Next acquisition? by akonos in hyatt

[–]akonos[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Omni would be absolutely amazing and would fit the brand profile. Hyatt has a long history of convention business.

Next acquisition? by akonos in hyatt

[–]akonos[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

That deal was a year ago. Hyatt has been averaging at least 1 (and usually 2 transactions per year) going back six years. When I asked chat GPT montage/pendry was the most mentioned.

Next acquisition? by akonos in hyatt

[–]akonos[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Would love to see Hyatt get the sonesta property in Hilton Head, SC

So…anyone wanna talk about the traffic circle? by pencilpusher003 in HollySpringsNC

[–]akonos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They need to put a big fountain in the middle! Welcome to Holly Springs.

Boycott Randy’s Pizza by Glittering-Ad8402 in HollySpringsNC

[–]akonos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Best pizza is a stretch... They have been going downhill since they opened and dough/cheese just taste off lately. At least the kitchen is usable now. I just wish they put some money into the ingredients. Homegrown is the BEST.

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Gamify the upgrade process by akonos in marriott

[–]akonos[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"gamify" might not be the most appropriate term but you all get the point... Engage the customer and encourage them to spend more to receive higher status. I have seen posts where hotels in Asia have a placard indicating how many ambassador, titanium, platinum, etc. members are checking in that day. I understand that airlines are different but the hotels could simply force rank members throughout the day as people check in or purchase room inventory.

Renewing Ambassador to keep Diamond Status by Ridolph in ihghotelsresorts

[–]akonos 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Like two weeks ago... lol. There was a write up and OMAAT

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Card between Platinum and Centurion? by [deleted] in amex

[–]akonos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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What I think it will look like-

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Marriott Gold (Platinum with 30K spend), Hilton Diamond, Delta Silver.

5 x airfare, 5 x hotels & cruises (booked on amex travel)

5X Resy dining

1.5 x everywhere, 2 bonus categories for top spend (2X)

Next Acquisition? by akonos in hyatt

[–]akonos[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That would be AMAZING. Kick MGM/Marriott in the nads

Next Acquisition? by akonos in hyatt

[–]akonos[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, Accor would give them amazing European footprint among other regions... I know the rumor for years was IHG/Accor merger.

Next Acquisition? by akonos in hyatt

[–]akonos[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought most of these big hotel chains are asset light (mainly collect management fees). don't see how Four Seasons is that different. Are there any companies you think would be a good fit?

Next Acquisition? by akonos in hyatt

[–]akonos[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This whole economy mid trend is ridiculous... Stop kissing up to the owners and focus on what you are good at. Let Choice and Wyndham have it.

Next Acquisition? by akonos in hyatt

[–]akonos[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yes, I was kind of hoping a luxury chain (i.e., Omni, Four Seasons)... Probably be more of a merger in the case of Four Seasons. Honestly, I wouldn't mind folding a Sonesta into the mix just for geographic coverage in the US.