I’m ashamed to admit that as a Los Angeleno, for whatever reason, I haven’t adequately explored the nearby Central Coast region of California very much at all. The pandemic has given me …
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Rounding out my trio of stays in the San Diego area (with the Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa and the 1906 Lodge) is another hotel I’ve long had on my list…the …
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After a wonderful stay at the Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa, we were ready to move back to the World of Hyatt side of things with a stay at Coronado Island’s …
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Like almost everyone else this year, I too have been stuck Stateside. But, I’ve used that time productively to explore much of the West Coast that’s been on “my list” for a …
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I have no problem driving the 5 hours from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. However, I draw the line at the 5.5 hour drive to Carmel. Why? Good question. It just seems …
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Review: Sky Hub Lounge East, ICN International Airport (Seoul, South Korea)
After a long-haul flight from LAX, I landed at South Korea’s Incheon International Airport (ICN), where I promptly consulted with my American Express app to find a lounge to pass the time …
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One of my favorite things about visiting the Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks (and the Sierras for that matter) is the chance to try out new beers from the Tioga-Sequoia Brewing Co. …
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One of my favorite things about visiting the Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks (and the Sierras for that matter) is the chance to try out new beers from the Tioga-Sequoia Brewing Co. …
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Get a $25 Best Western Gift Card for Each Night You Stay! Along California’s Highway 41, lies the mountain town of Oakhurst, California. Oakhurst is not just any ol’ town – far …
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We just took a look at the brand new TownPlace Suites San Diego Central. In this post, we’ll take a look at the Residence Inn San Diego Mission Valley. Review: Residence Inn …
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Yes, “vanilla hotels” may not be the “sexiest” use of points in the travel-hacking universe, but they can often provide massive outsized value, especially when you just need a place to crash …
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After my prior stay at the upscale and trendy Kimpton Hotel Palomar San Diego, I opted to try another IHG hotel located in downtown San Diego. This time, I chose the Holiday …
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Earlier, we took a look at several Category 4 (or below) “vanilla” Hyatt properties in the San Diego area, including Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad and the Hyatt House San Diego/Carlsbad. We’ll keep …
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After my previous review on the Hyatt House San Diego/Carlsbad, I’m keeping the “vanilla” Hyatt hotel theme going with the Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad. Let me be clear, “vanilla” hotels are not …
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Review: Luxembourg And Dinant Tour – Part II – Dinant [Expedia] (From Brussels, Belgium)
I thoroughly enjoyed the first part of this tour at Luxembourg City. As we drove back to Belgium, I fell asleep on the 1 hour and 45 minute bus ride to Dinant …
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Review: Luxembourg And Dinant Tour – Part I – Luxembourg [Expedia] (From Brussels, Belgium)
During my stay in Brussels, I was researching things to do in Belgium (from my room at The Hotel.), when it dawned on me that Luxembourg was doable via a day-trip. I …
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Leaving Amsterdam was hard, especially at 4:00 am. Nevertheless, I checked-out of The Hyatt Regency Amsterdam and caught the first train to Brussels, Belgium, where I’d be staying a few nights at …
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I awoke early to meet a friend for breakfast at my hotel, the DoubleTree Hilton Centraal Station. He was exited to visit Bruges, Belgium, a place long on his European travel checklist. …
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Review: Neuschwanstein, Linderhof Royal Castle & Oberammergau Tour From Munich [Gray Line] (Munich, Germany)
Although it was Oktoberfest that brought me to Munich, I had no intention of missing the other main attractions of Bavaria. Chief on my list was Neuschwanstein Castle. Review: Neuschwanstein, Linderhof Royal …
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Review: Ambassador Transit Lounge, Terminal 3 (Changi International Airport (SIN), Singapore)
I awoke pre-dawn at the Andaz Singapore and headed straight for SIN airport. Review: Ambassador Transit Lounge, Terminal 3 (Changi International Airport (SIN), Singapore) Editor’s Note: This post is part of my …