Hotels

Scottsdale is a trendy location that offers amazing landscapes, hip locations, and numerous resorts for those seeking an upscale experience. The city is full of arts, culture, and amazing eateries, and the famous saguaro cacti provide a scenic backdrop as…

From the stunning landscapes of Niagara Falls and the Catskills to the wealth of recreational activities on offer, there’s something for everyone in Upstate New York. And, with so many beautiful sights and things to do, it comes as no…

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Los Angeles is an iconic travel destination for everyone from Hollywood buffs to surfers. This sprawling city is the largest in California (and the second largest in the U.S.) and offers a huge wealth of sights to visit and experience….

Update: This review was published in 2022. The hotel was rebranded in 2024 as The Luxury Collection Hotel Manhattan Midtown under the Marriott Bonvoy umbrella. In December, I took my family to New York City for a little Christmas magic…

Maui is Hawaii’s second-largest island and one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. With its heavenly beaches and lush valleys, Maui includes everything Hawaii has to offer in one island. There are rainforests, waterfalls, volcanoes, and many…

Nashville is known for its rich musical history and impact on the world of the arts, but that is not all it has to offer. While live music, especially country, is always there to be enjoyed, Nashville stands out through…

Miami Beach and neighboring Miami are some of the most sought-after travel destinations in the world. From diverse culture and vibrant nightlife to the amazing weather, these are cities that delight year-round. Iconic nightclubs and top-rated fine dining experiences abound,…

Savannah, Georgia is a city known for its Southern hospitality, historic beauty, magnificent food, and delectable cocktails. Its rich history has turned it into a city devoted to the arts and dedicated to preserving its spectacular period architecture. Dating back…

New Orleans is one of the most captivating locations for tourists from all over the globe. Its rich history, jazz-soaked streets, and incredible food are ideal companions for this city’s love to celebrate. From the revelry of Mardi Gras in…

Charleston is packed full of Southern charm and elegance, rich history, beautiful waterfronts, excellent shopping options, and amazing world-class eateries. It is a destination for art lovers and is home to the Gibbes Museum of Art, one of the most…

Laguna Beach is a trendy, artistic city in Orange County, California. It is a great location for adventurers, with more than 20,000 acres of protected wilderness available for a huge number of outdoor activities. Visitors have a wide selection of…

Booking a hotel for a family trip to Orlando can be overwhelming. There are so many options for essentially every budget that it can also be quite time-consuming. When I was researching hotels for my family’s vacation, I started with…

After an excellent flight with Iberia to Madrid on the A350 and a few nights at the Atocha Madrid Hotel, it was time to head to one of my favorite cities in the world: Barcelona. I spent a few nights…

Mexico is one of my favorite destinations, and although the Sheraton Buganvilias Resort and Convention Center in Puerto Vallarta is not a sparkling new luxury resort property, it’s a place I enjoy returning to. With a combination of friendly staff,…

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort is one of World of Hyatt’s most aspirational properties. Located on Maui, Hawaii, the hotel is not only one of the most expensive on the island but also one of the most beautiful. With oceanfront…

Wyndham is one of the largest hotel chains in the world, but odds are you haven’t heard much about it in the realm of award travel. Why’s that? Aside from its lack of aspirational hotels, finding value with Wyndham Rewards…

On a recent family vacation to Orlando, Florida, I found myself booking multiple different hotels in an attempt to use up some expiring free night certificates. Part of the hotel-hopping experience that I put my wife and kids through was…

Spending time at an all-inclusive resort is a favorite type of vacation for many travelers. Not having to worry about who’s paying for dinner or how much drinks cost brings a new level of relaxation to any tropical getaway. However,…

Gaylord Hotels is one of the least-known Marriott Bonvoy brands out there, mostly due to its small portfolio of just 5 properties (with a sixth property in the pipeline). The first Gaylord property opened in 1977 in Nashville; since then,…

One of the best perks of many hotel credit cards is the free night certificate that you’ll earn after paying your annual fee each year. Depending on how you redeem this certificate, this benefit alone can easily “pay” for the…