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Trip reports, honest reviews, and points & miles news from around the world — written after actually staying, sailing, and flying.
The Westin Anaheim Resort Review
My honest review of The Westin Anaheim Resort: the best luxury hotel near Disneyland, with a rooftop bar, top-tier dining, and hot to earn the max Marriott Bonvoy points.
Four Points by Sheraton Anaheim Review (Walk to Disneyland)
My honest review of the Four Points by Sheraton Anaheim: walking distance to Disneyland, Bonvoy points and elite nights, freeway noise, and who it fits.
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando Review
My review of Loews Sapphire Falls at Universal Orlando: Caribbean theme, boat transport, the biggest pool on property, and how it stacks up on value.
Disneyland Hotel Review (Anaheim)
My review of the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim: Frontier and Fantasy Tower rooms, a 3-bedroom suite tour, pools, Goofy's Kitchen, Trader Sam's, and perks.
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Review
My review of Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando: the closest hotel to the parks, free Express Pass, rooms, pool, and whether it is worth it.
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Review
My Hyatt Regency Mission Bay review: the three pools with waterslides, the marina, the SeaWorld location, and booking this San Diego resort on Hyatt points
Disney's Riviera Resort Review: Skyliner, Topolino's & DVC
My Disney's Riviera Resort review: a upscale Disney Deluxe Villa resort with Skyliner access to Epcot, rooftop dining at Topolino's, and DVC villas.
Universal's Aventura Hotel Review: Best Value On Site
An honest review of Universal's Aventura Hotel: modern rooms, Bar 17 Bistro, the food hall, boat access, and why it is a smart on-site value.
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Review: Carlsbad Family Base
An honest look at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad: eight pools, two golf courses, dining, and how to book this 400-acre family favorite.
Orlando World Center Marriott & Imperial Palms Villas Review
A family-friendly Disney-area base: Imperial Palms villas next to the Orlando World Center Marriott, its waterpark, dining, and how to book with points.
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort Review
My honest look at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort: refurbished rooms, themed sections, the food court, pools, and whether this value resort is worth it.
Cruising With Kids: Tips From a Travel Advisor
A travel advisor's real-world guide to family cruising: best lines, kids clubs, cabins, dining, packing, safety, and budgeting.
