As I mentioned in my first impressions of this property, all things considered, I found the value quite solid for this budget property. In fact, I would not hesitate to stay again at the Excalibur Hotel & Casino in...
Review: The Graduate Hotel Iowa City
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We had a chance to try The Graduate Hotel in Iowa City, Iowa and it was a welcome homecoming right on campus. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
Review: Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa
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We drove out to Palm Springs for the Independence Day holiday and tried out the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa, located about 20 minutes beyond Palm Springs in the Coachella Valley. Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort &...
Review: Hyatt Place San Pedro Sula
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I chose the Hyatt Place San Pedro Sula for my one-night stay and found the hotel centrally located and comfortable with a nice pool and respectable breakfast. Hyatt Place San Pedro Sula Review I spent a night here for...
Review: Hyatt Regency Crystal City At Reagan National Airport (Ambassador Suite)
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We (unexpectedly) spent the night at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia. While our stay was short, the hotel was very convenient and worked out perfectly considering the late night and early morning. Hyatt Regency Crystal City...
Review: Park Hyatt Washington DC (Suite)
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I’ve stayed at the Park Hyatt Washington DC many times over the years, but my last visit marked the first time I have ever been upgraded to a full suite (versus a junior suite). My stay at the hotel...
Review: Hyatt Regency Dulles
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After arriving into Washington Dulles after 11:00 pm, we spent our first night at the Hyatt Regency Dulles, just five minutes from IAD. The hotel features modern rooms and is quite convenient. Hyatt Regency Dulles Review I booked a...
Review: Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht (Suite)
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We chose the Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht for our night in Amsterdam and used points to upgrade to a large suite. This hotel has not changed much from my first stay nearly six years ago, and that is a very...
Review: Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel (LAX)
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We spent the night at the Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel at LAX. While this hotel has seen better days and I greatly prefer the Hyatt Regency LAX a few blocks away, we were thankful for the impromptu staycation...
Review: Hyatt Regency Orlando – Excellent Elite Recognition
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One of the largest properties in Orlando and in the entire Hyatt system is the Hyatt Regency Orlando. This sprawling property is well-located, has excellent entertainment options, and treats World of Hyatt elites very well. If you are considering...
Review: Hilton Grand Vacations Club SeaWorld Orlando
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Staying at a timeshare property like Hilton Grand Vacations Club SeaWorld Orlando has some advantages for traveling families, but it wasn’t a great fit for my family. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
Review: Shammah Lodge – Middelburg, South Africa
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I had a lovely five-night stay at the Shammah Lodge in Middelburg, South Africa, my first experience on a South African farm and a lovely chance to unwind and recharge. Shammah Lodge Review In Middelburg, South Africa Shammah Lodge...
Review: Severin Sea Lodge – Mombasa, Kenya
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I spent two nights at the Severin Sea Lodge on Bamburi Beach in Mombasa, Kenya. In terms of resorts in Mombasa, it does not get much better than this. I enjoyed my stay. Severin Sea Lodge Review – Mombasa,...
Review: Marriott Newark Airport
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The Marriott Newark Airport is convenient and clean, serving as a pricey yet welcome crash pad after a late evening arrival into EWR with an early departure the following morning. Marriott Newark Airport Review Booking My SAS flight arrived...
Review: Hilton Garden Inn Faroe Islands (Highly Recommended)
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I’ve stayed in some fairly deplorable Hilton Garden Inns over the years, but the Hilton Garden Inn Faroe Islands was a spectacular property that represented an excellent value and greatly exceeded my expectations, particularly in terms of the breakfast....
Review: Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle (Suite)
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I have reviewed the Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle before and note that review remains timely, but wanted to offer a brief review on what a suite is like here as well as provide an update on the...
Review: Hilton Frankfurt Airport
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After arriving late in the evening from Istanbul, I spent the night at the Hilton Frankfurt Airport ahead of my flight to Chicago the following morning. I do find this a very convenient hotel. Hilton Frankfurt Airport Review We...
Review: Hilton Shreveport
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I was in Shreveport, Louisiana for a business trip and stayed a very quick night at the Hilton Shreveport. Here’s my review of this new property. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Review: Gild Hotel, A Thompson Hotel (New York City)
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Gild Hall, a Thompson Hotel (Hyatt) near Wall Street in New York City is a great Hyatt Privé option in lower Manhattan. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
Review: Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria, Egypt
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After a three-hour drive from Cairo, we arrived at the Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano. I spent the next three days here and fell in love with this opulent property in the historic city of Alexandria, Egypt....