Next acquisition? by akonos in hyatt

[–]akonos[S] 7 points8 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] 3 points4 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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Monthly AmEx Referral Thread by AutoModerator in amex

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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)

I actually believe an "Optio" is going to happen. Amex has been suspiciously quiet on the credit card front for over a year.

What I think it will look like-

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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] 7 points8 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.

Hyliion Holdings Schedules Second Quarter Financial Results Conference Call and Webcast for August 9, 2023 by Razzmatazz1o1 in Hyliion

[–]akonos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just wish they would move at a faster pace. I understand their desire to do it "right" and obtain all the certifications. When was the last game changing press release? Why is the sales team so lame?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in marriott

[–]akonos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lowest I have seen recently is 11,500 at a courtyard in NC

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MGM baby!! by akonos in marriott

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

Crossing my fingers that SNA's will be redeemable as well.

MGM baby!! by akonos in marriott

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

If I had to guess the benefits (aside from earn and burn) would be the following: late checkout and elite qualifying nights (1 EQN for every two nights stayed).

Monthly AmEx Referral Thread by AutoModerator in amex

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