feel like you’re getting more for what you paid. Outside of having a lot of points with a hotel’s loyalty program, of course. So, if a hotel offers you a paid upgrade, turn it down. Hotels typically oversell the base […]
Avani Hotels signs two new properties in Krabi, ThailandPopular hotel brand Avani Hotels, a subsidiary of Minor Hotels, has purchased two new properties in Krabi, Thailand. Renovations for these two properties are planned, and the hotels will open between late 2019 and mid-2020. The town of Krabi is a popular resort town, located on an island about seventy-five kilometers from the Krabi International […]
Thailand’s Highest Restaurant and Bar now open at Mahanakhon Bangkok SkyBarThe highest restaurant and bar in Thailand is the Mahanakhon Bangkok SkyBar. You can find it at the 76th and 77th floor of the King Power Mahanakhon skyscraper. The managing director of the skyscraper wanted the restaurant to create a memorable dining experience while also celebrating the city. It is also meant to be a […]
