Hotels

While contemplating the perfect way to celebrate my twin daughters’ birthday during the blistering summer in South Florida, I decided to plan a fun weekend for them that would not just leave them with lasting memories but also serve as a respite from…

I’m a Hyatt Globalist! I have had Hyatt Globalist FOMO for years, so it feels awesome to finally be able to say those words. Hyatt Globalist is the highest level of elite status in the World of Hyatt program. It…

This is one of my favorite hotels in Africa, and possibly in the entire world. It’s not the newest property and could use some renovations in a few areas. However, the hotel shines in service and little extras — like…

If you’re like me, you saw that headline and thought, “What is a Radisson Serviced Apartment?” I had the same reaction when searching for hotels on a recent trip to Madagascar. While unfamiliar with the brand, I wound up here…

It’s a shame that Airbnb still doesn’t have a loyalty program that rewards travelers for stays with the home rental company. Fortunately, there are ways to earn travel rewards with other loyalty programs when you rent a home on Airbnb….

There are many types of points, and they can all have different values. It can be confusing, especially if you’re just getting into the points and miles hobby. We’re often asked, “Is it better to earn airline miles or hotel…

Imagine booking a hotel purely based on its location and attempting to maximize your credit card benefits, then having your mind blown during your stay. That was our experience when my wife and I recently spent 2 nights at the…

I recently traveled to Southern California for a wedding in the San Diego area over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Originally, I had planned to head home directly after the festivities, but I was enjoying the California weather and…

The majority of foreign first-time visitors to Colombia are drawn to the charming colonial city of Cartagena, located on the country’s Caribbean coast. While Cartagena has a lot to offer visitors with its colorful walled city, world-class restaurants, bustling nightlife,…

“Not every hotel that we stay at needs to be a fancy resort,” is what I kept telling myself as I was booking the Hilton Garden Inn Waikiki Beach. After spending 2 weeks at some great Hawaiian resorts on O‘ahu…

My wife and I recently spent 1 night at the Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel in Hiroshima, Japan. On top of an incredibly convenient location and modest perks for Marriott Bonvoy elites, the hotel is a good option for using your…

The author was traveling as an invited guest of Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City and expenses were covered by the hotel. All opinions are the author’s own and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. I…

Planning a vacation can be fun, but it may be stressful. You might have picked a hotel out already but want to ensure you get the best price. Or maybe you have a destination in mind but no idea what…

After a month-long trip mixing business and pleasure around the U.S., it was time to head back home to London. As I always try to do, I had booked myself on one of the few day flights back across the…

From breathtaking sunsets to the sound of waves crashing at night, there’s no denying the magnetic pull of vacationing oceanfront. From the shores of Malibu, California, to the Florida Keys, these coveted accommodations offer the epitome of a dream beach…

I visited Hilton Grand Vacations Club Elara Center Strip Las Vegas for 3 nights in May with my husband. We stayed at the hotel using a timeshare vacation package from Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) and attended a presentation during our…

Sometimes, you aren’t looking for an impressive hotel but rather a hotel that’s good enough in a city full of expensive hotels that will eat up your bank account balance or points balance quickly. That’s what my wife and I…

Julio Camba was a journalist that lived in room 338 at The Westin Palace, Madrid for nearly 20 years (more than 7,000 nights) from 1942 to 1962. Now a Marriott Bonvoy property, we’re asking the burning question: could you really…

Settled on the Chesapeake Bay in the small town of Irvington, Virginia, you’ll find the Tides Inn, a quaint, luxury hotel in an area you would never expect such a hotel. Offering 5-star amenities, comfortable rooms, and a picturesque view…

I’ve been deeply involved in the points and miles hobby since 2015, so it’s rather surprising that I just tried American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts for the first time. I’ve always been intrigued by the program but never found…

After a grand tour of some of Spain’s best coastal hotspots earlier this summer, I decided to stop in the country’s capital, Madrid, for my last hurrah, and chose to stay at the still-new Thompson Madrid while I was there….