Accommodations

My last day in London felt like a marathon. It began in my flat rental in Kennington and led me through checkpoints at the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, the London Eye, and Buckingham Palace. As is the norm in London, it was…

Airport hotels have a bit of a stigma. They tend to be scoffed at by tourists and a standard part of life for business travelers. But, when a flight is cancelled, those tired rooms become a hot commodity. Whether you are left with little…

Loreto, Mexico was as big of a mystery to me as it is to most people I know. When one thinks of Mexico, you either hear about the touristy spots like Cancun, Cozumel, and Acapulco… or if you live in bordering US States, you associate…

Admit it, one of the first things you do when you get to your hotel room is check out the toiletries. Guests used to find generic soaps, lotions and mini shampoos emblazoned with the chain logo in less exclusive digs. Thankfully, hotels…

You don't have to fly to Africa to go on a safari. The abundance of wildlife is, without doubt, amazing to witness, but America is home to many animals roaming free. Zoos are a wonderful and easily accessible way to observe these…

I am obsessed with saving money. Couponing, deal hunting and bargain shopping is a bit of a sport to me, but it started out as a necessity. Whether you are a on a tight budget or just want to save same cash, there are several tricks to…

Almost 40% of people with paid vacation time...don't use it. That is according to a survey done by staffing firm, Robert Half. Of those skipping time off, 38% said they were saving it up for next year, while another 30% stated they just…

Maybe it is just me, but there is a certain stigma that comes with hotel restaurants. Patrons might ask themselves, Why would I travel all the way here, just to eat at my hotel? But, to rule out your accommodation's on-site eatery can rob…

As I pulled into the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki, my driver blurted out, “This is one of the nicest hotels on the island.” Indeed it was. What was in store for me during my visit was unimaginable prior to stepping foot onto the…

Florida is calling out to many of us as this winter weather seems to be refusing to leave like some unwelcome guest. Sandy beaches, sunshine and a high of 76 degrees has me envious and dreaming of flip-flops and poolside drinks. Tourist…