For my attempt to visit Yemen, I planned to go through the border with Oman. This meant flying to Salalah, but when I heard that there was a new Kempinski property in Muscat I had to stop by and check it out! The hotel is located in the Al Mouj development, a high end private … Continue reading Experience: Kempinski Hotel Muscat
On my first visit to Almaty, I wanted to stay at a hotel brand I could be comfortable with. IHG’s Intercontinental always has high standards and with their convenient central location, I had to check it out. Located right by the park and the Republic Square, most sights are within walking distance or a short … Continue reading Experience: Intercontinental Almaty
A review of The Langham Auckland in New Zealand from the trip Pacifying the Pacific. Highlights Excellent lounge. Luxurious rooms and interiors. Great service and valet parking. Spa and Pool. Background The Langham Auckland is a large luxury hotel with 411 rooms located in downtown Auckland, near the business and tourist areas of the city. … Continue reading Experience: The Langham Auckland
Finding a way to physically sneak into Nauru, country 174, without a visa on the Pacifying the Pacific adventure. My original plan to visit the tiny country of Nauru was to fly from Tarawa stay for 5 days and catch the next flight out to the Marshall Islands. Unfortunately while processing my visa, I got … Continue reading Nauru
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 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
A review of the Clico Boutique Hotel in Rosebank, South Africa on the trip The South of Africa Tour. Highlights Private and personalized experience. Outdoor pool and garden. Fine dining restaurant. Conference and events center. Background Named after the owner’s favorite champagne, the 5-star Clico Boutique Hotel lies in Rosebank, a suburb of Johannesburg. It … Continue reading Experience: Clico Boutique Hotel, Johannesburg, South Africa
A review of The Westin Buckhead Atlanta in Georgia during the trip, Atlanta on a Weekend. Highlights Central location in business district and next to Lenox Square Mall and Phipps Plaza. Professional and efficient service. Modern business oriented rooms with great views. Environmentally focused hotel. Experience The Westin Bulkhead is a well known business hotel … Continue reading Experience: The Westin Buckhead Atlanta
A review of the Kempinski Hotel Aqaba in Jordan during the trip, The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights The best location in the city. Incredible rooms, all with sea views. Comprehensive facilities and excellent dining options. Service that will make a guest smile. Experience Aqaba, a city that has been inhabited since 4000 B.C. has always … Continue reading Experience: Kempinski Hotel Aqaba
A review of Mount Meru Hotel in Arusha, Tanzania during the trip, The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Vast property set on 9 green acres close to downtown Arusha. Luxurious international five-star facilities and rooms. Complete facilities with outdoor pool, spa, gym, shops and restaurants. Proud, professional, and service oriented staff. Experience As a center for … Continue reading Experience: Mount Meru Hotel, Arusha