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Richard and Ed are breaking down all of the recent Hyatt changes.  Milestone Rewards become much more valuable and Hyatt adds tons of flexibility to transfer/gift these benefits to others.

Ed is also recapping two Hyatt properties in Chicago, Park Hyatt Chicago and Chicago Athletic Association. Lastly, Ed announces that he's giving away a free 1-year United Club membership to a lucky member of the Slack community.  You still have time to join!

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