Charming British Hotel in San Francisco: My Stay at White Swan Inn
White Swan Inn 845 Bush Street, San Francisco After visiting dozens of boutique hotels in SF, this one truly stood out — and not just for the scones. If you’re looking…
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Stay in Style: Iconic Hotels Featured in Hitchcock Movies
Back during the pandemic, I watched lots of Hitchcock movies and made a list of how I ranked them. I started thinking about visiting some of these Hitchcock filming locations, and…
Tucson DoubleTree Hotel Review and My First TravelCon Experience
I attended a three-day convention in Tucson, Arizona, so I thought I’d fill you all in on what it was like! The convention was the TravelCon yearly Convention, which is for…
Cinque Terre | Europe | Italy
Best Place to Stay in Cinque Terre for Beach Lovers: Hotel Baia Review
Planning a beachy escape to Cinque Terre? Discover why Monterosso al Mare is the best place to stay for sea views, sand, and charm—plus my full Hotel Baia review.
A Fun First Time Guide to Florence, Italy
Florence Italy was a place I’d always dreamed of visiting. Largely because of my obsession with the movie, “A Room With A View“. I finally made it there recently, and I…
Planning Your California Zephyr Experience: Best Stops and Cool Hotels
Plan your ultimate California Zephyr train trip from San Francisco to Chicago with this detailed stop-by-stop guide. Discover top attractions, best hotels, and travel tips for every stop on Amtrak’s most scenic route.
What’s the deal with Palo Alto California?
Palo Alto is a city in the northwest area of Silicon Valley. Computer maverick Hewlett-Packard originated here in 1939, as well as many other high tech companies. You may also be…
Where to Stay in Rome: My Favorite Places After Multiple Trips
Not sure where to stay in Rome? After multiple trips, I share my top hotel and apartment picks near the Pantheon, Colosseum, Termini Station, and Trevi Fountain: perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz: Honest Review of This Oceanfront Resort
175 W. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California One of my favorite places in California is the Dream Inn Resort Hotel in Santa Cruz! It’s the only beachfront hotel in Santa Cruz…
Coolest Hotels in Los Angeles California
The coolest places to stay in Los Angeles!
Encore Hotel Las Vegas Review: Is It Worth Booking for Your Vegas Trip?
Planning a trip to Las Vegas and wondering if Encore is the right hotel for you? I’ve stayed here myself and wanted to break it all down, from the room experience…
What It’s Like Staying at Caesars Palace Las Vegas – Still Cool?
Caesars Palace opened in 1966, the same year I was born. I first visited with my family as a child, and though the details are fuzzy, the feeling of Caesars stuck with me:…