13 articles tagged with hotel reviews
Dhaka reminds me a bit of the Shannon River back home - constantly moving, full of life, and with hidden depths that most visitors never discover. After spending a week navigating Bangladesh's vibrant capital for a veterinary conference, I've slept...
The first time I laid eyes on Meteora's surreal landscape, my scientifically-trained mind struggled to process what I was seeing. Massive rock pillars rising hundreds of meters from the earth, crowned with centuries-old monasteries that seem to float between heaven...
Lagos isn't just Nigeria's economic powerhouse—it's a fascinating maze of contrasts that demands strategic navigation, especially when selecting where to base yourself. As someone who's spent considerable time here working remotely while exploring the architectural wonders that influence my UX...
Iowa City might not be the first destination that comes to mind when planning a business trip in the American Midwest, but this literary haven surprised me with its blend of academic prestige and unexpectedly vibrant cultural scene. When my...
There's something almost therapeutically perfect about the rhythmic sound of waves meeting shoreline—a natural metronome that seems to reset our internal clocks. After my life-altering experience in Costa Rica eight years ago, I've developed a profound appreciation for destinations that...
When my accounting firm sent me to South Dakota for a tax consultation with a multinational client, I found myself with a weekend to explore Watertown—a delightful surprise in America's heartland. *Que maravilha!* (How wonderful!) This charming city nestled alongside...
There's something profoundly resonant about Antigua Guatemala—a UNESCO World Heritage city where 16th-century Spanish colonial architecture creates an ecosystem of beauty that rivals any innovation hub I've explored. As someone who regularly traverses between tech capitals and cultural crossroads, I...
Oklahoma City has transformed dramatically since my first business trip here nearly a decade ago. What once felt like a sleepy cowtown has blossomed into a vibrant metropolitan hub with distinct neighborhoods, each offering its own architectural character and spatial...
After decades of global adventures with my now-grown kids, I've become somewhat of an expert at finding those perfect accommodation sweet spots—places that give you access to major attractions without the major price tags. On a recent trip to attend...
There's something about islands that speaks to my detective's soul. Perhaps it's the defined boundaries, the clear delineation between one world and another. After fifteen years investigating homicide cases in Santa Ana, I've developed an appreciation for spaces that offer...
*Mon dieu*, how the Beartooth Mountains remind me of my first encounter with Morocco's Atlas range! There's something about these rugged Montana silhouettes that stirs the soul. After three visits to Billings—most recently with dear friends and their children—I've compiled...
Ouagadougou might not roll off the tongue easily for first-time visitors, but Burkina Faso's capital city has become an unexpected hub for my sustainable tourism investments in West Africa. After five visits in the past three years—most recently a winter...
As a mom who's navigated the steep hills of San Francisco with two energetic kids in tow, I've learned that where you plant your family's home base can make or break your Bay Area adventure. San Francisco's 49 square miles...
