Chasing oneworld Emerald took me to Sapporo instead of Fukuoka, and a Marriott Bonvoy points redemption at the Courtyard turned out to be one of the better decisions of the trip.

My stay at The Standard, Singapore, now Category 4 in World of Hyatt. Cool design, great pool, reasonable Globalist perks, but location has trade-offs.

Kimpton makes its Hong Kong debut in Tsim Sha Tsui. Here's an honest look at the harbour view room, bathtub, breakfast at Hillside and daily Social Hour.

Earn up to 7,500 bonus Reward points on eligible stays before 13 September 2026 - bookings must be made by 31 July 2026.

The "opens every morning" era was short-lived. Qantas has revised the Singapore Business Lounge hours again, and Saturday has lost its morning session entirely.