World Travel: traveling the World can be a wonderful and life changing experience. We suggest that if your travels are taking you to another Country, try renting a house/condo as opposed to a hotel. Getting to know the culture, people and food are priceless. Check out the best times to go, not always the best time is during the “tourist” seasons. In most cases, you will spend less by renting a house or condo than at a hotel and in some countries you get so much for your buck.
When traveling around the world, here are some of the luxury hotels we’ve personally stayed at and highly recommend in random order, however we love the Bali one best.
Ubud Bungalow, Ubud Gianyar, Bali – Indonesia –
http://www.ubudbungalow.com/
Where to start? This is located in a magnificent spot, tranquil and calming. It has so many amazing qualities to mention, but we will say that it’s worth the trip. It’s become one of the fastest growing tourist areas and we know why. A great place to find yourself. If we’re still there, leave us be!
Here is the view from our bungalow:
. and here is our Balinese family that took care of us and we miss.
InterContinental ANA Tokyo Hotel –
http://www.hotel-rn.com/hw/a126669/index.htm
Welcome to Tokyo, this is a fantastic place to visit and get the real treatment of Japan. Very close to it ALL.
Pan Pacifica BC Canada –
http://panpacificvancouver.com
It’s everything you want in a luxury hotel. You will get some good exercise because there is so much to do there. The interior views are breath taking.
THE RITZ-CARLTON, KAPALUA, Maui,
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/KapaluaMaui/Default.htm
Rated one of the best in the whole wide wicked World. The views, are you kidding me, like painted from the hand of God. The service and food makes you feel like Royalty.
China Hotel, A Marriott Hotel, Guangzhou –
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/canmc-china-hotel-a-marriott-hotel-guangzhou/
Huge, modern and clean. This place is close to great food.
Jardin del Eden – Costa Rica –
http://www.anywherecostarica.com/destinations/tamarindo-costa-rica/hotels/hotel-jardin-del-eden
The stay here was very welcoming and we were treated like part of the family. We hope you have the same amazing service and charm we experienced. Steps from the beach and ahh.
The Reef Hotel, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
http://www.reefplayacarresort.com/
Located right on the beach, the resort grounds are picturesque with lush tropical landscaping intertwined with walking paths that are kept clean and clear of any debris. There are always friendly staff members. Our room was immaculate, the bed was very comfortable. There is a poolside bar if you aren’t in the mood for getting wet. There were activities and entertainment right on the resort so that you really didn’t need to go outside of the resort. We ate at the resort’s Italian restaurant one evening, which is by reservation only, and found the food to be very good. Thank you Cat for sharing this one. Hope you get back their soon.
Now for some of the greats in the USA:
Napili Sunset, Lahaina, HI –
http://www.napilisunset.com/
Oh yeah, the sunsets are wonderful to take in. Prop your little beach chair in the sand and enjoy a pineapple, coconut something drink. If you have time stay there for at least two weeks.
Adolphus Hotel, Dallas –
http://www.hoteladolphus.com/
Right in the center of Dallas. The hotel is vintage as it was started by Adolphus Busch, yes Busch the beer dude. The architecture is awesome and the rooms are very comfy. The food was ridiculously good. This is where I met baseball legend Cal Ripken Jr.
Cannon Beach Newport, Cannon Beach, Oregon –
http://www.hallmarkinns.com/index.asp?property=1&rec_id=50&mnu=&gclid=CJzm8uXC9LQCFQSqnQodAxkAwg
This Hallmark Inn is by far the best they have to offer. Right on the beach and the birds often come up and say hello, we suggest wearing a robe at all times! Cannon beach itself is breath taking.
Fog Catcher Inn Cambria CA –
http://fogcatcherinn.com/
When I think of the Fog Cather Inn, I think of the movie Arachnophobia. But it’s not about the movie, it’s about the quaint Inn. The fireplaces in some rooms and the brightness gives you the sense of calm and a great place to unwind.
The Palazzo, Las Vegas –
http://www.palazzo.com/
The rooms are huge and decorated to the tee. This is Top Shelf baby.
Edge Water Hotel in Seattle –
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Friendly staff, amazing views, the rooms are incredible, they are literally on the edge of the water. Makes for a wonderful getaway. Bring your fishing pole, rooms on the water literally let you fish right off the balcony, LOL.
We were told that the Beatles stayed here, well what do ya know!
In just a few short days, we will be traveling across the USA for the 5th time in 12 months. We ask you check back here daily to read our reports, sure to please!
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