A review of the Pestana Caracas in Caracas, Venezuela the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Fantastic location with incredible views. Trendy hotspot for nightlife. Exclusive spa experiences and rooftop pool. Safe and secure. Background Pestana Caracas has quickly become one of the trendiest hotels in the city since opening in 2008. With 195 rooms … Continue reading Experience: Pestana Caracas, Venezuela
A review of the Casa Gangotena in Quito, Ecuador the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Historic mansion with European styled interiors. Central location in Quito’s old city. Fine dining featuring the local tastes of Ecuador. Culturally significant site with close ties to the community. Friendly and professional staff. Background The site of Casa Gangotena … Continue reading Experience: Casa Gangotena, Quito, Ecuador
A review of the Hotel Plaza Grande in Quito, Ecuador on the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Historic property right in the central Plaza de la Independencia. Fine French inspired cuisine with live opera. Luxurious rooms and amenities. Highly personalized service. Background Hotel Plaza Grande is has been one of the most unique buildings … Continue reading Experience: Hotel Plaza Grande, Quito, Ecuador
A review of the Hotel Patio Andaluz in Quito, Ecuador on the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Stunning colonial architecture. Close to local historical and cultural sites. Enchanting Ecuadorian and Spanish cuisine. Host to world dignitaries, actors, and historic figures. Listed as an Ecuadorian National Monument. Background Hotel Patio Andaluz is a charming boutique … Continue reading Experience: Hotel Patio Andaluz, Quito
A review of the Sugar Reef Bequia in Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines on the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Historic buildings converted to a luxury boutique. Dine on locally grown food and freshly-caught seafood. Secluded locale from the top of the mountain and to a private beach. Next door to over 600 … Continue reading Experience: Sugar Reef, Bequia
This week on Wandering West Africa, Sightseeing Sao Tome, Flight to Cape Verde, Sightseeing Cape Verde, and Flight to Lagos via Casablanca. Sao Tome Sightseeing Stepping off the plane in Sao Tome by feeling the wind and air, I knew I was near the sea. The immigration process was a breeze. They must be used … Continue reading Paradises of Sao Tome and Cape Verde
A review of the Grenadine House in Kingstown, St. Vincent on the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Beautiful views over the bay. Historic property with authentic feel. Elegant casual and fine dining. Attentive and helpful staff. Onsite spa, gym, and outdoor pool. Background Grenadine House is a historic site on the island of St. … Continue reading Experience: Grenadine House, Kingstown, St. Vincent
A review of the Holiday Inn Andorra in Andorra La Vella, Andorra on the trip Perusing the Persian Gulf. Highlights Holiday Inn quality and comfort. Central location with free shuttle to the ski resort. Comfortable private event rooms. Specially designed activities and play rooms for children Great indoor pool and fitness center on-site. Background The … Continue reading Experience: Holiday Inn Andorra
A review of the The Grand Hotel de l’Opera in Toulouse, France on the trip Perusing the Persian Gulf. Highlights Central location in the Toulouse entertainment district. Luxurious rooms with unique views of the Opera house. Elegant fine dining. Creative and classy interiors. Proactive and professional service. Background The Grand Hotel de l’Opera has become … Continue reading Experience: The Grand Hotel de l’Opera, France
A review of the Five Seas Hotel Cannes in Cannes, France on the trip Perusing the Persian Gulf. Highlights Luxury travel themed design. Rooftop infinity pool and sundeck. In-room spa treatments. Chic and modern restaurants. Private yacht. Background Five Seas Hotel Cannes is a trendy 5–star boutique hotel nestled among the historical architecture of the … Continue reading Experience: Five Seas Hotel Cannes, France