Hilton Hotel Category Changes in Asia (2016)

Following a generous Diamond match for all elite members, Hilton continues bring us more exciting news this coming year. Firstly, do not forget to sign-up Double Hilton HHonors Points since registration is absolutely essential to benefit from it. New hotels in with reward categories from 1 to 7 have also been announced. 

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New Year's Eve (2016) at DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Bahru

Christmas is just around the corner and if you have no plans for the upcoming New Year's Eve next week, check out what the DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Bahru has to offer! In fact, while you are there, consider staying in one of the beautifully-appointed One-Bedroom Suites or the Deluxe/Executive Rooms. Countdown to a brand new 2016 at Makan Kitchen or Tosca! 

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Double Hilton HHonors Points (January-April 2016)

If like me, you have been disappointed with Hyatt's decision to match Hilton HHonors Diamond members to a mere Platinum under the Gold Passport program, this promotion should help you sway some of your nights over. From 01 January 2016 to 30 April 2016, enjoy DOUBLE Hilton HHonors Points when you have qualifying stay during the period at all participating hotels. Just as a rule of thumb, all Hilton HHonors Blue members will receive 25 (10+10+5) HHonors Points per US$1 and Diamond members will receive 30 HHonors Points assuming Points and Points earning style has been selected. 

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Hilton Diamond Matched to JUST Hyatt Platinum

The craziness that followed the Starwood acquisition news saw Hyatt scrambling and offering Hyatt Diamond. While the hotel giant has previously accepted top tier statuses with competing programs like IHG Spire Elite, Hilton Diamond Elite, Marriott Platinum Elite and SPG Platinum Elite, the conditions of getting a status match have become more stringent over time. 

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Honouring Internal Rate Errors at Conrad Centennial Singapore

The Conrad Centennial Singapore is currently running a Year End Getaway promotion that offers up to 20% off the Best Available Rate. As I wanted to take advantage of a number of promotions for the stay, I've decided to go with a two night stay sometime in December 2015 and was offered the following rate of S$300++ per night (total of S$600++ for two nights) for a Classic Room. As I was fiddling around with the dates, I realised that it is actually cheaper to book the two nights separately instead. 

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Adopt a Conrad Bear at Conrad Centennial Singapore

Christmas is drawing near and the Conrad Centennial Singapore is partnering up with the Association for Persons with Special Needs (APSN) for a little bit of Christmas magic this year. The "Adopt a Conrad Bear” campaign is taking place today and will last until 11 January 2016 where over 440 pieces of the signature Conrad plush bears will be made available for the public to adopt at a suggested donation amount (feel free to give more than what is recommended!). Do note that this is the last chance that the Conrad Bear can be purchased as they will no longer be produced starting 2016 (I do hope the ones in the room stays on though!). 

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