If you’re the kind of traveler who loves a little bit of everything… a fancy cocktail one minute, street food the next… This 3 Day Hoi An Itinerary is for you. Over 3 perfect days, …
Hotel Reviews

Your Guide to a Coastal Christmas in Carmel By the Sea (Where to Eat, Stay, & Play)
Ah, Christmas in Carmel-by-the-Sea… where it feels like you’ve stepped into a Hallmark movie… minus the predictable plotline. If you haven’t been, Carmel is a dreamy little storybook town in Central California that often gets …

Your Guide to a Romantic Island Getaway | Things to Do in Key West for Couples
Looking for fun things to do in Key West for couples? You’re in the right place! My partner and I went on a tropical getaway to Key West and had the most incredible time, discovering …


Marriott Hotel Reviews: Some Island Favorites and a Little Cajun In-Between
Looking for Marriott Hotel reviews from someone that is a loyal Marriott member? Look no further! In this blog, I share some of my favorite hotel stays with tropical island vibes in the Bahamas and …

Grotta Giusti Hotel Review: The Best Romantic Getaway in Tuscany for Luxury & Nature Lovers
Looking for a romantic getaway in Italy? This award winning resort in Tuscany was voted the best thermal grotto spa hotel IN THE WORLD. Here’s my Grotta Giusti Hotel Review! If your idea of a …

Marriott Bonvoy Membership: Your Ultimate Guide to Marriott Hotels and Resorts
As someone who has traveled 180+ days every year for the past several years (except COVID), I can say that the life of a traveler is undoubtedly filled with its ups and downs. But, one …

Blue Inn on the Beach Hotel Review, A Getaway on Plum Island in Massachusetts
Every now and then, we discover special places that leave us so surprised, we can’t help but share it with everyone we know. That’s how I feel about Blue Inn on the Beach in Newburyport, …


The Biggest Little City in the World: Where to Stay in Reno
Biggest Little City in the World… That’s Reno’s slogan. Does it fit? … Hmmm the jury is still out on that one. But I will say, the city is full of surprises. If you are …


Best and Worst Marriott Hotels I’ve Stayed In, Boom or Bust
In the last 5 years, I’ve stayed at over 150 different properties within pretty much all of the hotel brands and category rankings that Marriott offers. Today I’m sharing some of the best and worst Marriott …


