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Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale At Troon North
If you are looking for a relaxing weekend laying by the pool with a great book and a delicious craft cocktail in hand, then the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale At Troon North is the place to be!
Our Favorite Hotel Toiletries
These scents stay with you long after you check out. And you just might find your new favorite on your next hotel stay, such as one of these brands. Here are some of our favorite hotel toiletries we've discovered during our travels.
Loews Hotel 1000 Review
Loews Hotel 1000 located in the heart of downtown Seattle is a hidden gem. Located just a few blocks away from the Pike Place Market, Elliot Bay and Pioneer Square, the hotel is located in the perfect place to walk just about anywhere.
8 Reasons To Visit Iceland
The Land of Fire and Ice has become a tourism hotspot over the past couple of year. And for good reason. Iceland is an incredible country, with features that you won't find anywhere else in the world.
Fairmont Banff Springs Review
The Banff Springs Resort, originally built in 1888 was remodeled in 1928 to resemble a European Castle. And the property was declared a national historic site by the government of Canada in 1988. The resort is not only luxurious and close to all of the attractions in Banff, but the resort itself offers plenty to do including a pool, spa, bowling alley and numerous dining options.
Our Favorite Summer Destinations For Long Weekend Getaways
Summer is almost here. And summer is our favorite time of the year to plan long weekend getaways. So in case you need some travel inspiration, here are some of our favorite summer destinations.
Canopy The Wharf Review
We stayed at the Canopy The Wharf for two nights in April. And we really enjoyed our first time at the Canopy by Hilton brand. The hotel was everything you would expect in a lifestyle boutique hotel.
Hotel del Coronado
The Hotel del Coronado is a famous and luxurious beachfront resort in the city of Coronado, just across the San Diego Bay from San Diego, California. "The Del" is a classic hotel that deserves to be part of your San Diego experience. It somehow manages to combine the charm of a century old resort with the modern amenities.
Waldorf Astoria Park City
The Waldorf Astoria Park City is a luxury ski resort located at the base of Canyons ski area. And this posh mountain resort is just 4 miles from Main Street and Downtown Park City.
The Driskill Hotel, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
The Driskill Hotel in Austin, Texas is part of Hyatt's Unbound Collection. While it is an independent and historical hotel, the great thing is that you can earn and redeem Hyatt points since the hotel is part of the Unbound Collection. Hyatt describes the Unbound Collection as a global collection of unique and independent stay experiences.
Weekend Wanderings: Austin Guide
From partying on 6th Street to canoeing the Colorado River, the city of Austin offers travelers plenty to do and see. Here's our Weekend Wanderings Austin Guide.
A Modern Rental Car Experience
Have you heard of Silvercar? Silvercar is the car rental company that only rents Silver Audis (primarily Audi A4s). And early last year Audi announced they would be purchasing Silvercar with plans to expand it. And we LOVE renting from Silvercar.
Why You Should Use A Travel Agent
Planning travel is time consuming and hotels and airlines don't always make it easy. That's where Travel Agents, in our case, the Virtual Travel Gurus come in.
Five Reasons You Should Travel More
Obviously we love to travel. And we like to encourage people to travel. And studies have shown that travel is good for your mental health. So here are five reasons you should travel more.
Weekend Wanderings: Seattle Guide
Seattle is one of our favorite places to spend a long weekend. Despite the fact that Seattle has a reputation for rain and more rain, it's not quite as bad as people make it seem. Summers are often warm and dry in Seattle. And the dry weather often starts in the spring.
Review: Andaz Peninsula Papagayo
The Andaz Peninsula Papagayo is located 30 minutes from the Liberia Airport. When you arrive at the Andaz Peninsula Papgayo, one of the first things you’ll notice is the beautiful landscaping and distinct architecture. From the shell-shaped studios to the zero edged cascading pools, the hotel’s design is inspired by Costa Rica’s natural landscape.
Weekend Wanderings: Washington DC Guide
We spent a long 4th of July Holiday Weekend in Washington D.C. Not only is our nation's capital full of historical exhibits, museums and monuments, but Washington D.C. is a foodie's paradise with great restaurants and coffee shops. Here's our Weekend Wanderings, Washington DC Guide.
Thompson Seattle Review
The Thompson Seattle is one of the best located hotels in Seattle. Centrally located next to the historic waterfront quarter of Downtown Seattle, the hotel is a short walk from Pike's Place Market. The Thompson Seattle is located within close proximity to excellent Downtown Seattle shopping, restaurants and the monorail which connects downtown to the Seattle Space Needle.
Weekend Wanderings: New York City Guide
New York City, the big apple or the city that never sleeps. New York City is a great place to spend a weekend eating great food, drinking delicious coffee, seeing incredible Broadway Shows and of course emptying your wallet or purse on some unique shopping. To give you some tips on where to stay, what to do and where to eat we put together a New York City Guide.
