
A collection of hotel reviews, destination guides, tips on points & miles, and general thoughts on travel.
Since 2005, we’ve been curating travel itineraries by reading other blogs – This is our contribution to fellow travelers trying to maximize their time and money to explore off the tourist trap path. Our reviews are honest, detailed, and cover topics that we find are often missing. If you like our content, don’t forget to subscribe at the bottom of the page.
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Visiting Mexico City? Essential Tips on Altitude, Safety, and Budget
Mexico City (CDMX) is a destination where we could easily spend six months, given the endless opportunities for exploration. We packed our carry-ons, our appetites, and walking shoes to explore North America’s largest city for a long weekend. Join us for a quick trip recap with essential tips for planning your visit!
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Review: Hyatt Centric Montreal – A modern hotel in Old Montreal, with a nice rooftop pool!
The Hyatt Centric Montreal has 177 rooms and suites and offers guests modern accommodations in Old Montreal. It has a few unique features, like a heated rooftop pool and bar with great views of the city. The hotel appeals to tourists and those looking to host corporate/special events.
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Review: Alila Manggis – Old school Bali charm in a quieter setting
Built in 2001, the Alila Manggis is a quieter resort with 55 rooms in a lesser traveled part of Bali. Located on Bali’s east coast, it offers guests a vacation on the less beaten path. The hotel has a variety of tours and excursions unique to this area of Bali and also some common resort…
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Review: Andaz Bali – Overyhyped, a victim of its own success!
The Andaz Bali is a newish upscale and modern resort in Sanur. With 149 various room types, it is a popular spot for family vacations, and if you are not traveling with children, you will be in the minority of guests here. Some things are true to the Andaz brand and others are not.
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Lounge Review: The New Air Canada Café at YVR – Vancouver Airport
In this post, we share some information and photos about the current Air Canada Café setup at the Vancouver International Airport. It opened on November 5, 2025 and it is located near Gate C-46 and C-47 in a temporary location while the permanent space is under construction.
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Review: The SOMM Woodinville, Autograph Collection – A Winecation in the Seattle area!
The SOMM Woodinville, Autograph Collection is a welcome addition to the wine area just 30 minutes north east of Seattle. With 164 rooms, the hotel offers an upscale resort experience located in the heart of Woodinville wine country for hotel guests and those looking to plan special events. Currently, the hotel and onsite amenities like…
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