Park Hyatt Tokyo review
I have been visiting Tokyo many times. There are hotels in all types of hotels, from a capsule-style hostel in Akihabara to the ultraluxe Janu Tokyo. The sky-high Park Hyatt Tokyo, best known for its…
Park Hyatt Marrakech review
I have a treasured currency from the points and miles ecosystem, including World of Hyatt points. But a recent trip to Morocco (which was on TPG's Where to Go in 2025 list) for the first…
Rosewood Amsterdam review
No two Amsterdam hotels are alike, but even so, the Rosewood Amsterdam still manages to wow with its uniqueness. It has a monumental brick building that is now the site of its 17th-century orphanage, and…
First in: The new Park Hyatt Johannesburg
ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUYWhispers of Johannesburg's Park Hyatt had been swirling for years, a siren song for luxury travelers. Imagine my delight, then, to not just witness its grand opening, but to be thevery firstguest…
Lufthansa Allegris business class review
Lufthansa's Allegris business class: a revolution in the skies, or a gamble? Your seat assignment will determine if you're soaring in unparalleled luxury or stuck in upgraded purgatory. Choose wisely, traveler. Your dream flight hangs…
Andaz Miami Beach review
Escape the South Beach frenzy and discover Andaz Miami Beach, a stylish sanctuary just steps from the ocean. This isn't your typical art deco rehash; the 287-room Hyatt gem, quietly unveiled in May, marries Miami's…
First look: Review of Waldorf Astoria Osaka
Forget Tokyo. Osaka is stealing the spotlight! This vibrant metropolis, and the captivating Kansai region it anchors, isn't just on the rise – it's rocketed onto our 2025 must-see destinations list. Prepare to be captivated.Osaka…
Our first look inside the stunning new Capella Taipei
Two nights at Capella Taipei, courtesy of the hotel, sounds like a dream, right? It was. But this review? Purely my own, unfiltered and untainted. Consider this my independent deep dive into Taipei's newest luxury…
The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe review
Imagine: Crisp mountain air, the scent of pine needles, and the glint of sunlight on a sapphire lake. After a dazzling two-year transformation, The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe has emerged, reborn amidst the majestic Sierra Nevada.…
First look: Patina Osaka wows with fabulous art and fine dining
ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUYOsaka: Japan's Rising Star and Luxury Hotspot.Forget Tokyo. 2025 belongs to Osaka. This vibrant city is not just hosting Expo 2025; it's igniting a cultural revolution. Add to that a calendar overflowing…
