ToP Roundup
This article series features interesting articles from all over the web. Topics range from miles and points to travel and finance and everything in-between. Hopefully this ToP Roundup series inspires you and teaches you something new. If you see anything out there that you think others may find of interest too, please feel free to share it with us at [email protected].
Interesting Articles
Uber Boat Expands to Europe's Coastal Cities this Month — Parade
Uber has partnered with Click & Boat, a Europe-based boat charter platform to offer boat rides bookable through the Uber app in various European cities this summer. Options include cities in Italy, Spain, France, Portugal, and Croatia. Designed as more of a sightseeing offering rather than a water-taxi replacement, this service strives to make boating more accessible to the general public.
Interview with the Hilton CEO: Loyalty & Status Tiers — The Points Guy
In an exclusive interview with TPG, the CEO of Hilton talked about rising award rates, the new Diamond Reserve status tier, and more. There have been rumors of a secret invitation-only status tier, but as expected the CEO would not confirm it. In general it sounds like we should expect the rates at premium properties to continue to rise. But call me cynical.
Japan's First Alila Coming to Hakone in 2028 — Hyatt
Hyatt announced the opening of its first Alila property in Japan to open in 2028. Alila Sengokuhara Hakone is touted as a luxury retreat located in Sengokuhara, a highland district of Hakone. Per the announcement, “the hotel will feature 60 guestrooms, including 11 suites, each with a private natural hot spring bath, allowing guests to experience the restorative qualities of Hakone’s thermal waters in a deeply personal setting.”
The World's Best Airport Lounges — View from the Wing
Gary Leff at View from the Wing shares his list of the best airport lounges and how to access them. I agree with his assessment of the lounges I have personally visited, including the Al Safwa Lounge in Doha which was absolutely ToP-notch. And now I have a few more to add to my list.
ToP Roundup: Final Thoughts
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