Hotels

With so many all-inclusive properties in Punta Cana, deciding where to stay isn’t an easy task. I’ve wanted to stay at a Dreams property ever since Hyatt acquired the Dreams Group a couple of years ago. Punta Cana is home…

The author stayed as a guest of Frangipani. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. I recently visited Anguilla for the first time. This under-the-radar Caribbean island won me…

Finding the right all-inclusive property in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, is an overwhelming task. Given the dozens of properties that line the white sands of this tropical paradise, there are almost too many options. I spent hours researching properties, consulting…

During our family trip to Italy this summer, we had the pleasure of visiting Rome after spending a fantastic 5 days on the Amalfi Coast. As many traveling families visiting Europe can attest, it can be incredibly frustrating when room…

Traveling with 3 kids is always a feat of strength, particularly when trying to find accommodations. While I typically prefer an Airbnb for extended vacations, the search results for Hong Kong didn’t seem to be a good fit for my…

Disney’s Old Key West Resort is the oldest Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resort on the Walt Disney World Resort property. It opened in the 1990s and features some of the largest rooms of any DVC resort. The theme transports guests…

In mid-June 2024, my wife and I spent 3 nights at a hotel from a brand we knew very little about. In fact, this brand only exists in mainland China. It’s called UrCove and participates in World of Hyatt, yet…

The author was traveling as an invited guest of Malliouhana. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. I recently returned from a 4-night stay on the Caribbean island of Anguilla,…

Although luxury hotels typically garner the most attention, many travelers prefer a cost-effective stay. This is especially true when you are on an extended vacation or a longer business trip. TownePlace Suites by Marriott shines in this regard as a…

The author stayed as a guest of Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. Puerto Rico is a great spot for a quick beach…

When searching for a hotel for a recent 3-night stay in Hong Kong, my wife and I had a small checklist for narrowing down our options. The hotel needed to be within walking distance of sites we wanted to visit,…

We’ve all seen the glamorous images of overwater villas, right? You can’t throw a cell phone these days without hitting a content creator talking about their stunning hotel rooms. And although much of the time those rooms can cost boatloads…

I recently returned from a trip to Santa Barbara, California, where I visited with a group of people to attend a surprise engagement celebration. With the couple residing in Los Angeles and the majority of the guests coming in from…

Marriott is the largest hotel chain in the world, with more than 30 unique brands and over 7,000 properties worldwide. Although some of Marriott’s brands are luxurious, a handful can provide a basic hotel experience with little out-of-pocket expense. One…

The author stayed as an invited guest of Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort. All opinions are the author’s own, and Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort had no input in any part of this review. The last time I visited…

I stayed at Hotel Kabuki, a boutique JdV by Hyatt property in San Francisco, with my family of 5 in June 2024. We needed a place to stay overnight before flying home in the morning, and Hotel Kabuki was an…

Koh Samui is one of Thailand’s most postcard-perfect islands. It’s also one of the largest islands in the country, which means that visitors have many different accommodation options. While it’s not quite as touristy as Phuket, it’s still accessible, thanks…

Hyatt is the third-largest hotel chain in the world, trailing only Marriott and Hilton. The chain has several brands ranging from ultimate luxury to long-term convenience. Although brands like Hyatt Regency and Park Hyatt are well-known, there are quite a…

I stayed 2 nights with my family of 5 at the Hilton San Francisco Financial District. We flew into the San Francisco area so we could head up to Redwood National and State Parks, but I wanted to spend a…

After a whirlwind stay in St. Martin, 2 friends and I were eager to set off for the ultraluxe island of St. Barts for a 2-night stay at a hotel on the French island. What we found was essentially a…

Although Kuala Lumpur is famous for its Petronas Towers, the Malaysian capital is home to much more than these epic skyscrapers. The largest city in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is also known for melding different ethnicities, cuisines, and viewpoints, both historically…