It may sound like a crock of balderdash to start out a review of a luxury resort with a statement about how happy the employees seem. Or that the property has transformed an area by emphasizing local hiring and local artists. But cross my heart, the service people weren’t smiling at Maryland’s MGM National Harbor resort because they were Westworld robots. And the place has such regional roots that the very clay from the property … [Read more...]
Puebla – City of Angels
Mexico City. Acapulco. Puerta Vallarta. Cancun. If you're like most people, these are the Mexican cities you are familiar with. However, Puebla, or La Puebla de los Angeles (“the city of the angels,”) is the most beautiful Mexican city that you've likely never heard of. Only a couple of hours from Mexico City, I first visited it during a backpacking trip in 2005, more by coincidence than by design, and was astounded by one of the most remarkable … [Read more...]
5 New Destinations You Should Try In 2017
As the year begins, you should now start planning your travels. This will give you ample amount of time to save and to plan. If you are having a hard time deciding where to go, keep on reading and be inspired from the destinations that we will suggest below. Umbria, Italy While it is not as popular as other Italian destinations, Umbria is quickly becoming a tourism hotspot, especially for foodies. Aside from its natural beauty, it also has … [Read more...]
Six Things You Didn’t Know About Beijing
“I speak and speak. But the listener retains only the words he is expecting." So cautioned Marco Polo as he left the court of the great Kublai Khan in Dadu (modern day Beijing) in the year 1295 C.E. Certainly this was a timely reminder for me as I stepped off the plane in Beijing for the first time. Over the years, I had heard lots about Beijing, most of which with a negative slant. Much to my delight, I encountered a wonderful and fascinating … [Read more...]
Welcome to Bali – Tropical Paradise or Living Hell?
What comes to mind when you think of Bali? Vacation? Beach? Beauty? Something else? For me, this Indonesian island has always been a bittersweet kind of place. "YOU DON'T ALWAYS NEED A PLAN. SOMETIMES YOU JUST NEED TO BREATHE. TRUST. LET GO. AND SEE WHAT HAPPENS." -MANDY HALE It is a beautiful place - the people as much as the land itself. But, it's also where a number of Australians (my local breed) go on holidays due to its proximity and … [Read more...]
Spend a Summer Holiday in Liverpool
When you think of what you want from your summer holidays what comes to mind? Glistening waters, tasty food, long cool cocktails and days spent lounging in the sun. Or perhaps you like to take in the sights of your chosen destination. If this is everything on your list, then why not consider Liverpool for a super summer holiday? Tick of those summer holiday essentials here; The Glistening Waters of the Mersey So the Mersey River isn’t … [Read more...]
And the Winner is… New Orleans!
Thank you Capital One for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own and were not directed by Capital One. To learn more about the Capital One Venture Card, visit: https://www.capitalone.com/credit-cards/venture I was standing in front of camera in HotelTonight's headquarters in San Francisco as part of some work I was doing to help promote a partnership recently announced between Capital One and HotelTonight. I had just spun a wheel which … [Read more...]
Adventurous Eating In Merida, Mexico
Merida’s visual beauty is sublime, but it’s the tantalizing aromas wafting through its vibrant plazas and candy-colored streets that grab my attention. If you’re like me and gastronomy shamelessly rules your travel decisions, book your ticket to Merida pronto. Culinary travelers have struck gold as Merida offers the Yucatan’s distinct flavors as well as a range of sophisticated international influences. Your taste buds are guaranteed to be in … [Read more...]
Traveling on a Budget in 2016
Traveling can be a pretty expensive venture. Expensive is, of course, a relative term. Each traveler has different financial capacities, preferences, and responsibilities. However, despite the wide-ranging financial dynamics, no one likes to spend more than they can afford or pay more for less value. Everyone wants to get the maximum value for every penny they spend. The year 2016 has been and will continue to be an exciting and affordable year … [Read more...]
These White Sand Dunes in New Mexico Will Blow Your Mind
Have you ever been sledding in the middle of winter and thought, jeez, this sure is great but I wish it was about 60 degrees warmer out so I wasn’t freezing my butt off and on the verge of losing my extremities to frostbite!!? Well, the dunes at the White Sand National Monument outside of Las Cruces, NM, are your dream come true! It’s a national park with literally 275 sq miles of warm, milky-white sand dunes that you can, and are encouraged … [Read more...]
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