Originally Posted by
bsdstone
I'll be very curious to see if any of the high end chains start a loyalty program given the beating they are taking in this economy?
Leading Hotels of the World is launching one this month. Stay 5 nights at any LHW properties (same calendar year) and get 1 free night, valid at any LHW property.
Could be attractive for some people, and could arbitrage well at cheaper places in Asia and redeeming in Europe / US. Only snag is that only 1 free night can be used per stay so you can't stay 15 nights, get 3 free nights and then use them all together at the same hotel.