In February, two weeks after I travel hacked Las Vegas, I travel hacked New Orleans. Despite my love for beignets, it had been more than 12 years since my last visit to the Big Easy. A return visit was long overdue. But unlike my trip many years ago, on this visit, I travel hacked New …
This past January, I travel hacked Las Vegas. I spent two nights in Las Vegas for $63, including flights and a suite at the Palazzo Las Vegas. Here’s my review of The Palazzo Las Vegas. My friend, Jill, had a free night award from her credit card. The IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Cardgives you …
Southwest is my go-to airline for flights to Vegas. But on my most recent trip to Sin City, I took a chance and flew Frontier Airlines to Las Vegas. Was it worth the gamble? Would I do it again? Keep reading to find out. Only Frontier, Southwest, and Spirit Airlines offer nonstop flights from San …
One of the easiest cities to travel hack is Las Vegas. Travel hacking Las Vegas is simple to do but not always necessary. Las Vegas is one of those destinations that you can do on the cheap by staying at off strip hotels or inexpensive strip hotels. Or you can live it up and splurge …
Great food isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think about an Indian casino restaurant. Edible food, maybe. But the Pechanga Lobby Bar and Grill is an exception. When you go to a casino restaurant, you don’t come for the food. You’re there to eat. To get enough sustenance to keep you …
Seattle is a great town with cheap public transportation. It’s very easy to get around Seattle without renting a car. For $8 a day you can take an unlimited number of rides on public transportation. I love using public transportation when traveling. Sometimes it’s the most efficient and economical way to see a city. You get …
A good beer is a pleasure to drink. But a great beer takes you places. That’s why you should visit Camino Brewing Co when you’re in San Jose, California. I stopped by Camino Brewing on a recent trip to San Jose and was so glad I did. My only regret, not staying longer. When traveling, …
Are you ready for Dine Newport Beach? The 14 year Dine Newport Beach event also known as Newport Beach Restaurant Week starts Monday, January 13, 2020. The two-week event highlights the best dining in Newport Beach, California. Options for brunch through dinner let you spend the day at 73 participating restaurants. Special prix-fixe (fixed price) …
Did you know South Coast Plaza has a VIP lounge? Here’s everything you need to know and how to get into the Access Suite Lounge. I’m not a huge shopper but Santa’s at the mall and needs my Christmas list. I’m pretty sure he’s bringing me a DJI Mavic Mini drone this year. Although, the …
It’s been more than a few years since I have gone rock climbing. So I was pretty excited to see Rise Up Climbing on the itinerary for my Lynchburg, Virginia trip. One of the fun things I did in Lynchburg, besides eating and drinking, was going indoor rock climbing. Indoor rock climbing has been around since …
I’m always a little leery eating at sushi restaurants outside of large metropolitan cities so I was pleasantly surprised by Aji Ramen and Sushi in Lynchburg, Virginia. This casual downtown eatery offers a selection of dishes from Japan, China, and Thailand. As much as I love ramen, I was curious if a small city in …
A stay at Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa is a must when in town for Coachella, the BNP Paribas Open (formerly the Indian Wells Masters), or relaxing in the sun. The Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa offers a serene retreat for couples looking for a getaway, families, girls’ trips, or golf …