Hotels

With both wellness travel and solo travel on the rise, it’s no surprise that solo wellness retreats are growing in popularity. Traveling alone in a way that benefits your physical and mental health is easy — with no one else…

Toward the end of this summer, I realized I had a bundle of expiring American Airlines AAdvantage miles that I needed to use before September. More pressingly, I was out of Montréal bagels. I took my family to the 5-star hotel…

I recently had a 12-hour layover in Honolulu, arriving from Los Angeles and transiting to United’s famed Island Hopper service the next morning. That layover from 7:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. was enough time that I wanted to go out…

The author was traveling as an invited guest of JW Marriott Charlotte. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. Charlotte, known as the Queen City, is among one of the…

As we say goodbye to summer and hello to fall, you may be considering a trip to take in the beauty of this season. And as with any vacation, you might be looking for accommodations where you can use your…

I stayed with my family at the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City in August 2023. We chose this hotel for its proximity to Universal Studios Hollywood, and it delivered on that and more. Our 3 jam-packed nights at this hotel weren’t…

When it comes to a honeymoon, most couples want the trip of a lifetime made easy. Planning a wedding can be exhausting, and an all-inclusive honeymoon is a simple way to relax, unwind, and enjoy a memorable trip with your…

Since I live in South Florida and have young children, my family often treks north to Orlando for the weekend. These trips allow us to visit different theme parks and dive into the magical world of Disney. I’ve had the…

All-inclusive vacations are a fantastic idea for family trips because of the money you could save by including food and drink in the price of your vacation. This resort-style trip has become increasingly popular in the last several years, especially…

The author was traveling as an invited guest of 1 Hotel San Francisco. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. As a frequent traveler, saving money by using points and…

If you visited a beachfront resort in Hawaii or southern Florida in the ’90s, you’ve stayed at this hotel. The key difference is that this hotel is 1,300 feet above sea level, is nowhere near an ocean (or a beach!),…

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…