Hi guys – it’s Dad again. I’m getting ready for my first “luxury” trip, while still keeping my budget flair in check ($700 out-of-pocket). At the end of August, my wife Marie and I will be taking our first trip to Asia. We plan on visiting Hong Kong, Macau, and Bali, Indonesia. Traveling to Asia … [Read More…]
Hotel Review: Park Plaza Bangkok Soi 18
With all of the recent buzz surrounding Club Carlson’s fourth promotion, Park Plaza’s Ultimate Night Giveaway (related post), I figured it would be appropriate to pick up on the trip reports related to our recent trip to Hong Kong, Macau, Bangkok, Phuket, and Singapore. Back in April, Kevin and I spent our first two nights … [Read More…]
Trip Report: Dining in Kauai, Hawaii (Poipu Beach/Koloa)
With only 2 nights in Kauai, most of our time on the beautiful island was spent enjoying the grounds at the Grand Hyatt Kauai (related post). We didn’t have much time to do any of the cool adventurous excursions such as the helicopter tour or zip-lining, but we are certain that we will return to … [Read More…]
Hotel Review: The Westin Resort Macau
Posts from our recent Asia trip are suddenly beginning to make their way on the blog, finally! This post is part of a larger trip report from our two-week trip to Hong Kong, Macau, Bangkok, Phuket and Singapore back in March and April. During the beginning stages of our trip planning, we deliberately left a … [Read More…]
Hotel Review: Grand Hyatt Kauai
Wow, as I write this review, I’m wishing I was back in Hawaii, or more specifically, on the beautiful island of Kauai! During our recent trip to Hawaii, Kevin and I had the pleasure of spending two nights at the wonderful Grand Hyatt Kauai. Rather than slacking on my trip reports as usual (I promise … [Read More…]
Hotel Review: Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
It’s back to business time! After spending [a short] 5 days in Hawaii and promising Kevin that I would “disconnect” to fully enjoy our extended weekend together, I’m finally home from a wonderful trip (and back to consistent blogging too)! We truly did have an amazing first time in Hawaii visiting the islands of Oahu … [Read More…]
Hotel Review: Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui
After spending our first night in Hong Kong at W Hong Kong (related post), we spent our next two nights at the Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui, situated in the heart of the Tsim Sha Tusi business and tourist district within the K11 building. The hotel occupies Level 3 to 24 of the … [Read More…]
Dad Post: Buenos Aires on a Budget
Angelina is cracking her whip again! Â Some readers sent her an email wanting to know of any budget bed & breakfast recommendations in Buenos Aires. So after her constant nagging and text messages, I caved in and I am writing another post. After all, she is my favorite daughter (only one). In October 2010, my … [Read More…]
Hotel Review: W Hong Kong
Last month, Kevin and I headed to Asia for 16 fun-filled days. We visited Hong Kong, Macau, Bangkok, Phuket, and Singapore and truly had a blast. I’m really excited to start sharing, piecing together, and reliving the trip over the next few days as I post about it on the blog. Our first stop was … [Read More…]
Unintended Use of Wyndham Rewards Points #ActorProblems
If you’re wondering why I’ve been missing in action, here’s why: I had a little impulsive trip to Philadelphia from Wednesday – Friday. In case you aren’t up-to-date with the film world, April 1 marked a date in history for film actors. The two major TV/Film unions, SAG and AFTRA, have merged after decades of … [Read More…]
