Hawaii Calling
From Sea to Sky: Inside the Multi‑Phase Ritz‑Carlton Waikīkī Renovation
When I first reviewed the Ritz‑Carlton Residences, Waikīkī Beach, I struggled with it being on Kūhiō Ave and not beachfront along Kalākaua Ave. Why? The rooms are among the best on O’ahu and include kitchens, which many find a wonderful addition for longer stays. If this property were beachfront in...
No Work All Travel
Hotel Review: Nohga Hotel Tokyo Ueno
Although I know my way around Tokyo’s most-visited neighborhoods better than many other cities, part of the reason is because I try to stay in a different district each time. To wit, last month, I got to know Akihabara (aka Akiba) a bit better, and this month, it was Ueno’s...
TravelUpdate
Gila River Resorts and Casino in Phoenix
This was an unexpected stay. I normally stay to the north of Phoenix near Scottsdale at the resorts…
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
I was in Boston for a work event a few weeks ago and stayed… The post Hotel Review: Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
You Are Travel
Who’s Going to Win the Howl-Off?: An In-Depth Review of Hyatt’s Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo
Tl;dr – The Andaz Costa Rica is a solid property overall. The property offers above-average amenities, tasty food,…
ATX Jetsetter
Review: Hilton Mall of Istanbul
The Hilton Mall of Istanbul is one of the closest hotels to the new Istanbul Airport, though it is still a 25 minute drive away. The post Review: Hilton Mall of Istanbul appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: Courtyard Columbus Easton
Earlier this month, I had to be in Columbus, OH for an event and… The post Hotel Review: Courtyard Columbus Easton appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel
I had a conference in Toronto at the end of May. I would have… The post Hotel Review: Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
ATX Jetsetter
Review: JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus
The JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus is a great hotel in the heart of the city with friendly staff and good amenities. The post Review: JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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FIRST IMPRESSIONS: The reborn Dusit Thani Hotel, Bangkok
Dusit Thani is a name eternally tied to its history as one of the first five-star hotels in Bangkok. The original hotel opened in 1970. It was Thailand’s tallest building and the first property of Dusit International. The now-outdated hotel was demolished in 2019, and a new hotel using the...
TravelUpdate
The extras are so enjoyable at the Gaylord Palms in Orlando
The Gaylord Palms hotel in Orlando is a very impressive hotel. It follows in the footsteps of the…
Frequent Miler
Koloa Landing, Kauai (Marriott Autograph Collection): Bottom Line Review
My wife and I have spent a fair amount of time traipsing throughout the Hawaiian Islands over the past 20+ years, as the vast majority of her family lives there. These days, if we’re not camping, we primarily use Wyndham points for Vacasa vacation rentals on most islands, unless we’re...
ATX Jetsetter
Review: The Ritz-Carlton Almaty
While the property is beginning to feel dated, we had a fantastic experience for our short visit at The Ritz-Carlton Almaty. The post Review: The Ritz-Carlton Almaty appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
TravelUpdate
A stay at the Hilton Garden Inn in New Orleans
I had a fun week in New Orleans in May. The weather was great; I got to explore…
Traveling For Miles
Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill (Regency Suite) review – Updated for 2025
The Churchill is one of three Hyatt Regency Properties in central London and for some considerable time it stood out as the best Hyatt option in the city. The addition of the Great Scotland Yard hotel to Hyatt's portfolio in 2019 made the title of 'best Hyatt in London' a lot...