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Every time I post a luxury hotel, someone inevitably asks the same question: “Can I book this on points?” Sometimes for IHG, Hyatt, Marriott, and Hilton, the answer is yes. The better question, though…
As someone who books travel for hundreds of families per year, one of the questions I get is whether resorts like Four Seasons can be booked on points. The answer is technically yes, but it’s probably…
If someone asks me for the best luxury resort that clearly has families in mind on the Big Island Four Seasons Hualalai is usually one of the first places that comes to mind. It’s because almost every…
We’ve stayed at quite a few luxury resorts on the Big Island over the years, and while they all have something going for them, Mauna Lani is the one I find myself recommending most often to families w…
After staying at most of the luxury resorts on the Big Island over the years, I was curious whether Kona Village would live up to the hype. The resort reopened in 2023 after being closed for more than…
Sometimes the destination hasn’t changed nearly as much as the person returning to it.
I absolutely love May — it is the best month of the year in Prague, in my opinion, and it’s one of the best months to travel in Europe as well. This month was mostly spent in Prague, with everything t…
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A detailed breakdown of expenses, must-see sights, and unforgettable tours from my week exploring Australia’s cultural capital
If you've ever fancied doing a lap of Australia in an SUV, read this...
It’s the last Monday in May on Cooper’s Hill in Gloucestershire, England, and I’m standing on a frighteningly steep slope, ready to watch 25 daredevils hurl themselves down after a wheel of cheese. Th…
I had a fantastic first trip to Norway last month, and one of the things that stood out was the food. One of the first things I’m keen to experience in a new country is ALWAYS the food! You don’t hear…
During my recent trip to Bergen – my first ever to Norway – I took a memorable day trip to Hardangerfjord, located a 2-hour drive from the city. It’s something I highly recommend saving time for, even…
Grab your copy of The Secret of the Castle
A firsthand account of impact, survival, and the quiet risks cyclists accept every day.
I recently took my first trip to Norway (which was only my second stop in Scandinavia, having visited Denmark years ago), and it blew me away. Unlike some countries that I’ve explored for weeks or mon…
Uzbekistan is a fascinating country, filled with Silk Road history, stunning turquoise mosaics, and some of the best souvenir shopping I’ve ever experienced. I enjoyed my solo trip to Uzbekistan, whic…
I can’t believe it’s taken me so long to visit Madrid. I’ve been wanting to visit for YEARS. Given the number of countries I’ve visited that many people have never heard of, I don’t know how it’s take…
When a relaxing beach break turns into a hostel survival story
"I’m afraid because I’m human, not because I’m in danger"