Conrad Istanbul
Booked an Executive City view room as a Premium Reward for 2 nights.
Received a Business Bosphorous View suite. Was some confusion with my reservation before arrival due to the South Korean President being there the same weekend, as apparently they had to change rooms around due to security protocols. All in all, made to feel very welcome and well looked after.
Hilton Dubai Creek
Booked a standard (deluxe) room for 2 nights using Q4 nights.
Received a Deluxe Suite at check in. Hotel is very busy tonight, so no pre-upgrade showing, so was a pleasant surprise when they mentioned the upgrade in the lounge.
So far so good with new Diamond upgrade system in place, especially as these have come via leisure stays when I really value the upgrade.