Articles by Jesse Sokolow
Hilton HHonors Adds Online Shop-to-Earn Mall
Hilton HHonors, the loyalty program for Hilton Worldwide’s 10 brands, has launched its Shop-to-Earn Mall, a global network of online shops. The new digital mall can be accessed at www.HHonors.com/shoptoearn, and offers members around the world the chance to shop for merchandise and exclusive deals from over 1,500 different retailers.
Members can earn bonus points with any purchase, and retail options include everything from jewelry and apparel brands, to electronics and …
Residence Inn at Tysons Corner Gets Makeover
The Residence Inn at Tysons Corner in Vienna, Virginia, recently completed a series of renovations. Included in the work were a new complimentary high-sped internet system, new flat-screen TVs, LEEDS-certified energy-efficient appliances in each room, and more and conveniently located electrical outlets. Other major improvements included a remodeled breakfast area and an updated 24-hour fitness center.
The Residence Inn is comprised of 12 separate villa-style buildings surrounding an outdoor pool and …
Strategic Hotels Acquires Essex House, Will Rebrand as JW Marriott
Update-14 Sept: Strategic Hotels & Resorts announced that it had closed on the acquisition of the Essex House Hotel on September 14 and rebranded it the JW Marriott Essex House Hotel. Strategic Hotels entered into a joint venture with an affiliate of KSL Capital Partners to fund the acquisition and will retain 51% of the joint venture. It also announced that it will immediately begin improving the property with a …
JAL Reveals New First, Business, Economy Seats for 777-300ER Fleet
Japan Airlines announced it will install brand new seats in first and business class as well as in its main cabin and premium economy sections in its fleet of Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. The new seats and interior will debut in January 2013, on JAL’s flights between Tokyo (Narita) and London (Heathrow).
JAL will retrofit 13 777-300ER aircraft with the new seats and will use the aircraft on flights to New York’s …
Ethiopian Airlines Receives New Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Ethiopian Airlines took delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner earlier this week. The Boeing 787 is one of the world’s most technologically advanced aircraft, with numerous system, engine and aerodynamic advancements, and is constructed entirely of light-weight composites.
The 787 is the first mid-sized airplane capable of flying long-range routes, resulting in the ability for airlines to open new routes, including non-stop flights. “We have been waiting for this airplane …
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Adds Points to Try Continental Meetings Offer
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts enhanced its Try InterContinental Meetings offer, so that it now includes Priority Club Rewards Points for meeting organizers. This is in addition to the Insider Break upgrade and complimentary Internet that all delegates receive. The Try InterContinental Meetings package will be available to new groups who book and hold their meeting by December 31, 2013.
Meeting organizers will receive three Priority Club Rewards points for every euro …
Hyatt Offers Gold Passport Members up to 65,000 Bonus Points
Beginning on September 1, 2012 and continuing through November 30, Hyatt Gold Passport members will have the opportunity to earn up to 65,000 bonus points. After their first five eligible nights, members are able to earn 5,000 Hyatt Gold Passport bonus points, and 10,000 more for every five eligible nights following their first five. There are no blackout dates, and the bonus points can be used for perks that include …
