If you are trying to decide where to stay in Rome for the first time, you have a lot of options. Do you want to stay in the heart of Rome and easily walk to the city’s top sights? How about a romantic apartment tucked away in a charming neighborhood? Or a hotel with a […]
If you’re planning your first visit to Florence, where you stay will shape the entire experience. Florence is compact and walkable, which means a well-chosen hotel puts the Duomo, the Uffizi, and the Ponte Vecchio at your doorstep. A poorly chosen one means commuting to the magic instead of living inside it. We’ve visited Florence […]
Deciding where to stay in London can feel like a monumental task. This sprawling city is one of the largest in Europe and it is home to a long list of things to see and do. Most of these sights are clustered in the city center and along the banks of the Thames River, but […]
Choosing where to stay in Paris for the first time can feel overwhelming. Paris is a BIG city, made up of many different neighborhoods (also called arrondissements) with its attractions scattered throughout the sprawling city center. Every neighborhood comes with is pros and cons, which we will get to in just a little bit, and […]
When deciding where to stay in Madeira, there are a few things to consider. The location of where you stay in Madeira is very important, if not the most important factor to consider, as this dictates how much driving you will do, and whether or not you need to rent a car, so this can […]
When deciding where to stay in Lisbon, there are several factors to consider…not only the cost of the hotel, but its location and its amenities will have a big impact on your overall experience in Lisbon. We have visited Lisbon twice, staying in two different neighborhoods in the city. Where you choose to stay can […]
If you are trying to decide where to stay in Sydney, you have a lot of options. Do you want to stay near Circular Quay, where you can easily walk to Sydney’s most iconic sights, such as the Opera House and Harbour Bridge? Or would you prefer to stay near the beach, making it easier […]
Where to stay in the Algarve is the first big decision you’ll make for a trip to Portugal’s southern coast, and it matters more than it might seem. The region stretches over 100 miles of coastline, and the right home base depends entirely on the kind of trip you want: lively beach town, quiet fishing […]
Wondering where to stay in the Dolomites? It’s one of the most important decisions you’ll make when planning your trip. This region may look small on a map, but winding alpine roads and high mountain passes mean travel times are longer than expected. Stay in the wrong town and you could spend hours driving instead […]
With luxury resorts, boutique hotels, historic Victorian mansions, and budget hotels, you have a lot of options to choose from when deciding where to stay in Key West. One of the most important things to consider is the location. Do you want to stay within walking distance of the bars and restaurants along Duval Street […]
Trying to decide where to stay in Sedona? You have lots of great options to choose from, from resorts with pools and on-site restaurants, cozy boutique-style hotels, family friendly resorts, adults only bed and breakfasts, and highly-rated budget properties. An important factor to consider is the location of your hotel. There are several neighborhoods in […]
Trying to decide where to stay in Amsterdam? You’re in the right place, but fair warning: there’s no single answer. Amsterdam is a city of distinct neighborhoods, and the right one for you depends entirely on what kind of trip you’re planning. We’ve been to Amsterdam multiple times and have spent a lot of time […]
We’ve visited Yellowstone four times, and where we stayed looked different nearly every trip. Our first visit was back in 2001, when we spent a few days exploring the park. Kara and I returned in 2019, but that time I planned the trip almost last minute (booking in June for an August visit), so in-park […]
If you are making a decision about where to stay in the Jungfrau region of Switzerland, you have a lot of options. On a map, the Jungfrau region can look very confusing. With its mountains and valleys, cliffside villages and bustling towns, not to mention its complex transportation network, it can feel overwhelming trying to […]
If you are making a decision about where to stay in Santorini, you have a lot of options. Do you want a villa with a private pool or hot tub? What about a room where you can have spectacular sunset views of the caldera? If you are traveling as a family or a small group, […]
If you are making a decision about where to stay in Athens, Greece, you have a lot of options. Whether you want a luxury experience, a room with a view of the Acropolis, or a budget hotel with an awesome location, we have some suggestions for you. The main places to visit in Athens are […]
If you are trying to decide where to stay in Barcelona, it can feel like an overwhelming decision. Barcelona is a large city with hundreds of hotels to choose from. To make things easier for you, we have narrowed down the long list of options into just a few great properties, organized by neighborhood and […]
If you are trying to decide where to stay in New York City, it can feel like an overwhelming decision. New York City is massive with hundreds of hotels to choose from. To make things easier for you, we have narrowed down the long list of options into just a few great properties, organized by […]