Hyatt reported to be close to acquiring Starwood

Hyatt may be close to an acquisition of Starwood CNBC reported last week, saying a deal could occur as early as this week. A merger would greatly expand the Hyatt portfolio of properties, but travelers would be wise to wonder what could happen to the chains' loyalty programs.

Review: Aloft Chicago O'Hare

The Aloft Chicago O'Hare is a great hotel with reasonable rates and great accessibility to the airport and public transit. I loved the contemporary design and comfortable rooms on a recent stay.

Hotels, ReviewsDerek CookSeptember 24, 2015Georgia Tech football, Chicago, Aloft Hotels, Starwood Hotels, Starwood Preferred Guest

AA and SPG offering bonus AAdvantage miles - but is it a good deal?

American Airlines and Starwood are offering 1,000 bonus AAdvantage miles for weekend stays this fall, but if you are eligible for discounted rates, this is probably not a good deal.

Hotels, Points and MilesDerek CookSeptember 2, 2015Starwood Hotels, Starwood Preferred Guest, AAdvantage miles, W Hotels, promotions

Starwood's "Make It Count" Promotion

Earn 1,000 bonus Starpoints with SPG's "Make It Count" promotion!

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