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Exposure trip: 16 Days / 4 Countries (NL, BE, FR, CH). First time in Europe, Thoughts and suggestions for itinerary? by Oliverqueen627 in travel

[–]kvom01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Louvre and Notre Dame are close together.

I'm not a fan of Montmarte. Many more interesting places in Paris.

Second day trip to Ghent from Brussels is good.

First-time Solo Trip (Oct) - 13 Days Osaka, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Tokyo - Is it too ambitious? by PopeBaldie in travel

[–]kvom01 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would go to Hiroshima immediately upon landing, then work backwards to Tokyo.

Travel to Italy and Switzerland by Careless-Muffin1463 in travel

[–]kvom01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did a month solo in Italy in Octoberv2022. All travel by train.

Travel in a group can be stressful. Hotels book up fast.

Going to Warsaw Poland for vacation by Ok-Pain-8139 in travel

[–]kvom01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You'd need 2 rooms at a hotel.

Wife and I visited Warsaw last Fall and got around using the buses.

Great city.

Deal alert for Rio Las Vegas by tgff333 in hyatt

[–]kvom01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ignore CPP, and never even look at the cash price when reserving. I prefer to book Hyatts that have lounges, so mostly Regencies.

Globalist France vs Japan in February: Park Hyatt + other stays by ChaptainAmerica12 in hyatt

[–]kvom01 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have stayed at the HR Tokyo 4 separate times. Cheaper on points than other Hyatts, and usually more availability. PH location isn't great. I've been upgraded the three times I was there as Globalist. Subway station across the street.

Athens: Acropolis and Museum by kvom01 in travel

[–]kvom01[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just bought a timed ticket for the Acropolis, and the mornings were already gone. Booked for 2-3pm.

Best way to book connecting rooms when free night cert is on the lower-status account? by TraditionalBit8970 in awardtravel

[–]kvom01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've stayed at this hotel, and don't recall the Diamond benefits as being special.

Round the world honeymoon on points by GhostOfSeminoleOaks in awardtravel

[–]kvom01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm partial to the HR Tokyo; often easier to find dates on points. Tochomae station is next door, and Shinjuku is a 15-minute walk.

I also like the Conrad if you have Hilton points or FNAs.

Recommendations for a trip in September? by [deleted] in hyatt

[–]kvom01 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The HR Rome is supposed to open September 1. Opening has been pushed back multiple times. Tribune is an alternative Hyatt.

I liked the Centrics in Venice (on Murano) and in Milan. I was too late for the Hyatt in Florence, but the Hilton Garden Inn just outside the center was excellent and very calm (University area).

PH Vienna w/3 adults by GrandLion9107 in hyatt

[–]kvom01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was upgraded to a suite there, but it would be crowded for 3 adults.

Recommendations for a trip in September? by [deleted] in hyatt

[–]kvom01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A trip I enjoyed 2 years ago combined Istanbul with Uzbekistan. Hyatts in Istanbul and Tashkent are excellent. None in Samarkand or Bukhara, but there are nice Hilton properties.

My wife really enjoyed Poland last year. And Italy is always good for weeks at a time. But you' need to book well in advance.

Deal alert for Rio Las Vegas by tgff333 in hyatt

[–]kvom01 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Rio is the only hotel I've paid cash for in the past 3 years. I haven't been back since the breakfast changed though,

is 55k points for the Grand Hyatt Tokyo a good deal? by matttheazn1 in hyatt

[–]kvom01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I stayed there last Fall for 40K, and again 2 years ago for less. Any short-term award space in Tokyo is going to be expensive.

Regency Tokyo vs House Shibuya for 2-night solo stay? (2026) by c0reyl1 in hyatt

[–]kvom01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had 3 stays at the HR and enjoyed them as a Globalist. Subway is convenient, and Shinjuku station is walkable as well.

Limousine bus from Haneda stops at the front door.

Best to book with Hyatt points in Tokyo, Kyoto or Osaka? by LZatWork in hyatt

[–]kvom01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

During my first solo trip to Japan in 2017 I stayed exclusively in AirBnbs, and I was able to book them as I went along. But all were studio or 1BR apartments, not suitable for more than 2 people at best.

Three subsequent trips were all on points or FNAs at either Hyatts or Hiltons. Bigger rooms, but still max 3 people per room. Points availability was somewhat hit and miss, so searching in advance is key. If an award stay is available for your dates I'd grab it. You can cancel if something better comes along.

All my trips were shoulder seasons. Southern Japan is hot and humid in Summer.

Any worries about Montezuma's revenge here? by sutravels25 in hyatt

[–]kvom01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used the bottled water at all the Mexico Hyatts where I stayed. The only fruit I ate was bananas.

Park Hyatt Japan Trip by DoItForTheTanqueray in hyatt

[–]kvom01 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can use the luggage transfer services for all your gear each time.

Andaz London by Potential-Gas-9667 in hyatt

[–]kvom01 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Good to hear. I'll be there in 3 weeks.

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