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Originally Posted by ElevatorEnthusiast
(Post 35848341)
In those cases, you just pay cash if the points rates are too high. The point that was being made is that hotels in Asia offer stronger quality and experience for less cash (often far less). I have had far better service at "mid-tier" hotels in Asia than the highest tier hotels in the US (ex. Park Hyatt New York).
This article in question focuses on US stays for the most part - but there is a consideration for maintaining status so that you can fully enjoy Elite benefits outside of the US, such as in Asia (or somewhat Europe). What is “mid tier” and what is “high tier” are both defined, in my opinion, by Category Placement. So to me “Mid Tier” is Category 3 to 5, “High Tier” is 6-7, and “Ultimate Tier” is Category 8. The problem with Category placement is that it’s based almost entirely on ADR which doesn’t account for quality, full service and so on. I think Hyatt Centric Times Square is a prime example of this as it’s currently a Category 6, but it’s definitely not a full service property and I’m sure one would not have an amazing experience there if comparing it to a comparably priced property in Asia. Overall it’s no secret that service standards in Asia are much higher, this is a well known fact. A friend recently stayed with Hyatt in Vietnam, and South Korea as a lowly Discoverist on paid stays (unfortunately couldn’t gift any GoH benefits since paid stays can only receive it starting in 2025) and he even commented on the vastly difference experience staying with Hyatt in Asia compared to the US, without any Globalist treatment. And again I think the blogger is an idiot if they were “scrambling to retain status” as there was actually 3 different challenges offered in 2023 to get or retain Globalist status, all for 20 nights. |
Originally Posted by Matt4200
(Post 35848422)
And my counter point is that many Asian properties such as the one mentioned PH Seoul with their current pricing should be in a lower category. It’s not just one week or month checked it’s several weeks and months over a 2 year span.
What is “mid tier” and what is “high tier” are both defined, in my opinion, by Category Placement. So to me “Mid Tier” is Category 3 to 5, “High Tier” is 6-7, and “Ultimate Tier” is Category 8. The problem with Category placement is that it’s based almost entirely on ADR which doesn’t account for quality, full service and so on. I think Hyatt Centric Times Square is a prime example of this as it’s currently a Category 6, but it’s definitely not a full service property and I’m sure one would not have an amazing experience there if comparing it to a comparably priced property in Asia. Overall it’s no secret that service standards in Asia are much higher, this is a well known fact. A friend recently stayed with Hyatt in Vietnam, and South Korea as a lowly Discoverist on paid stays (unfortunately couldn’t gift any GoH benefits since paid stays can only receive it starting in 2025) and he even commented on the vastly difference experience staying with Hyatt in Asia compared to the US, without any Globalist treatment. And again I think the blogger is an idiot if they were “scrambling to retain status” as there was actually 3 different challenges offered in 2023 to get or retain Globalist status, all for 20 nights. |
Originally Posted by SHLTP
(Post 35847982)
He didn't write the piece - the piece jives w my own experiences.
I also dont like the owner's views on a lot of things - he spreads a lot of Sinophobia and acts as if he knows China but doesn't. I really dislike it when bloggers spread hate about China |
Fear of china and things Chinese. Sino is the prefix that denotes China.
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Originally Posted by antonius66
(Post 35848544)
Fear of china and things Chinese. Sino is the prefix that denotes China.
Criticism yes, but never anything fearful. |
Originally Posted by ElevatorEnthusiast
(Post 35848448)
There's no reason to call someone an idiot. If they had no intention of staying with Hyatt again, they would not look to take advantage of a challenge. I also wasn't looking to maintain Globalist status earlier this year due to negative stay experiences last year and early this year. However, I decided to switch my decision later in the year, causing me to "scramble" and prioritize Hyatt more than I would normally in the last couple of months. By your logic, I'm a big idiot.
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Originally Posted by Expatriate (Post # 1239)
(Post 35848203)
4. IHG
d. Lifetime benefit ..none ... multi-year loyalty means nothing to IHG, so why bother continuing with IHG? ......2024 1. IHG have few million points to use, will not spend any money again until they offer Lifetime benefit |
The true colors of Gary's readers come out in this transphobic, reactionary cesspool of a comment section:
https://viewfromthewing.com/delta-ai...e-misgendered/ |
gpapadop : you're crystal ball seems on fire with accurate predictions ....
OMAAT: https://onemileatatime.com/insights/...fore-take-off/ VFTW: https://viewfromthewing.com/time-tra...lebrate-twice/ Both posted on 29 DEC 2023 : such an obscure topic, spooky that both minds work in unison :) But .... VFTW reminds us that it was him who teached OMAAT the timetravel technique... |
Originally Posted by gpapadop (Post # 1164) (June 2022)
(Post 34346757)
VFTW: Wow: Citi Offering 80,000 Points With New Premier Card Accounts
OMAAT: Wow: Citi Premier Card 80K Bonus Points Offer Posted almost at the same time. When your ghost writer gets lazy and...you keep insisting to your readers you write your own content smh.
Originally Posted by HadesNL (Post # 1254)
(Post 35860421)
gpapadop : you're crystal ball seems on fire with accurate predictions ....
Both posted on 29 DEC 2023 : such an obscure topic, spooky that both minds work in unison :) But .... VFTW reminds us that it was him who teached OMAAT the timetravel technique... Happy New Year, FlyerTalkers! From where America's day really begins! ;) |
Originally Posted by nineworldseries
(Post 35853175)
The true colors of Gary's readers come out in this transphobic, reactionary cesspool of a comment section:
https://viewfromthewing.com/delta-ai...e-misgendered/ |
Originally Posted by Xyzzy
(Post 35861096)
I feel gr:eek:ss for two reasons -- actually clicking through to VFTW and then reading what was there along with the replies.
Think before you Click! |
But where would I be without my Thought Leader? :p
Happy New Year to FlyerTalkers one and all, including G.L. ;) |
Originally Posted by gpapadop
(Post 35863229)
Every click and he makes more money. Maybe stop clicking? Oh wait, then this thread would not exist. Well, at least maybe we should stop linking this blog at least here?
Think before you Click! |
The thought leader discovered AI:
UfO in the sky and E.T. deplaning on the stairs :p |
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