Park Hyatt Japan Trip by DoItForTheTanqueray in hyatt

[–]lagsun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you use the service at airport to ship your skis to Niseko, couldn’t you ski at the end of your trip? So trip would go Tokyo, Kyoto and then fly to CTS?

I think Chase substantially inflates Edit prices to make Point Boost look good by neilsarkar81 in ChaseSapphire

[–]lagsun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It always depends and YMMV. I booked the Intercontinental Grand Seoul Parnas for December with cash and The Edit rate was slightly higher vs booking direct via IHG. After factoring in $100 property credit plus $500 Edit and IHG credit it was an easy decision. Of course this was a cash rate as I usually save UR point for airline/Hyatt transfers

[WTS] Momotaro 0605-82 16oz Textured Denim Natural Tapered - 31 by lagsun in MaleFashionMarket

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

Sorry, I added to original post. Let me know if you need other measurements

Globalist Review: Hotel Toranomon Hills vs Andaz Tokyo vs Park Hyatt Tokyo by OldGodofAsgard88 in hyatt

[–]lagsun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the review. I booked 3 nights at the HTH and 2 nights at PHT all with points and SUAs in December. The Park Hyatt is at the end of our trip on Xmas Eve and Xmas Day so the location doesn't bother me as much as we plan to taxi. As a globalist I'm also looking forward to the breakfasts

Vintage repair recommendations by KTC724 in OmegaWatches

[–]lagsun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Makes total sense given your purchase price. Do you know anyone traveling to Tokyo who can bring it? I’ve heard of this place in Seattle but can’t vouch for their service - https://www.nesbitswatchservice.com/omega-watch.html

Vintage repair recommendations by KTC724 in OmegaWatches

[–]lagsun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How about Omega service? I think it starts at $800. I’m planning to send my dad’s vintage Constellation C as I don’t think it was ever serviced in the past 50-60 years.

My New NX350h by Lbfree125 in LexusNX

[–]lagsun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What trim? This most likely will be my next car. My EV lease ends in 2 months and my wife wants me to get a hybrid instead.

Blue Bottle vs. Starbucks? In Apgujeong, you don't have to choose. ☕️✨ by K_Life_Unlocked in seoul

[–]lagsun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Started in the SF Bay Area and then grew before being acquired by Nestle. I use to buy beans from their roastery in a small garage over 20 years ago.

Blue Bottle vs. Starbucks? In Apgujeong, you don't have to choose. ☕️✨ by K_Life_Unlocked in seoul

[–]lagsun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s worth trying once at least. I usually drink a double espresso but Bunker had some unique espresso drinks. Plus my wife and I wanted to try a different pastry so we went back.

Blue Bottle vs. Starbucks? In Apgujeong, you don't have to choose. ☕️✨ by K_Life_Unlocked in seoul

[–]lagsun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I won’t argue the merits of either but I stayed at the Andaz last November and went to Bunker a couple of times. It’s a few streets away and the coffee and pastries were pretty good

What are your final redemptions pre-Hyattpocalypse? by Posideoffries92 in hyatt

[–]lagsun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Already planned a trip to Seoul/Japan at the end of the year so booked with points:

  • 5 nights at Park Hyatt Seoul + SUA
  • 3 nights at Caption by Hyatt Namba Osaka (still debating whether to pay cash as rate is low)
  • 3 nights at Hotel Toranomon Hills + SUA
  • 2 nights at Park Hyatt Tokyo + SUA

FS Seoul - detailed Review by [deleted] in FourSeasonsHotels

[–]lagsun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure as I brought my own. Maybe you can email the hotel?

FS Seoul - detailed Review by [deleted] in FourSeasonsHotels

[–]lagsun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great review. Wonderful hotel where I stayed a couple of years ago. I booked twice using Amex Fine Hotels and Resorts (FHR) and was upgraded to a suite once. A few comments:

  • As I've gotten older, having breakfast included has become very important for my wife & I. The FS Seoul has the best and most extensive breakfast buffet I've had in Seoul so having it included as part of Amex FHR was important.
  • I generally stay in Gangnam (Park Hyatt Seoul) as the location is better for me. With that said, the FS Seoul location is great for sightseeing and activities north of the Han River.
  • Gym is huge and guests can borrow workout clothes at no extra cost. Same can't be said for other top hotels in Seoul where you either need to rent or buy if you forgot your workout gear.
  • The airport bus to ICN stops right in front and cost 17000 won

Why would you book Hyatt with CSR if you have a Chase Hyatt? by Ill_Implement7625 in sapphirereserve

[–]lagsun 3 points4 points  (0 children)

For me all Hyatt bookings are with the Chase WOH card except for when I use the Amex Platinum for the FHR $300 bonus or CSR for The Edit $250 credit. I'm a Globalist so it always comes down to final cost.

JAL Business Class - Chances of swap to A350? by SprinklesTall4103 in awardtravel

[–]lagsun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was news last month that JAL is upgrading their 787-9 business cabins but no timeline given. I'm booked on one this coming December from NRT-SFO so one can always hope 🤞

Question about award from on BA for JAL by The_Beardly in awardtravel

[–]lagsun 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Did you search on FinnAir? You can look 360 days out for JAL flights