The Town and Country San Diego is perhaps best described as a swanky motel advertising itself to conference groups under the lure of a resort stay.
Continue readingA Swanky Motel & Resort: Town and Country San Diego
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Super Nintendo World: A Frustrating Experience
While Mario Kart is a fun, worthwhile experience, the rest of the Nintendo section of Universal Studios Hollywood simply didn’t feel worthwhile.
Continue readingA Sprawling Property That Will Cost You: JW Marriott Desert Springs
A resort near Palm Springs with several pools, an arcade, an aviary, and several restaurants providing a decent weekend away from home. Just be prepared to pay resort prices throughout your stay.
Continue readingA Nice Spot to Use Hilton Free Night Certificates: The Waterfront Beach Resort
A nice weekend stay in Huntington Beach and while the pool is the main draw of the hotel, it is a bit on the crowded side. Despite a resort factory feel, the hotel still managed to provide good service.
Continue readingUnited MileagePlus Throws a Good Party
Jenn and I joined United Airlines for their new years celebration and I have to admit they know how to throw a fun party. From the dinner to the dancing, we had a fun time on our first date night away from the kids in years.
Continue readingReview: Kissel Uptown Oakland
A great hotel located in a prime spot in Oakland, California. Both service and breakfast were on point but the gym seemed a bit crowded during our mid-week stay.
Continue readingHotel de Anza: Not Much for Hyatt Elite Members
A Hyatt hotel in San Jose, California that seemed rather bare-bones despite advertising itself as a luxury boutique hotel but it is in a decent location. Globalists may want to consider another hotel if they want better benefits.
Continue readingThree-Year Wedding Anniversary
For our three-year wedding anniversary, Chris took me on a month-long Secret Trip around the world through Vienna, Florence, Pisa, Milan, Zermatt, Zurich, Maldives, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Seoul. In return, I surprised him with a dinner at I-naba Steak House in Torrance, California that serves A4 and A5 Waygu Kobe beef imported from Japan. Continue reading