Perfectly situated between Euston and St. Pancras, made the Hilton just the man for the job of homebase for London, but a jump off point for trains. There’s not too much to say other than the hotel was just fine. Not great, not awful, just the soul-less lodging you might expect from a north London…
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Hotel Garbi Review: Perfect Ibiza Retreat for Adults
After the busiest summer on record…or nearly… we capped it off with a couple days of proper chill time in Ibiza. Staying in a new area to us, Playa d’en Bossa, the Hotel Garbi was centrally walkable to clubs, restaurants, and even old town which we did one ambitious day. (Nothing like arriving to a…
The Anassa Hotel Cyprus
On a recent family visit to Cyprus, we enjoyed a lovely, albeit extremely hot, evening at the gorgeous Anassa hotel in Neo Chorio. We arrived early for sundowner cocktails and were lucky to snag the corner table for my favorite occasion of the day. After perusing an extensive menu of mocktails and cocktails, the gentleman…
Elysium Hotel- Paphos
We recently enjoyed a few nights at the absolutely gorgeous Elysium Hotel in Paphos. Everything about the hotel was just top- from the luxurious rooms (and their glorious aircon), to the overly welcoming staff, to the perfect sunset terrace, to the sprawling breakfast buffet. Really, this hotel exceeded our expectations and we were only sorry…
Avoid This Hotel: Mornington Kensington
This hotel, part of the Best Western group, brings thoughts of an essential rebrand, “Worst Western.” I hate to complain, particulars for a very short last minute city break where cheap and cheerful was the theme, but honestly this hotel was horrendous. I called to inquire prior to booking about a safe and was assured…
Eden Locke: The Perfect Edinburgh Work Stay
Well-situated in New Town, I’ve enjoyed a few work stays at Eden Locke in Edinburgh, a far cry from the Beckett Locke of Dublin. A small lobby with a buzzing coffee scene, small bar, and lovely, well-kept apartments, it is a refuge after a long day at the office. As a bonus, the suites have…
Beckett Locke: A Disappointing Hotel Experience in Dublin
After spending many a decent work trip (with a little fun attached) at the Eden Locke in Edinburgh, we opted to try Beckett Locke in Dublin. The main reason was price. The second reason was that it had a washing machine and would be helpful in the middle of a long trip for The Gentleman….
Charming Overnight Stay at Hotel du Vin York
We recently found the Hotel du Vin in York on the way to a family wedding and it made an absolutely adorable pit stop for the night. Come to find out, it’s a small chain that I will certainly be seeking for travels to come. Highlights include a gorgeous room, champagne happy hour, delicious breakfast,…
Staying at Hotel Schwizerhof: A Delightful Basel Experience
On a quick overnight in Basel ahead of an early morning flight, we stayed at the Schwizerhof just outside of the main train station. For a three star hotel, I was rather impressed with the spacious room that featured it’s own elevator arrival- a real first! It also held many electric ceiling windows, and a…
Review of The Gantry Hotel in Stratford, London
For a quick overnight we headed to The Gantry in London for a first stay. An easy ride on the Elizabeth line from Heathrow, The Gantry is an excellent crashpad for the Stratford area and makes the city easily accessible thanks to the area’s extensive transit network. We booked the room on a deal, which…
Discover Secrets Moxche: Best All-Inclusive Dining
As mentioned, we selected Secrets Moxche for a few key reasons, one being that reviewers raved about its food and drink options. The delicious cuisine we enjoyed was definitely the best of any all-inclusive I’ve been to and for that reason I’d absolutely recommend a trip- our favorites were the Argentinian steak and Japanese restaurants….
Secrets Moxche: A Honeymoon Paradise
After so much travel and celebration, we chose Secrets Moxche near Playa del Carmen for some relaxation time to plant our toes in the sand and not too much else. While in the past I haven’t been the biggest fan of an all inclusive vacation- mainly because I’m here for nice food and drinks and…