• Europe,  Hotels,  Poland,  Warsaw

    New Review – The Westin Warsaw (WAW)

    04/02/2026 / No Comments

    Welcome to another hotel review! This time it’s the Westin Warsaw, which I’ve visited several times before. 📅 Booking I booked directly with Westin (yes, via cashback site) to get the regular rate plus Platinum member benefits. Important note: This depends on your travel habits. If you always use Hotels.com without Marriott status, you’ll often get the same price (including cashback and bonus nights), but status perks only come with direct hotel bookings. 📍 Location The location isn’t perfectly central but walkable with good shoes. Honestly, Uber/Bolt is the better choice. We took one…

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  • Europe,  Hotels,  Poland,  Warsaw

    New Hotel Review – Hilton Warsaw City (Corner Suite)

    04/02/2026 / No Comments

    Introduction For a short weekend trip, I headed to Warsaw. I booked the Hilton directly through Hilton as always to take advantage of points credits and Diamond status benefits. The current promotion offered double points, which was quite attractive. 📍 Location The hotel is located at Grzybowska 63, 00-844 Warsaw, about 15-20 minutes by taxi or Uberfrom Chopin Airport (WAW). Costs range from 22-48 PLN depending on time of day – very affordable. 🛎️ Check-In I arrived shortly after 8 PM. Note: Executive Lounge snacks are only available until 8 PM (more on that later). Check-in was prepared,…

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  • Europe,  Hotels,  Spain,  Valencia

    New Review – AC Hotel Valencia by Marriott

    12/11/2025 / No Comments

    For my stay in Valencia, I was looking for a hotel that is simple and without much fuss. That’s why I chose the AC Valencia by Marriott, which perfectly met these requirements. Booking There was a pleasant surprise here: I was able to book through a cashback site. However, this was considered a direct booking, so I also received the full points and benefits. Check-In The check-in was a bit slower than expected. It wasn’t really complicated, but the speed and attention given to my benefits as a Lifetime Platinum…

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  • Europe,  Hotels,  Lisbon,  Portugal

    New Review – Radisson Blue Lissabon (LIS)

    22/10/2025 / No Comments

    For a short stay in Lisbon, I chose the Radisson Blu Lisbon, mainly because of its convenient location close to the airport. I was also curious to see how my Radisson VIP status would be recognized here. Whether the stay was worth it – you’ll find out in this review! 📍 Booking & Location As always, I booked directly through the Radisson app, using the option “fewer points, more discount.” That paid off – the rate was unbeatable compared to other booking sites. Just before my arrival, prices went up significantly, so I was glad I had…

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  • Dubai,  Hotels,  Middle East

    New Review – DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Al Jadaf

    06/08/2025 / No Comments

    For a quick overnight stay in Dubai, I decided to try something new and booked the DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Al Jadaf. With the endless options in Dubai, it can be hard to choose the right hotel, but after reading a few reviews, this one caught my attention. And spoiler alert – it turned out to be the right choice! 📍 Location & Accessibility: Central and Easy to Reach The location was perfect for my needs: it was just a 15-minute drive from the airport, which is great for Dubai. The price was also very…

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  • Berlin,  Europe,  Germany,  Hotels

    New Review – Intercity Berlin Airport Hotel (BER)

    30/07/2025 / No Comments

    Berlin Airport has a few airport hotels, but only two are truly within walking distance: the Steigenberger Airport Hotel(👉 Review here) and the IntercityHotel Berlin Airport. That’s exactly why I decided to spend one night at the IntercityHotel – to see how it compares. 📍 Location As mentioned, the location is top-notch. The IntercityHotel is just a few minutes’ walk from the terminal, right next to the Steigenberger. This is no coincidence, as both hotels belong to the same hotel group. For those who prioritize short walking distances, that’s already a big win. ✅ 🛎️ Check-in I wasn’t…

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  • Denver,  Hotels,  North America

    New Review: SpringHill Suites Denver Downtown

    24/07/2025 / No Comments

    After two stylish nights at The Art Hotel Denver, it was time for a change of scenery. I had two main reasons for switching hotels: First, I wanted to stay closer to Ball Arena (formerly Pepsi Center) to catch a hockey game; second, I wanted to explore a new property and earn some Marriott Bonvoy points. As always, I booked directly via the Marriott website to make the most of my Elite status benefits. 🛎️ Check-In – Friendly, Despite Ongoing Renovations at that time When I arrived, it was clear that renovations were in full swing. Parts of the…

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  • Denver,  Hotels,  North America

    New Review – The Art Hotel, Denver

    24/07/2025 / No Comments

    Während meines Aufenthalts in Denver habe ich mich fĂźr das The Art Hotel Denver, (nun ist es bei der Curio Collection by Hilton) entscFor my stay in Denver, I chose The Art Hotel Denver, (now a Curio Collection by Hilton Hotel, but not at that time)  – a stylish, art-inspired property that suited my needs perfectly. Its location was ideal for my plans, and thanks to booking through American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts (FHR), I enjoyed a range of premium benefits that made the experience even more rewarding. 🎨 First Impressions –…

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  • Hotels,  North America,  Tampa

    New Review – Tampa Airport Marriott – Perfect for Late Arrivals

    24/07/2025 / No Comments

    Since I arrived late in the evening with Edelweiss and had an early morning flight to Denver, I chose the Tampa Airport Marriott for its unbeatable convenience.Located directly inside the airport, it’s just a short walk: two floors up from baggage claim, a brief walk down a hallway — and you’re at the front desk. 🛎️ Check-In – Could Be Smoother The check-in process was a bit sluggish. It took some time for someone to show up, and once they did, the process still felt unnecessarily slow.That said, I did receive a few Marriott Bonvoy perks thanks to my…

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  • Hotels,  North America,  Tampa

    New Review – Marriott Tampa Westshore Hotel, Florida

    24/07/2025 / No Comments

    During my recent trip to Tampa, I stayed at another property from the Marriott chain – as always, booked via the official Marriott website with cashback.(How the cashback process works you will find under Guides) One clear advantage right up front:✅ Free parking!Not a given in Tampa, where many hotels charge extra fees for this. 🛎️ Check-In – Needs Improvement Unfortunately, the check-in experience was slow and unwelcoming. Despite no other guests being present, the front desk staff seemed more preoccupied with themselves than with me as a guest.Not a major issue – but definitely not…

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