I can 100% declare myself a hotel person. I fully understand those that like staying in rentals, airbnbs, etc. for perks like full kitchens and more space, but on my first trip to Hawaii, I was determined to stay in a resort for the full experience, and the Sheraton Maui Hotel turned out to be … More Sheraton Maui Resort
For me, the sign of a true resort town is the quality hotels they have to offer that make it a great destination spot. Santa Barbara has its own charm, laid-back style, beautiful stretch of beaches, and some of the best hotels around. One of my favorite Santa Barbara hotels is the Belmond El Encanto. … More Belmond El Encanto
Across from my favorite beach in Southern California, in my second favorite place in the world, sits one of my now favorite hotels, The Surfrider Hotel. A lot of things in Los Angeles get listed on every travel website as a must see and tend to be over-hyped in some way, but wow, the Surfrider … More The Surfrider Hotel
Orange County is such a haven for resorts, upscale hotels, and plenty of options for glitzy wedding venues, that a “classic” brand like Ritz Carlton actually seems boring and tame. Although a classic is always trustworthy and one of the pluses of this particular location is the beachfront right outside its door. The perks of … More Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel
When traveling, I tend to prefer bustling cities and towns, packed itineraries, and modern, and up and coming, places to stay and to eat. So, Palm Springs is definitely an adjustment to my normal travel pace, as it is slow moving, has an unhurried atmosphere, and definitely prefers a vintage feel for homes and hotels. … More La Quinta Resort and Club
Sunset Blvd. is a classic street in Hollywood’s history, and the Sunset Tower Hotel is a classic Hollywood hotel to match. Dimly lit and tucked away along bustling Sunset Blvd., the Sunset Tower Hotel’s snazzy restaurant is the perfect place for a cozy meal that feels like you stepped back in time. The interior design … More Sunset Tower Hotel & Bar
The town of Pasadena may not be the most popular spot for a vacation in Southern California, although I would highly recommend a visit to the Huntington, but the Pasadena Langham Hotel provides a tranquil sanctuary for those willing to drive outside of the Los Angeles limits. For myself, the hotel provides the perfect day … More The Langham Huntington Hotel in Pasadena
Staying at the Hilton Beachfront Resort in Santa Barbara ended up being a last minute choice after our original hotel looked a lot different in person than was advertised online (and not in a good way). We decided to switch hotels on our arrival and I randomly picked the Hilton based on pricing and my … More Hilton Beachfront Resort Santa Barbara
This year on Christmas, we decided to do something that I have never done before, which was have a non-relative cook for Christmas. Instead of hosting the holiday at our place, or traveling back to Chicago to spend the day at a relative’s home, we drove up to Santa Barbara for a few days. Since … More Christmas at the Four Seasons Resort Biltmore, Santa Barbara
I had already known about the Avalon Hotel in Palm Springs, as it is a PS favorite and recommended on seemingly everyone’s Palm Springs travel guide, but I did not know until recently that they also had a location right next door in Beverly Hills. The Avalon Hotel is a smaller hotel that you could … More Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills
