Closed since September 2022 for renovations, the reimagined Grand Hyatt Singapore is set to welcome guests from the first quarter of 2024 onwards, with the unveiling of the transformed 699-room property to be done progressively in phases. As part of its relaunch campaign, Grand Hyatt Singapore has launched “Moments of More”, a visual storytelling contest which invites both Singaporeans and global travellers to share their treasured experiences that are off the beaten path in Singapore – think personal discoveries, lesser-known experiences and favourite memories.
THE “MOMENTS OF MORE” CONTEST
To participate in the “Moments of More” contest, all you need to do is to share photos or short videos of Singapore’s hidden gems (up to six (6) media files) and explain what these recommendations mean to you and why they are unique. It’s that simple. Judging guidelines are based on the creativity in recommending local recreation activities, ways to recharge in the City in Nature or sustainability activities (40 percent), the originality of the post (50 percent), as well as the public appeal during the voting period (10 percent). Participation eligibility and contest terms and conditions can be found on the “Moments of More” microsite.
One (1) Grand Prize winner will be rewarded with 1 million World of Hyatt reward points (!!), and the four (4) other winners will each win a 2-night stay at the newly renovated Grand Hyatt Singapore and SGD 600 in-hotel spend credit.
Submissions for the contest are accepted from 28 August 2023 onwards and close on 29 September 2023 at 2359hrs. The top five entries will be announced on 16 October 2023 for public voting. One Grand Winner will be announced by 31 October 2023.
Grand Hyatt Singapore even produced a movie trailer-style video titled “The Grand” to kickstart the campaign – click here to watch it.
WHAT CAN YOU GET WITH ONE MILLION WORLD OF HYATT POINTS?
The contest microsite shares that, with 1,000,000 World of Hyatt points (click here to read more about the World of Hyatt loyalty programme), you can redeem any of the following:
- 125 nights at Category 2 Hyatt resorts in Bali;
- Up to 200 nights at Category 1 Hyatt hotels or resorts around the world;
- Up to a month’s worth of stays in the Maldives;
- Room upgrades and club access; and
- Up to 80 spa treatments at Grand Hyatt Singapore’s Damai Spa.
To give you a flavour of what 1,000,000 World of Hyatt points can redeem in practical terms, these are the point redemptions (and cash values) of various Hyatt properties I have featured on this website, based on rates applicable as of 1 December 2023:
One Bedroom Pool Villa at Alila Villas Uluwatu Bali: 30,000 points (S$1,163++)
King Bed Room at Andaz Bali: 12,000 points (S$374++)
King Bed Garden View at Park Hyatt Kyoto: 40,000 points (S$3,481++)
King Bed Room at Park Hyatt Jakarta: 15,000 points (S$259++)
King Bed Room at Andaz Singapore: 20,000 points (S$405++)
King Bed Garden View at Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach: 12,000 points (S$319++)
King Bed Atrium View at Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht: 25,000 points (S$597++)
King Bed Room at Hyatt Centric Ginza Tokyo: 25,000 points (S$960++)
King Bed Room at Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit: 8,000 points (S$226++)
King Bed Room at Park Hyatt Bangkok: 25,000 points (S$421++)
Yes – 1,000,000 World of Hyatt points can get you 33 nights at Alila Villas Uluwatu Bali; 50 nights at Andaz Singapore; and 125 nights (that’s literally more than four months) at Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit. If you go for off-peak redemptions for Category 1 hotels which cost 3,500 points per night, that’s 285 (!!) nights redeemable. Let that sink in.
FAQS
I have reproduced below key FAQs from the microsite’s full set of FAQs.
SUBMISSION
Does my entry have to cover all 3 themes, or am I allowed to cover just one theme?
You may submit an entry covering any of the three themes listed on the Contest Page. Entries that cover only a minimum of 1 theme or cover a maximum of 3 themes are accepted. Do note that you can only upload a maximum of 6 media files (file type: JPG, PNG, MP4) and an accompanying caption.
How are the entries evaluated?
40% CREATIVITY & AESTHETICS
Let your creativity juices flow and share tips based on either one theme:
– Local recreation activities
– Ways to recharge in nature
– Sustainability activities
50% ORIGINALITY
Share what these recommendations mean to you and why they are unique.
10% PUBLIC APPEAL
5 entries will be shortlisted. Public voting for the Grand Winner will start from 16th October.
After submitting one entry, can I still submit more entries by using the same email again?
You may only submit one entry under one email address. Should you wish to submit another entry, please do so with another unique and valid email address.
Are there any size limitations to my submission entry?
We recommend keeping each photo to a maximum size of 5 MB and each video at maximum 150 MB. If needed, you can utilize various online tools to compress your files, such as: https://www.reduceimages.com/ or https://www.freeconvert.com/video-compressor
VOTING
How does the voting process work?
Grand Hyatt Singapore will announce the 5 shortlisted winners on the contest website, hotel’s Instagram and Facebook pages. The public will have the opportunity to vote for the Grand Winner during the voting period.
When does the voting period start?
Voting will open on 16th October 2023 Tuesday at 09:00 A.M. Singapore Time (“SGT”) to 25th October 2023 Saturday at 11:59 P.M. (“SGT”).
When will the top 5 shortlisted entries be announced?
The top 5 shortlisted entries will be announced latest by 16th October 2023.
Who is allowed to vote?
Anyone is welcome to vote for the Grand Winner and can only vote once from the top 5 shortlisted entries.
Can I vote for multiple entries?
Everyone is invited to vote for their top 2 entries in the same vote.
WINNERS
How and when will the Grand Winner be contacted?
Grand Hyatt Singapore will reach out to the winner(s) no later than 31st October 2023 via email.
WORLD OF HYATT
Do I have to be a World of Hyatt member to enter the contest?
Participation in this contest is open to all, regardless of World of Hyatt membership. However, the Grand Prize winner will be required to create a World of Hyatt account to receive the prize. Signing up is accessible to anyone at no cost.
How will the points be sent to the Grand Prize winner?
One million reward points will be deposited to the winner’s World of Hyatt account within 30 days from date when winner responds to the announcement.
Can I transfer a portion of the Word of Hyatt points to someone else?
Points are transferrable to another member.
Is there an expiration date to the World of Hyatt reward points?
There is no expiry date for the prize redemption. However, if a member’s account is inactive for 24 consecutive months, all points in that Member’s Account will be forfeited, including awards or benefits associated with that Member’s Account.
Are the hotel voucher prizes and credits transferrable?
Vouchers are not returnable, refundable, transferrable, or redeemable for cash and may not be resold or transferred for value.
What is the redemption period for hotel stay voucher prizes?
Stay vouchers are valid for use until 29th December 2024 (date inclusive). The voucher must be presented at time of redemption for it to be applied.
Who do I contact if I have questions about the contest?
Please send your questions to email address: [email protected].
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