Tag: accommodation
All-inclusive review: Excellence Punta Cana
An all-inclusive vacation is the mother of all relaxing vacations. It should be as hassle-free and dreamy as possible. Unlike your average hotel or vacation rental that travelers “only use for sleeping,” you will likely spend the majority of your time at the resort when you take an all-inclusive vacation, so you want to make…
Is it cheaper to book hotels directly or third party?
When it comes to hotels, travel advice is often varied and even contradictory. Some swear that booking directly gets you the best rate, and some find that third party websites always have cheaper rates. So what is the truth? Is it cheaper to book hotels directly or through third parties?
Rest and relaxation at the Irotama Resort in Santa Marta, Colombia
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve started putting more emphasis on vacations that actually feel like a vacation, as opposed to ones that are action-packed but exhausting. That’s why I was excited to spend a long weekend in Santa Marta simply resting and relaxing at the Irotama Resort. The stay did not disappoint. Rooms, rates, and…
The pros and cons of room and board
With travel becoming increasingly complicated and stressful, it might be tempting to opt for accommodations that offer room and board just to simplify your life. Indeed, having meals included in the cost of your hotel might be the perfect way to vacation without having to worry about anything. But what are the downsides? And is…
