When planning for our honeymoon, we were bombarded with information. We knew we wanted to do a private game reserve by Kruger National Park but which reserve to we go to and which game lodge? There are so many choices but thankfully a friend recommended Elephant Plains Game Lodge. I still did my research before […]
Hotel Reviews
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You end up staying at a lot of different hotels when you travel and over the years I've gone to lengths to try to capture the good and the bad of ones that are worth mentioning. If you're browsing, check out my reviews below. If you are looking to go to a specific place, make sure you go to the Destinations page!
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Review of the Aina Nalu Lahaina by Outrigger Resorts in Maui
You can never go wrong with Maui. There are beaches galore, the seafood is outstanding, sea turtles are almost a guarantee and the temperatures are perfect. What more can you ask for? The former capital of Hawaii is Lahaina and I had the pleasure of staying here for 8 nights to attend a good friend’s wedding. […]
Hilton’s Best Category 1 Hotels That Only Cost 5000 HHonors Points
I’ve been a long time loyal fan of Hilton hotel properties. As a consultant, I always liked their program the best because they had the broadest range of hotels where I could stay at a Hampton Inn if I had an assignment in a small town to the most luxurious of resorts in the Conrad […]
Le Germain Hotel Charlevoix Review – Perfect Winter Getaway
Nestled between the pretty village of Baie-Saint-Paul, the snow mountains, and St. Lawrence River, Le Germain Hotel Charlevoix is a shining star that manages to delight at every turn. Take your preconceived notions of what a resort should be, throw it away, and you get something unexpectedly awesome. While this is open all year round, winter […]
Ultimate Peru Amazon Jungle Trip Planning Guide – Our Stay at Refugio Amazonas
Planning your itinerary in Peru is no easy task. I for one know what it’s like. The more and more you dig into it, the more you realize how huge the country is. When you finally narrow in on doing the Amazon in Peru, you then have to decide between which part of the Peruvian […]
Refugio Amazonas Review – Peru’s Best Amazon Jungle Eco-Lodge
When planning this trip to Peru, I knew that Machu Picchu would be on there but I had no idea that the Amazon would be on the itinerary. Years of playing The Amazon Trail surely didn’t help as I always thought the Amazon was only in Brazil. I was quickly proven wrong in my research and discovered that […]
Sirata Beach Resort in St. Pete’s – Review
Perfectly situated on the St. Pete’s Beach, Sirata Beach Resort is the kind of place where you can enjoy the warm gulf breezes, ocean waves, and pristine white sand. Amongst the 13 acres of beachfront, you’re pretty much guaranteed to find your perfect spot to relax. If you’re looking for more than just beach, Sirata also has […]
Best Budget Ryokans in Kyoto
Kyoto is one of the best cities in Japan to experience authentic dwellings of the past. These traditional Japanese inns once accepted weary travelers on their journeys at a time when samurais roamed the land and shoguns held power. Nowadays, they’re for visitors wanting to experience old traditions and culture. Staying in a ryokan while […]
5 Waikiki Beach Hotels That Won’t Break the Bank In Honolulu
If you’re staying in Honolulu, there’s no better place than on the Waikiki Beach strip. With beach access, top restaurants, and luxury shopping all within walking distance, this area is also very expensive and high-end. That being said, for those who know where to look, there are some affordable hotels in Waikiki. Here’s a list of […]
5 Best Hotels Near Toronto’s Pearson International Airport
Whether you’re in town for a conference, business meeting, consulting gig, or visiting family and friends, there are many reasons to stay near Toronto’s Pearson International Airport. While they don’t have the perks of being downtown, finding cheap hotels in Mississauga near the airport means easy access to rental cars, free hotel shuttles, and nontouristy […]