I visited Little Italy Food Hall for a sneak peek at some of the offerings for the Taste of Little Italy. Grain and Grit Collective and the Little Italy Food Hall hosted the event for our San Diego Travel Massive group. Despite having opened three years ago, this was my first visit to the food …
Planning a trip to Las Vegas and staying at Bally’s Las Vegas Hotel and Casino? Bally’s Las Vegas Pool is the best and only Vegas Strip pool with a deep end. All the other Vegas hotels and casino pools are only several feet deep. The Blu Pool at Bally’s offers a 12-foot deep end. You …
The Caesars Palace Pool is one of the best pools in Las Vegas. The Garden of the Gods Pool Oasis stretches over five acres with seven pool experiences. Each pool, unique in design and offering, allows you to choose how to spend the day poolside. Here’s everything you need to know about the pools at …
Vikings clinking cone-shaped glasses. Monks surreptitiously sipping wine bags. Images that come to mind when someone says mead. The world’s oldest alcoholic drink is popular again. Mead, made from honey, the antioxidants and probiotics offer a few health benefits. Healthier than beer, wine, and whiskey more Americans are reaching for a glass of mead than …
Put on your dancing shoes, pack your sunscreen, and prepare to have a great time at the Railbird Festival on a budget. This handy guide will help you make the most of your time at Railbird Festival, teach you how to get free Railbird Fest tickets, how to save on parking, and how to save …
You can enjoy delicious Thai food at Night + Market Las Vegas at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Chef Kris Yenbamroong, a James Beard nominee, has brought his unique spin on Thai cuisine as his new restaurant in Vegas. I dined here during opening night. You can choose from a variety of seating options: front of …
All you can eat tacos and tequila in Las Vegas? Yes, please! If you love tacos and tequila, you’ll love this AYCE tacos and tequila deal. Here’s everything you need to know including the trick to double up on your tequila. Even if you travel hack a trip to Las Vegas, dining out can get …
Looking for a great place for dinner or brunch? VAGA Restaurant at Alila Marea Beach Resort is a must! VAGA by James Beard Finalist Chef Claudette Zepeda at San Diego’s newest oceanfront hotel features a locally sourced, sustainable seasonal menu. You can enjoy coastline views of Ponto Beach and Batiquitos Lagoon while dining alfresco. During …
Thinking of staying at the Alila Marea Beach Resort? Here’s what a Studio King Room looks like at the luxury boutique beachfront hotel. I reserved two nights in the cheapest room at Alila Marea Beach, a King Coastline View with Patio. This room starts at $425 a night in the off-season. When I visited during …
Last week we spent two nights at the Alila Marea Beach Resort in Encinitas, San Diego’s newest beachfront hotel. Perched on the cliff overlooking South Ponto Beach guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and nearby Batiquitos lagoon. Whether you’re on a staycation or visiting from out of town, it’s one of the …
Read this Virgin Hotels Las Vegas review before you book your stay at Virgin Hotel Las Vegas. I flew Frontier Airlines to Las Vegas to attend the grand opening. This post is a review of the hotel and a Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Canyon Deluxe Grand Chamber King Suite. You can watch my first impressions …
I stayed at the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas on opening night. The hotel opened last week after a long wait. Here are my first impressions. Stay tuned for a full room tour.
Debra Schroeder is an award-winning travel writer with 27 years of experience using miles and points to travel the world. A former 12-year travel industry executive, she knows how to find the deals and how to creatively finance trips, like getting a trip to Hawaii for practically free or a $26,000 trip to Australia for $208. She’ll help you find the best deal, whether it’s a hostel, luxury resort, or somewhere in between.