Hotels

When staying in Salzburg, Austria, there’s 1 large hotel that nearly everyone recommends: the Sheraton Grand Salzburg. The Sheraton is one of the larger hotels in the city and doesn’t fit the typical Sheraton profile; it’s a step up. It’s…

Getting and maintaining World of Hyatt elite status is not easy, as the brand has a smaller presence compared to the other major hotel chains. But having World of Hyatt status is a boon if you’re a frequent traveler, as…

The author was traveling as an invited guest of The Principal Madrid. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. Madrid’s dizzying array of hotels can make it hard for travelers…

The Excellence Collection is a small group of all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico. With 3 different brands, including adults-only and family-friendly resorts, The Excellence Collection has options for many different types of travelers. All-inclusive vacations have gained popularity…

I visited The Troubadour Hotel New Orleans with my family in January 2024. We stayed just a single night as a rest stop on our road trip home from Orlando to the Houston area, but spending the night at this…

After years of traveling the globe and visiting many of the most popular cities, it was finally time to see what all the fuss around Rome was about. What better occasion to do so than to celebrate the 50th birthday…

Wellness travel is more popular now than ever, and Mexico is a top spot for those seeking to travel to focus on their physical, emotional, or spiritual health. Mexico offers a number of different types of wellness retreats apt for…

In early January 2024, I visited the Hilton Pensacola Beach with my family of 5. While the temperature outside was cold for Florida standards, the service was warm, and we had a great stay at one of my family’s favorite…

The author was traveling as an invited guest of Equinox Hotel. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. The Equinox Hotel is unlike any hotel I’ve stayed in before. It’s…

As much as I love going on long vacations to exotic destinations, I get just as excited for quick getaways close to home. I recently enjoyed a 2-night trip to Chicago, which is just 1 hour by plane from my…

Hyatt Milestone Rewards are a lucrative part of the World of Hyatt program, offering valuable perks like Club Access Awards, Suite Upgrade Awards, and free night certificates. It was refreshed in 2024 with even more desirable awards, including Guest of…

The Hotel Goldener Hirsch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Salzburg, is one of the most luxurious hotels in all of Salzburg, Austria, and its location is simply unbeatable when it comes to visiting the city’s historic sites, restaurants, and shopping. Nestled…

My journey around the world had its final stop in Thailand, a country that had long been on my list but had eluded me for years. Bangkok, its buzzy capital, was the final destination on the trip before I headed…

Visiting India for a friend’s wedding was the main reason behind a monthlong trip around the world that I recently returned from. While the wedding took place in Jaipur, Rajasthan, I wanted to spend a little more time in India…

Santa Barbara is a coastal haven about 2 hours north of Los Angeles. Home to several universities, the city offers both a college-town atmosphere paired with a high-end feel thanks to its picturesque views and expensive homes. Situated right in…

Resorts World made its official debut on the Las Vegas Strip back in 2021, opening a massive complex consisting of 3 hotels, a concert venue, a club, a mall, and, of course, a casino. The opening of this behemoth property…

Imagine spending a night in a majestic castle. It has all the elements of a captivating tale, doesn’t it? Fortunately, turning this dream into a reality is possible. Many breathtaking castles worldwide have been converted into luxury hotels, providing visitors…

Fans of boho chic Riveria Maya destination Tulum can take a hard pass on flying into Cancún (CUN) and then driving ~74 miles to get there. Instead, they can fly directly into Tulum, as Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO) in Tulum…

I stayed at the Hampton Inn Houston Downtown with my family of 5 on Black Friday. We squeezed in this quick overnight staycation on a last-minute Spend a Night on Us certificate redemption. It was fun to stay downtown and…

The author was traveling as an invited guest of Finest Punta Cana. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. Finest Punta Cana is a family-friendly, all-inclusive resort in Punta…

Fans of boutique, intimate hotels worldwide who still want to use points to book them aren’t entirely out of luck. Thanks to the Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) program, part of the Hyatt portfolio, travelers looking for this…