Hotels

While Staybridge Suites may not be the most glamorous brand within the IHG Hotels & Resorts family, it’s an essential option for travelers looking to check in for an extended period of time without breaking the bank. Staybridge Suites is…

Whether you are looking to enjoy a traditional ranch-style stay, a luxury beach vacation, or even an adults-only resort for just the 2 of you, there are some unique and rather wonderful resorts to be found all across America. While…

Hilton and Marriott Bonvoy may earn the lion’s share of the business hotel chain spotlight, but following close behind them is IHG Hotels & Resorts with Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts, which has amassed a loyal following of travelers who appreciate…

Choice Hotels is one of the largest hotel chains. Still, with a focus almost exclusively on value accommodations, you rarely see its properties in travel magazines, blogs, and the like. Unfortunately, many associate getting “excellent value” with booking ultra-luxe hotels,…

With many families hitting the open road in lieu of overseas vacations this year, bringing along a fluffy, 4-legged family member is something that is becoming increasingly common. If you are a fan of Hilton properties, you will be happy…

Curio Collection by Hilton, also known as Curio Collection, is arguably one of the most important brands in Hilton’s entire portfolio. It holds an essential position as a boutique offering with the robust strengths of the Hilton operating model without…

With miles upon miles of tropical beaches, year-round sunshine, and some of the best all-inclusive resorts in the world, Mexico is an excellent choice for those looking to vacation in style. From the nightclubs of Cancún to the old town…

If you’ve ever stayed at a Hampton by Hilton and thought, “I wish this place was better equipped for longer stays,” it might be time to take a look at Home2 Suites by Hilton. Think of Home2 Suites as a…

Known for Alcatraz, cable cars, Chinatown, the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, Fisherman’s Wharf, the Mission, the Presidio, Russian Hill, Victorian houses, world-class restaurants and bars, and “Karl” (the year-round fog), San Francisco is one is the U.S.’s iconic…

For decades, Hilton hotels dominated the hospitality industry with their signature, dependable designs, and simple, straightforward amenities. No matter where in the world you went, you knew what to expect at a Hilton. Recently, however, consumer interest began to shift…

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, formerly of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, is a premium hotel chain owned and operated by Marriott International. The brand oversees nearly 500 hotels in over 70 countries around the world, though most are located in the…

For some travelers, there’s a particular magic around returning to the same place year after year. You get that feeling of returning home without committing to buying a second home. We’re referring, of course, to timeshares — condo-style vacation accommodations…

With over 2,800 properties and more than 298,000 rooms worldwide, Holiday Inn Express — a limited-service, mid-price hotel chain owned and operated by IHG Hotels & Resorts — is by far the largest brand in the IHG portfolio. While you’ll…

Home to some of the best theme parks and attractions in the world, Orlando welcomes millions of visitors every year. With almost year-round sunshine, great shopping, superb nightlife, amazing resort hotels, and some beautiful beaches within easy reach, Orlando is…

As one of the largest hotel chains in the world, IHG Hotels & Resorts gives you plenty of ways to earn valuable IHG One Rewards points. Once you earn those points, you’ll want to find amazing redemption opportunities. Let’s dive…

The Hilton Honors program is one of the biggest hotel loyalty programs in the world. Responsible for over 70 partnerships, it has more than 173 million members! The loyalty program was directly responsible for nearly $400 million of the parent…

The Ritz-Carlton, owned by The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company and a subsidiary of Marriott International, is one of the world’s most prestigious luxury hotel brands, singular in its level of service, design, and amenities. The name originates from César Ritz, a…

Best Western, with over 4,200 hotel properties in more than 100 countries, is undoubtedly one of the most recognizable hotel brands in the business. Although most associate the Best Western brand with affordable lodging, this hospitality company offers accommodations across…

Hilton Garden Inn, like DoubleTree by Hilton, is an upscale brand in the Hilton collection. With over 800 properties spread across 33 countries, it is the second-largest Hilton brand behind Hampton by Hilton. Most of these locations are in the U.S., but…

With over 2,500 properties and more than 20,000 rooms, Hampton by Hilton — a mid-price hotel chain formerly known collectively as Hampton Inn — is easily the biggest brand in the Hilton collection and one of the largest hotel franchises in…

Choice Hotels International is one of the largest hospitality companies in the world. Choice Hotels is one of the bigger competitors to mainstay hotel chains like Hilton, Marriott, and IHG. With headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, Choice Hotels has 7,000+ hotels…