When you think about tropical paradises, you think palms trees, crashing waves, and everlasting sunsets. Another that’s the epitome of dream vacations and honeymoons is the overwater bungalow and even though you might not know it, that iconic image you’re thinking of is in fact the Bora Bora overwater bungalows. On our recent trip to […]
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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The Best Hotels Near Pyramids of Giza with Rooftop Views
If you’re going to be planning any Egypt itinerary that includes Cairo, you’re going to want to where the top place to stay is. What you might be surprised about is that I actually don’t think it’s a good idea to stay in the downtown core of Cairo, where you actually want to be is […]
REVIEW – Elephant Plains Game Lodge Safari Experience, Sabi Sand Private Reserve
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 […]
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. […]
Best Hilton Honors Category 1 Hotels That Only Cost 5000 Points
The Hilton Honors program has gone through a lot of changes over the past years but there have always been a very small subset of hotels that were incredibly cheap on points. They’re in areas that you would least expect so without further ado, here are the best Hilton Honors Category 1 hotels that only […]
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
If you’re planning a trip to the culture capital of Japan, you might have caught on that one of the things you have to do is related to your accommodations. Instead of staying in a regular hotel or hostel, what you’re actually looking for is a very traditional form of a B&B called a ryokan. […]