Travel & Leisure Articles

The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa Review - Pleases My Senses

Conveniently located between Ft. Lauderdale beach and Miami Beach, a destination with two very different ambiances. The beachfront hotel, with almost 1,000 rooms and over 200,000 square feet of meeting space, is an ideal location for conventions and conferences

Cardiff, Wales Review - A special time in 2012

My husband and I were in Cardiff for his work but had the chance to greet the Olympic Flame, revisit places we had seen before and find new places

North Wales – An Exploration, A Wish Fulfilled - Part I

On several earlier visits to Cardiff, Wales, I wanted to go to North Wales and this time I did

Living in a Four Corner World - Travels from Within The Box

An intro to one rocking road trip

Bristol, England Review – Brunel’s Brilliance and Much More to Amaze

Bristol, England is a great place to visit

Puerto Rico Does it Greener

Pork and fried foods might be longtime staples of the Puerto Rican diet, but plant-based cuisine has landed and it is surprisingly easy to find incredible vegetarian and vegan options wherever you travel in Puerto Rico

Embassy Suites Waikiki Beach Walk Review - Big Families Welcome in Waikiki

The Outrigger’s Embassy Suites-Waikiki Beach Walk is my top choice for big families. Warm, accommodating and affordable, this destination hotel is in Honolulu’s tony Waikiki neighborhood

Honua Kai Resort Review - Maui's Five-Star Luxury, Two-Star Rates

Honua Kai Resort & Spa, the newest condominium-hotel on Maui's North Ka'anapali Beach, offers Five-Star luxury at Two-Star prices

Hotel Sofitel San Francisco Bay Review – An Exquisite Experience

Having family in the Menlo Park, Redwood City area, I have had the opportunity to enjoy the facilities of many of the areas hotels. But on my last visit, I hit the proverbial “jack pot”

Westin Southfield Detroit Review – Classic Elegance and Complete Comfort

Revitalize, refresh and indulge at The Westin Southfield Detroit Hotel

Manchester Grand Hyatt Review - Romantic San Diego Getaway

If you're looking for a beautiful place to stay with lots to do, good food and scrumptious views, then you should definitely check out the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego

Mii Amo Spa, Enchantment Resort Review - Sedona, Arizona

A much anticipated, restorative four days at Mii amo Spa at Enchantment Resort in Sedona, Arizona will be a welcome rest. Its dazzling red colored rocks are due to hematite, or iron oxide, a mineral found in sedimentary rocks.

The Setai Fifth Avenue Review - An Authentic Manhattan Experience

What I really want out of this visit to NYC is to step through the doors of a sleek and modern midtown hotel and be in the thick of the hustle, bustle and excitement that the city is known for

Palmer House Review - Restored and Resplendent

Everything about the Palmer House Hilton makes her a Grande Dame

Casablanca Hotel New York City Review – A #1 TripAdvisor Hotel

As I was writing this review I checked and the Casablanca Hotel was indeed rated as the #1 hotel out of 422 hotels in New York City and it was also ranked as the #14th business in New York City

Intercontinental Hotel in Los Angeles Century City Review- A Beautiful Hotel Perfectly Located

The InterContinental Los Angeles Century City is perfectly located and offers wonderful amenities

CityCenter, Las Vegas Review - The 'Center' of the Universe

Though what happens in Vegas may truly stay in Vegas, the CityCenter experience is certain to return home with you

Royal Lahaina Resort Review - Ka'anapali Beach Hotel

The Royal Lahaina Resort on Ka’anapali Beach might best be described by what it isn’t rather than what it is. Big Box Maui resorts do it up in grand style. The Royal Lahaina Resort takes a subtle approach, the road less traveled by

Seattle's MarQueen Hotel Review - Old World Charm Meets the Luxurious Present

Seattle's MarQueen Hotel is Washington's Lodging Secret, combining old world charm with the luxurious present. Now offering specials for New Year's Eve 2012!

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa - The Perfect Valentine's Day Getaway

Valentine’s Day does not always allow for a lengthy trip to celebrate with that special someone, but if you are inSouthern Californiaa quick visit to Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa makes for the perfect getaway