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The author stayed as an invited guest of The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos. All opinions are the author’s own, and The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos, had no input in any part of this review. My family and I visit the…
The author stayed as a guest of the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. In 2017, I took my wife and our…
It seems like new hotels are popping up every day. From as close as New York City to as far away as China, we’ve compiled a list of the hottest hotel openings, properties to keep an eye on, and news…
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Matachica Resort & Spa offers a tranquil setting with everything you need on-site — the type of resort where you don’t need to go anywhere and just relax at the hotel while soaking up the sun, playing in the sea,…
Backpacking through Southeast Asia, hiking Machu Picchu, seeing African wildlife, and meeting friends in European cities were just a few ways I traveled P.C. (pre-child and pre-COVID). I would have never considered an all-inclusive resort — where was the adventure…
My family and I stayed for 4 nights in September 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa on Del Monte Golf Course in California. This hotel’s mid-century modern style is blended with a layout that feels like a…
After a wonderful honeymoon month in Japan across August and September 2024, it was time for me to head back home. Although my wife had already flown back a few days early for work commitments, I had a few days…
The author traveled as a guest of the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in this review. Aruba is a popular vacation spot for good reason. It has…
The Hyatt Regency Toronto is one of 2 Hyatt hotels in downtown Toronto. It’s been a “go-to” Hyatt property in Toronto for years and is one that many members of the World of Hyatt program flock to for relatively cheap…
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The author was an invited guest of The Ritz-Carlton Maldives. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input into this review. There are few destinations as aspirational as the Maldives. Honestly, visiting hasn’t been high on…
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I took my family on a road trip to Key Largo for Labor Day weekend, steering clear of airports to avoid the hustle and bustle of the busy holiday weekend. As I explored hotels near my home in South Florida, Baker’s…
When I check in to a hotel, I often wonder what upgrades are available. After all, who doesn’t love more space to spread out? Even though I’m an elite member with several different hotel brands, knowing how to check and…
Tokyo has something to offer everyone: world-class shopping, electric nightlife, incredible dining, and a unique history. It also offers some of the world’s most luxurious hotels. Although I have been to Tokyo several times before, this was my wife’s first…
Osaka, Japan, is a vibrant metropolis known for its bustling street life, lively entertainment options, and some of the world’s best street food. It also beautifully blends old and new, with historic landmarks like Osaka Castle contrasting against the backdrop…
Back in 2009, Mandarin Oriental Hotels Group made a splash in the center of Las Vegas when it opened the luxurious Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas, a nongaming hotel in a prime location on The Strip among the CityCenter development. In…
I’ve been to the Maldives a few times now. On previous trips, I stayed at properties such as the Conrad Maldives and the all-inclusive Mercure Maldives. This year, for my January birthday, I decided to indulge my Maldives addiction once…
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I visit Times Square in New York City several times a year, mainly to see Broadway shows and visit friends in the area. My go-to hotel chain is Hyatt, and several of its properties are in the area, each with…
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My kids and I have spent the last 3 summers bouncing around Asia. When it came to planning our 2024 adventures, I hoped to celebrate their summer birthdays by finishing our travels in Osaka, Japan, and visiting Universal Studios Japan….
The Westin Anaheim Resort is one of the closest hotels to the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. Its proximity to the front entrance makes it a fan favorite for regular Disney visitors, but this hotel is one of the nicest…
For a long time, fans of boutique and intimate hotels could book Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) properties using World of Hyatt points. That all changed this year when hundreds of SLH properties became bookable with Hilton. In…
Known for its fascinating history, incredible cuisine, world-class shopping, and electric nightlife, Tokyo has a little something for everyone. I have visited Japan several times, but this time, I traveled with my wife, who had never been to Tokyo. Choosing…