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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…

Delta One, Delta Air Lines’ premium business class cabin, has dedicated lounges called Delta One Lounges for same-day ticketed travelers. Currently, these lounges are only available in Boston, Los Angeles, and New York, but there are plans to bring the…

I visited Meow Wolf Houston — known as Radio Tave — in late October on a press preview with my husband ahead of the exhibit’s Halloween opening date. We walked into the tour as Meow Wolf fans, having visited other…

You’ve got a lot to look forward to if you’re planning a trip to Europe, with its blend of history, culture, and stunning landscapes. Though most of Europe has a well-developed infrastructure and is generally considered safe, the unexpected can…

Cell phone service providers love to overcharge travelers when they leave the U.S. Now, as more of the cellular industry has moved to using eSIM cards rather than physical SIM cards, it’s now extremely easy to get access outside our…

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…

Airline: Emirates (EK)Aircraft: Airbus A380Flight Number: EK319Route: Narita International Airport (NRT) to Dubai International Airport (DXB)Date: September 10, 2024Duration: 10 hours, 40 minutesCabin and Layout: Emirates first class, 14 seats, 1-2-1 configuration Seat: 1K Cost: 141,000 Emirates Skywards miles or…

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…

When you arrive at the airport to catch your next flight, you’ll have probably spent a good portion of time focusing on what to pack for your destination, but don’t forget to consider one of the most important things you…

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…

Osaka, Japan, is a bustling metropolis that perfectly mixes the old and new with historic temples and modern skyscrapers. The city also has arguably the best food scene in a country known for its incredible cuisine. Osaka has grown to…

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…

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…

Airline: Swiss International Air LinesAircraft: Boeing 777-300ERFlight #: LX160Route: Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Narita International Airport (NRT)Date: August 9, 2024Duration: 13 hoursCabin and Layout: Alternating 1-2-2 and 2-2-1Cost: 80,000 Aeroplan points or from $6,995 cash for the ZRH-NRT leg; the…

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…

If you’re flying out of Washington, D.C., you have 3 airports to choose from: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). As a D.C. local, I must decide which…

Airline: Alaska Airlines (AS)Aircraft: Boeing 737-9 MAXFlight #: AS1460Route: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Belize City’s Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)Date: July 31, 2024Duration: 4 hours, 45 minutesCabin and Layout: Premium class; 24 seats in a 3-3 configurationSeats:…

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…