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 Royal Tulip Grand Hotel Yerevan in Yerevan, Armenia on the trip The Greater Eastern. Highlights Luxurious facilities like Wellness Center, Spa, Indoor and Outdoor pool. Exceptional service. Central location. Highly acclaimed restaurant. Experience Royal Tulip Grand Hotel Yerevan has revived the glamor of the golden age with their recently renovated hotel. … Continue reading Experience: Royal Tulip Grand Hotel, Yerevan
A review of the Best Western Congress Hotel in Yerevan, Armenia on the trip The Greater Eastern. Highlights Central location near sights. Great Health club facilities with outdoor pool and sauna. Friendly personable staff. Modern conference and meeting halls. Experience The Best Western Congress Hotel isn’t your typical chain hotel. This 4-star hotel in the … Continue reading Experience: Best Western Congress Hotel, Yerevan
A review of the Hyatt Regency Kiev in Ukraine on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Attentive and accommodating service. Luxurious rooms and facilities. Popular bar with panoramic views. Central location near tourist sights. Experience The Hyatt Regency Kiev is located in the heart of the city, walking distance to some of the best … Continue reading Experience: Hyatt Regency Kiev, Ukraine
A review of the Athénée Palace Hilton Bucharest Hotel in Romania on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Historic property with a national heritage monument. Central Location with a view of Revolution Square. Array of restaurants and bars. Classic luxury design. Experience Athénée Palace Hilton Bucharest Hotel is a landmark in the city known … Continue reading Experience: The Athénée Palace Hilton Bucharest Hotel
Exploring the sights of Frankfurt in a couple of hours on a layover before heading for Zanzibar on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. The fifth largest city in Germany is also one of the most important financial centers in the world. Frankfurt has been called “Mainhattan” (combining Main River and Manhattan) partly due to … Continue reading Frankfurt on a Layover
A journey through Cuba in a week visiting Vinales, Santa Clara, Cayo Santa Maria and Trinidad on the trip Grand Caribbean: Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Itinerary Map
Tornado Tour of South America – Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay and Brazil A tour of Santa Cruz de la Sierra with visits to Plaza 24 de Septiembre and Guembe Biocenter. Santa Cruz de la Sierra The second largest city and one of the most important for business in Bolivia started as a small settlement … Continue reading Santa Cruz de la Sierra